Chinaza James-Ibe has been announced as the winner of the inaugural Creative Writing News Editorial Fellowship.
The fellowship, sponsored by Asterism Communications, is a newly established initiative aimed at supporting writers who demonstrate exceptional literary talent alongside a strong commitment to fostering growth within the literary space. Designed to encourage sustained engagement and advocacy in the community, the fellowship provides a financial award of 600,000 Naira, distributed in monthly installments.
Chinaza James-Ibe is an award-winning writer, poet, editor, and photographer who captures moments and dilemmas in Nigeria through her work. As a writer, her work has been featured in several magazines, including Lolwe, The Shallow Tales Review, Agbowo, and Brittle Paper. She has been awarded the fellowship for her contribution to the industry through content creation, management, and marketing.
As an Editorial Contributor for Creative Writing News, James-Ibe has promoted the literary community through detailed literary reviews, like her review of Nikki May’s This Motherless Land. She has also conducted interviews with prolific authors, such as Mubanaga Kalimawento, author of The Shipishika Club. Additionally, James-Ibe has written over 200 blog posts about free opportunities for writers worldwide.
Congratulations, Chinaza James-Ibe!
