short-story

  • A Town Crier in Lagos

    Gon gon gon.  The town crier woke me up. It was early. Way too early for me to be awake. I thought I was dreaming but the sound grew louder and sharper. Why would I hear a town crier in… Continue reading

    A Town Crier in Lagos
  • “Akpabio!” “I can see you. Please open the door! The Bear is coming. It’s coming for me!” I cried.  “Akpabio! Akpabio!” What’s going on? I can see Akpabio. It was dark but the moonlight reflected on my beautiful black skin.… Continue reading

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