It Really Couldn't Wait.

Ha! Look at me, sending another email after I promised you could expect me in your inboxes quarterly. I should have put a disclaimer, because once you hear the good news, I think you'll agree that some things — like homemade bread — are best served piping hot from the oven.

Well...

Yesterday, I received an email from the Reese (yes, Witherspoon’s) Book Club LitUp Fellowship, announcing that I've been selected as one of the finalists for their 3rd year intake! Aah!!

While the 5 winners are yet to be announced, whether I win or not, this is such an encouragement for me to keep writing. To imagine the thousands of applicants they've likely received. And to make it this far? So exciting!

Now you understand why I couldn't wait until the June Newsletter edition to share this with you. Who knows? Maybe I'll be at a retreat at some undisclosed location with four other writers, learning more about the craft and business of publishing!

About LitUp

LitUp will provide five emerging writers with an all-expenses-paid retreat, a three-month mentorship with a published author, and marketing support from Reese’s Book Club.

Go here to learn more: https://reesesbookclub.com/litup

On another note, I want to express my gratitude for all the encouragement and support I’ve received since sending out the first newsletter. Ke a leboga!

Till next time and hopefully with even better news to share :-)

Ntebogeng

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