Inspiring Conversations with Jennifer Makumbi: Crafting Stories and Conquering Continents in Publishing

09/07/23 • 25 min

Send us a textIn this captivating episode, we sit down for an enlightening conversation with the renowned Ugandan fiction writer, Jennifer Nansubuga Makumbi. Join us as Jennifer shares her invaluable insights into the art of crafting compelling stories and her journey of navigating the world of publishing across continents.Discover the secrets behind Jennifer's literary success, from her award-winning debut novel "Kintu" to her latest works, "The First Woman" and "A Girl is a Body of Water." ...

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