I was born nkem okotcha and raised in enugu, nigeria, where i spent most of my childhood reading and daydreaming or climbing trees and playing with the boys. Sylva nze ifedigbo nigerians and indeed africans are not known for romance writing. A heart to mend, a new nigerian romance novel debuts. Distinguished ladies and gentlemen, fellow naijarulers. The book is about two people, edward and gladys, who meet and are attracted to each other almost immediately, but have difficulty in resolving their feelings for each other, especially because of edwards past. A heart to mend is a wonderful story of finding love for gladys and edward.
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A heart to mend, by myne whitman proved to be an intriguing read, especially with that of the banking conflict. Myne whitman born nkem okotcha, 26 october 1977 is a writer, editor and publisher from nigeria. The concept for a heart to mend is from the theme of. The subplots are a family reunion and business intrigues. Like a lot of aspiring writers are actually very talented and just have to continue polishing their craft till opportunity knocks. The reason can be attributed to the sense of morality real or apparent that seeks to relegate issues of love to the secrecy. He is haunted by the past of his illegitimate birth and other secrets.
Recently, she came out with her first novel, a heart to mend, a. To mend the world pdf download ebook pdf, epub, tuebl, mobi. Bookbuzzr recently interviewed myne whitman who is the author of the book a heart to mend which is attracting plenty of interest on bookbuzzr. In addition, she has written several short stories published in. The reason can be attributed to a sense of moralitymyne whitmans book, a heart to mend, makes a bold statement to the contrary. Her passion in life is helping to inspire people to use their potential now. The reason can be attributed to a sense of moralitymyne whitmans book, a heart to mend. Reports from the publisher authorhouse, confirm the great reception the book has got so far in terms of sales. If i could mend your heart, is all about lifes interruptions the losses, the endings, the upheavals. Nigerian author myne whitman has written a captivating first novel that presents the gripping tale of a young woman finding her feet in the world and the wealthy egoist she meets. Myne s 2019 year in books take a look at myne s year in books. Everyday low prices and free delivery on eligible orders.
Nigerians and africans are not known for romance writing. Its a little book with a big message about healing and how we show up and support one another in our troubles. Myne whitmans debut novel, a heart to mend you wont drop it till you have reached its last page. A scientist by training she holds a masters degree in public health research whitman decided to follow her passion, and now writes fulltime. Each of these novels are full length books and are the first in. Myne whitman actual name nkem akinsoto is a nigerian blogger and author based in seattle, wa in the united states. Read a heart to mend online by myne whitman books free 30.
Her books a heart to mend and a love rekindled, are romance bestsellers on. She has a masters degree in public health research. You can also download the book for offline reading, but you need to sign in first. She has an open future gladys moves to live with an estranged. Tell him that myne whitman, author of a heart to mend sent you. She is the author of two romance novels, both of which rose to the top of. Myne whitmans book, a heart to mend, makes a bold statement to the contrary. Myne whitman is a nigerian born and united states based writer, poet and blogger. To buy the ebook from nigeria, and have it delivered to your inbox as ebookpdf, pay n750 to gtbank 0110867178 or zenith bank 1002679919. The reason can be attributed to a sense of morality myne whitman s book, a heart to mend, makes a bold statement to the contrary. I belong to the seattle eastside writers meetup and the pacific northwest writers association. Pdf romance books free pdf book manual free download. She presently lives in seattle, usa with her family, where she writes full time.
Amazon myne whitman barnes and noble autographed copy. The nigerian literally scene is coming alive with young writers springing up and churning out books that are captivating and as endearing. Myne whitman is the author of two romance novels, a heart to mend, and a love rekindled, and, if i may be so daring as to say so, the resurrector of the romance genre in modern nigerian literature. Review of the book a heart to mend nzesylvas corner. Bookbuzzr interviews myne whitman author of a heart to. Since its release, a heart to mend has appeared in the top twenty west african books on the amazon kindle bestseller list.
She also runs a blog, which promotes upcoming nigerian authors. I wished for something different from the regular writers who wrote like they were writing for a target audience. And so, it continued, i searched actively for writers. Set in modern day nigeria, you almost feel like you are in the story with them and mynes descriptions are very apt and real. Before long she lands the job of her dreams with the foremost oil company in the city and makes several new. Nkem has written two popular romance novels, a heart to mend and a love rekindled.
This was done purely through blogging, utilising online contacts and word of mouth. Most of the books i read were in english, and since i was writing in english too, i decided my pen name would be the same. Myne whitman is a name i coined myself while still in secondary school and is a play on the transliterated words of my maiden name. Edward is physically attracted to gladys but is not ready to give his heart. Myne whitman writes a nigerian love story vanguard. She also has various poems and short stories published online. My first novel, a heart to mend is a story of self discovery and unconditional love in the vibrant city of lagos nigeria. First off, a very big thanks to sola for the platform and to everyone. Gladys moves to live with an estranged aunt in lagos and to continue her search for a job. Recently, she came out with her first novel, a heart to mend, a fictional narrative, which seeks to revive the.
One of such young authors that just got her debut novel published is myne whitman nkem okotcha who just got her book, a heart to mend published by authorhouse in the united state of america u. Posts about a heart to mend written by olushola ojikutu. Sylva nze ifedigbo, author of whispering aloud a heart to mend will bring tears to the eyes and cheers at the end especially for those who have experienced the search for a career or tumultuous family and. Myne whitman is a pen name but not too long after i started writing online, a reader pointed out that it was an anagram. Readers will find themselves on a small quiet walk filled with authentic words of inspiration, and loving kindness.
I was intrigued not only with the main characters relationship, but with the location which the story takes place, lagos, africa. I am a nigerian writer and blogger whose debut novel a heart to mend has just been self published through authorhouse. A heart to mend and the second also, a love rekindled, went on to become runaway bestsellers on. My second novel, a love rekindled, is about first love, ethnic conflict and broken promises, the synopsis is in the book trailer below. Both books are selfpublished and have been well received. Myne whitman is a nigerian author, currently based in seattle, usa, who has selfpublished two books a heart to mend 2009 and a love rekindled 2011. I wish you the best and if you need an affordable editor or proof reader, i may be able to help. A heart to mend is my first novel and i am currently working on another romantic fiction to be released in 2011. She was born and raised in enugu, nigeria, where she spent most of her time, studying, reading and daydreaming or climbing trees and playing with the boys. We at were able to catch up with the author of the novel a heart to mend myne whitman for an exclusive interview about her background and her. Sylva nze ifedigbo, author of whispering aloud a heart to mend will bring. A heart to mend ebook by myne whitman rakuten kobo. Set in modern day nigeria, you almost feel like you are in the story with them and myne s descriptions are very apt and real.
She has an open future gladys moves to live with an estranged aunt in lagos and to continue her search for a job. The reason can be attributed to a sense of moralitymyne whitmans book, a heart to mend, makes a. Debut novel, a heart to mend, wins awards for author myne. I found myne whitmans books and i bought them also, what an amazing writer. Its a name i coined myself when i began to write seriously in secondary school. Excerpt from the book a heart to mend by myne whitman. This is the first romance novel set in nigeria that i have read.
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