Catherine Nyomenda
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I love writing. I love the swirl of words as they tangle with human emotions. I am a flexible writer and can write almost anything, do you need any help creating content? Well then, get in touch...
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The Sex Lives Of African Women by Nana Darkoa Sekiyamah.
The Sex Lives Of African Women is a book I’ve been meaning to pick up for a very long time, I can’t lie, I was holding out a bit to see if I could somehow get the US cover but that is patience I do not have!
By Catherine Nyomenda2 years ago in BookClub
A LETTER TO THE 'BODA BODA' (MOTORCYCLES)
First and foremost I would like to congratulate you for having revolutionized the transport industry in Kenya. You have bequeathed Kenyans the best gift they could ever ask for. A quick, convenient affordable mode of transport. You are a transporter, a taxi, an errand boy, and occasionally a good Samaritan. You are only a step away from tele-transportation!
By Catherine Nyomenda2 years ago in Writers
LOVE IS THE DRUG I'M USING.
I write so that I can feel what you have gone through and we can share our stories and pain. I have the desire to meet everyone who reads my words and talk about dreams and destinations we want to go to. I want to talk about the books with you. I want to discuss our favorite books and lines that changed our lives. I want to listen to the songs that bring us peace and create a ripple in our hearts. I want to go to a cafe with you and read a book for you.
By Catherine Nyomenda2 years ago in Writers
A Review of Okot P' Bitek’s ‘Song of Lawino and Song of Ocol’
Song of Lawino is an epic poem written by Ugandan poet Okot p' Bitek. First published in 1966 in Luo then translated into other languages, including English. Song of Lawino has become one of the most widely read literary works originating from sub-Saharan Africa that addresses the issues facing a liberated Africa. The poem poses a question: what kind of liberation should Africa take on? Should it honor its traditions, or should it adopt the European values that were already set in place during colonialism? Okot p'Bitek addresses this question by telling the story of Lawino, a woman whose husband, Ocol, throws her out of their home and brings home a more Europeanized woman as a wife. The story is told as a dialogue between Lawino and Ocol. The poem itself is separated into different sections or Chapters, each one detailing the social problems facing Lawino and Ocol in their marriage, their differences, and their value systems.
By Catherine Nyomenda2 years ago in Critique
ME IN MY IMAGINATION.
For the past few days, Maryan kept fighting the impulse that coursed in her veins. Her days were bleak and there was no figure to share her turmoil with. She was fresh from high school and was anticipating joining the university but something was amiss. The path she had chosen was no doubt a road to hell.
By Catherine Nyomenda2 years ago in Fiction
DEAR HEATHER
Every Tom, Dick, and Harry I know on here is writing to you, and though I don’t know why I have decided to do so too. I have read some of the letters written to you and in all conscience, there are great writers on vocal. You ought to be gratified, and most of all should be feeling exceptional because I think you are a muse that makes great minds just want to write. Upon waking up today I felt the urge to talk to someone unknown. And I suddenly remembered you and a thought crossed my mind. This is me trying…
By Catherine Nyomenda2 years ago in Writers
