They were Ugandan, a Short story Anthology is a debut from a man who wears many hats. Surumani Manzi is a poet, author, podcaster, self defense and fitness coach, and civil engineer.  We sit down with Manzi on the writer's lounge to talk about the themes of his book, his aspirations, and future prospects regarding They Were Ugandan. Tune in and be part of the engaging conversation on the conception of an introspective work that highlights the lives of the middle-lower-class citizens of Uganda, rising still amid pitfalls and successes.

A season of many firsts! 

In this season of the Storyzfromyhair podcast, I interview several writers who are breaking in with their debut novels and also writers who have deviated from their usual storyline and are trying something new. Could it result from introspection from a year plagued with a contagious disease loosed on the world? Could it be a midlife crisis? Possibly a divorce or marriage or simply a need to try something new? Writers will tell us why and how their writing process took the turn it took in this exciting new season... coming soon!

Jackee is a journalist, writer and creativepreneur who has found a way to market words in the creative space as an informative and educative tool. The award-winning writer and journalist, in an interview with a blog lionessofafrica.com, says of her company SuccessSpark Brand Ltd, “I set up a company to help prospective writers plan their books, explore best publishing options, write the book, and publish.”

Jackee speaks about her plans for her company on the creative lounge , as they collided with the chaotic events of 2020. She speaks about her evolution as a person and creativepreneur in being innovative in the hardest times life throws our way.  

Alan Tumusiime AKA Alan Scoop is a Musician, Songwriter and Actor based in Atlanta, USA. He has released a few singles over the years, EPs and lately his album Juicy that features a mix of afrobeat danceable songs and sensual feel. Alan croons like an Island Romeo meshing afro style music with his native home dialects. He was part of the musical team selected to write soundtracks for the hit series P-Valley with 'dangerous' receiving notable reviews in the entertainment press and scooping the number 9 position in the Hollywood Reporter.

we dive into the events of his year 2020everybody, the last couple of months of 2019 and the future, 2021... tune in!