In a softly lit community hall somewhere in Newcastle, the voice of Nigerian British poet Tolu’ A. Akinyemi rises above the shuffle of chairs and hushed greetings. He delivers poems from his book titled ‘Architects of a Cleaner Financial System.’ A piece as unexpected as it is urgent, tackling corruption and financial crime prevention in… Continue reading The quiet rising of migrant poets in the North East of England
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The Lion of Newcastle Roars Again
The Roaring Lion Newcastle is proud to announce the release of Home in Motion, a reflective and timely poetry collection by multiple award-winning Nigerian British writer Tolu’ A. Akinyemi. The collection will be available from July 1st, 2025. Following the success of works such as A Booktiful Love, Inferno of Silence and 20 other titles,… Continue reading The Lion of Newcastle Roars Again
Writers’ Shack in association with Waddington Street Centre and Talking Pen proudly presents POETRY JAM Featuring Tolu’ A. Akinyemi, Sam Szanto and Chris Hodgson
Three fantastic guests plus quick-fire open floor readings of wide-ranging poetry in the cosy Waddy café lounge—ideal for road-testing new work in front of a warm and appreciative audience. Beginners and slam champions have graced this space. Bring your words and join in. Or sit back and soak up the lyrical atmosphere. Either way, get… Continue reading Writers’ Shack in association with Waddington Street Centre and Talking Pen proudly presents POETRY JAM Featuring Tolu’ A. Akinyemi, Sam Szanto and Chris Hodgson
Tolu’ A. Akinyemi, Gary the Hat, Jimmy Ryan, Chris Cook set to headline at The Stanza
Following the successful hosting of the Special Summer Showcase, which featured leading poets in the North-East, including Amife Sabatina, David Roe, Megan Robson, Steve Lancaster, amongst others. The Stanza will host another riveting evening of poetry, spoken word, comedy, and live music on the Open Mic. An outstanding line-up of poets in the North-East literary… Continue reading Tolu’ A. Akinyemi, Gary the Hat, Jimmy Ryan, Chris Cook set to headline at The Stanza
Multiple Award-Winning Poet Tolu’ A. Akinyemi – The Lion of Newcastle announces North-East Spoken Word Tour for Autumn 2023
Multiple Award-winning poet and storyteller Tolu A. Akinyemi, aka The Lion of Newcastle, will be touring selected venues across the North East this Autumn. Come along and see him perform pieces from several of his award-winning books, including A Booktiful Love and Inferno of Silence. ~Monday 4th September: The Cooking Pot Whitley Bay. 7pm. ~Thursday… Continue reading Multiple Award-Winning Poet Tolu’ A. Akinyemi – The Lion of Newcastle announces North-East Spoken Word Tour for Autumn 2023
Book Review: “Black Girl, Call Home” by Jasmine Mans
In her luminous poetry collection, “Black Girl, Call Home,” Jasmine Mans crafts a mesmerizing ode to black women and black queer women, illuminating the multifaceted journey of black womanhood, as she artfully navigates the complexities of identity, love, family, and societal expectations. From the very first page, Mans captures her readers’ hearts with her raw… Continue reading Book Review: “Black Girl, Call Home” by Jasmine Mans
Writers’ Shack in association with Waddington Street Centre and Talking Pen proudly presents POETRY JAM Featuring Ann Porro, Lewis Brown and Mayira Thomas.
Three fantastic guests plus quick-fire open floor readings of wide-ranging poetry in the cosy Waddy café lounge—ideal for road-testing new work in front of a warm and appreciative audience. Beginners and slam champions have graced this space. Bring your words and join in. Or sit back and soak up the lyrical atmosphere. Either way, get… Continue reading Writers’ Shack in association with Waddington Street Centre and Talking Pen proudly presents POETRY JAM Featuring Ann Porro, Lewis Brown and Mayira Thomas.
Tolu’ A. Akinyemi makes history with new poetry collection
Notable Nigerian poet, essayist, storyteller, and children’s author Tolu’ A. Akinyemi’s latest collection of poems, ‘Architects of a Cleaner Financial System’ etches his name in the poetry hall of fame. Acclaimed Nigerian writer and poet Tolu’ A. Akinyemi is the first poet in recorded history to publish a full-length collection of financial crime compliance poems.… Continue reading Tolu’ A. Akinyemi makes history with new poetry collection
With his Twentieth Published Work “The Morning Cloud is Empty” Multiple Award-Winning Newcastle-Based Nigerian Author reaches Incredible Milestone.
Notable Nigerian poet, essayist, storyteller and children’s author, Tolu’ A. Akinyemi’s latest collection of poems, ‘The Morning Cloud is Empty’ adds the prodigious Nigerian talent to the illustrious rank of Authors with twenty published works. Ekiti State born Nigerian Writer and Poet, Tolu’ A. Akinyemi who has received great international acclaim for his extraordinary talent… Continue reading With his Twentieth Published Work “The Morning Cloud is Empty” Multiple Award-Winning Newcastle-Based Nigerian Author reaches Incredible Milestone.
Injustice, Trauma And Death: Knotted Ropes In Tolu’ A. Akinyemi’s Everybody Don Kolomental
Title: EVERYBODY DON KOLOMENTAL Genre: Poetry (a collection) Author: Tolu’ A. Akinyemi Publisher: The Roaring Lion Newcastle LTD Reviewer: ENANG, God’swill Effiong Year of Publication: 2021 Word Count: 1,353 Injustice, Trauma And Death: Knotted Ropes In Tolu’ A. Akinyemi’s Everybody Don Kolomental ‘Life is a jest; and all things show it. I thought so once;… Continue reading Injustice, Trauma And Death: Knotted Ropes In Tolu’ A. Akinyemi’s Everybody Don Kolomental