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Welcome to the official blog publication of ALCG Books. Ibukun Journal is your source for craft, creativity, and connection on writing and literature.
A Brief Guide to Finding The Right Literary Agent
The publishing experts at ALCG Books have compiled this checklist to help you know what to prioritize while searching for a literary agent.
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Feb 12, 20242 min read
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How to Keep Your Readers Engaged Until the End
Imagine that you've crafted an impressive novel, building tension, developing characters, and leading your readers to the climax.
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Feb 7, 20244 min read
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The Editing Process: How to Prepare Your Creative Writing for Publication
Writer Zadie Smith put it aptly in her 2008 essay, That Crafty Feeling: "The secret to editing your work is simple: you need to become its
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Jul 17, 20233 min read
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Pen World Voices Festival 2023: A Celebration of Great Literature Amid Censorship and Silence
Follow ALCG and our CEO Toyin Adeyemi as we cover events featuring some of the most prominent writers in global literature today.
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May 5, 20233 min read
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Traditional vs. Self-Publishing
In the past, the traditional publishing route was the only viable option for most writers to get their books into the hands of readers. But
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Feb 18, 20234 min read
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How Literary Consulting Works
Literary consulting is the process of working with an expert in the literary industry to help refine and develop a writer's work.
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Feb 18, 20232 min read
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