In Yoruba, language lifts rocks and holds down birds; offers shelter to feelings, so wide that it becomes scary to stay in.
For Fathers Who Went Like This: A Poetic Journey Through Pain, History, and Hope | a CỌ́N-SCÌÒ review of Adedayo Agarau’s ‘For Boys Who Went’ by Tola Ijalusi
For Boys Who Went may challenge readers with its coarse literary style, which lends the poems a rich and raw intensity. While its expression can feel unrefined at times, the profound impact of its message on the reader’s mind makes it a collection worth revisiting—an offering both thought-provoking and unforgettable.
“A Call To Introspection”: An Introduction to ‘EXSOLVO’ — CỌ́N-SCÌÒ MAGAZINE (Issue 4, Vol 2, Dec 2024) by S. Su’eddie Vershima Agema
Whatever your thoughts, passions, or feelings are, there is something in this edition for you and a lot of room for release.
Editor’s Note: ‘EXSOLVO’ (CỌ́N-SCÌÒ MAGAZINE: Issue 4, Vol 2, Dec 2024) — A Journey of Release and Creative Expression
EXSOLVO is a testament to the power of creative expression to release emotions, ignite imagination, and foster a deeper understanding of the human condition.
“The Future of African Poetry Fills Me With So Much Urgency…“ | A CỌ́N-SCÌÒ Magazine Interview with Adedayo Agarau
The future of African poetry fills me with so much urgency. My vision for the future is practical: more African-led publishing houses, more translation projects between African languages, and more platforms for critical dialogue.
SEVHAGE LITERARY PRIZES 2024: Celebrating Excellence in African Literature
Winners of the SEVHAGE Literary Prizes 2024 for fiction, nonfiction, literary criticism, and poetry have been announced…
Brigitte Poirson Literature Prize 2024: A Celebration of Excellence and Generosity
The 2024 Brigitte Poirson Literature Prize has concluded with resounding success. Gloria Ogo emerged victorious with "The In-Between," captivating judges with its depth and originality. Hillary Ofukocho Anfofun claimed the...