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GAMBIT: Newer African Writing

Gambit: Newer African Writing is a unique collection of nine interviews and original short stories by writers from across Africa.

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GAMBIT: Newer African Writing

GAMBIT: Newer African Writing

GAMBIT: Newer African Writing

GAMBIT: Newer African Writing

GAMBIT: Newer African Writing

Gambit: Newer African Writing is a unique collection of nine interviews and original short stories by writers from across Africa.

Gambit: Newer African Writing is a unique collection of nine interviews and original short stories by writers from across Africa.

Gambit: Newer African Writing is a unique collection of nine interviews and original short stories by writers from across Africa.

Gambit: Newer African Writing is a unique collection of nine interviews and original short stories by writers from across Africa.

Shaun Randol
Shaun Randol
Shaun Randol
Shaun Randol
2 Campaigns |
New York City, United States
$4,475 USD 98 backers
104% of $4,300 Flexible Goal Flexible Goal
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Short Summary

You know Chinua Achebe and Wole Soyinka—now meet Africa’s next powerful literary voices. Gambit: Newer African Writing is a collection of nine interviews and original short stories by writers from across Africa. This is the first book of its kind.

There are a few anthologies of African literature, but none of them focus on young writers, and none of them feature interviews plus short stories. Gambit is wholly unique!!

The stories in Gambit reflect the nuances that arise from living in a post-postcolonial Africa, where stereotypes are crumbling and writers are willing to tackle themes that are more social than political. Furthermore, unlike other anthologies, Gambit's writers are mostly based in their home countries, putting them closer to the social themes they lyrically confront.

Why include the interviews? Because we want to inform and inspire. Stories are not written in a vacuum: they are drafted out of experience by real people living complicated lives. We hope that the interviews in this volume not only shed light on the experiences and inspirations of the authors, but also encourage young writers to take up the pen and share their stories.

Reading literature from around the world helps to bridge cultural divides and increase understanding and appreciation of other cultures and experiences. In a world that is increasingly interconnected, it is crucial that we build respect and awareness of the lives and lands with which we are ever-more connected. Gambit is one project toward this effort.

Gambit will be published (paperback) by The Mantle, an online forum that publishes emerging, critical voices from around the world. Gambit is edited by Mantle contributor and novelist Emmanuel Iduma (from Nigeria) and The Mantle’s editor-in-chief Shaun Randol (based in New York City). We will use the printing services of McNally Jackson bookstore in New York.

We have the interviews. We have the short stories. All we need is your help to make Gambit a reality.

Participating writers:

  1. Novuyo Rosa Tshuma (Zimbabwe)
  2. Abubakar Adam Ibrahim (Nigeria)
  3. Donald Molosi (Botswana)
  4. Suzanne Ushie (Nigeria)
  5. Dango Mkandawire (Malawi)
  6. Ayobami Adebayo (Nigeria)
  7. Richard Ali (Nigeria)
  8. Abdul Adan (Somalia)
  9. Dami Ajayi (Nigeria)


What We Need & What You Get

We're aiming to raise $4300, which covers:

  • $900 to pay the writers ($100 x 9 writers)
  • $250 for cover art
  • $1100 for an initial print run, including $350 for set up
  • $250 for perks (see side panel)
  • $800 for copy editing and proofreading
  • $500 for editorial costs
  • $250 for misc., including marketing

If we do not meet our fundraising goal, we will attempt to pay our writers and contributors first, then proceed with a limited initial print run. Note: the items above add up to $4000. The extra $300 (in our goal of $4300) helps to pay for Indiegogo's hosting fees.)


We're offering fantastic perks! Take a look at the side for unique gifts at various donation levels.


The Impact

There is no other book like Gambit in bookstores!!  

  • We are introducing an award-winning cadre of emerging writers to wider audiences.
  • Some of Gambit's writers are being published in an anthology for the first time. We are excited to provide an opening for new and important writers!
  • Gambit's interviews are an essential resource for other young writers. The conversations will help shape the sensibilities of other emerging writers.


Publicity


Other Ways You Can Help!

  • Please spread the word! Share on Facebook, Twitter (#Gambit), Tumblr, etc.
  • Can you host a reading or party? Please tell us!
  • Can you sell the book in your establishment? Reach out!
  • Please use the Indiegogo share tools!

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Choose your Perk

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Above + acknowledgment

$75 USD
All of the above, plus recognition in the acknowledgements section in Gambit
5 claimed

Thank you letter

$10 USD
A thank you letter from the editors
1 claimed

A printed copy of Gambit

$20 USD
A first edition, first print of the anthology
33 claimed

Signed copy of Gambit

$30 USD
The anthology signed by the editors, and any writers who may be passing through NYC
21 claimed

Above + cover art print

$50 USD
A volume of Gambit signed by the editors and any writers passing through, plus a print of the cover art
11 claimed

Above + signed art

$100 USD
All of the above, plus a signed print of the cover art by artist KST
4 claimed

Above + meet writers

$250 USD
All of the above, plus a chance to meet writers as they pass through your city on travels to conferences, lectures, festivals, etc. Lunch, dinner, or drinks included. **Please note we cannot guarantee such sublime encounters, but we want to offer the possibility should the timing prove to be fortuitous.**
0 claimed

Above + private reading

$500 USD
All of the above, plus the opportunity to host a private reading and discussion with Gambit editors, contributors, and/or friends in your home or workplace. The readers are subject to availability. Food and beverages included.
1 claimed

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