Umuntu ngumuntu ngabantu; I am because you are. A-Stack is home to readers and writers of African descent.
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Idk What To Tell You, But You Will Fail
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Prepare to fail. But in a good way. Let me explain.
The first time I pitched a story to a publication, I was certain I wouldn’t get it, thanks to the good old self-doubt. The joke was absolutely on me beca...
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The AI-lephant In The Room Is Crushing Your Brain
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Okay, let’s address the AI-lephant in the room. If you are sensitive about it, you might want to leave the room, but I do suggest you stay.
AI is weakening your creative muscle.
If you can’t flesh out a...
The More Things Change, The More They Remain A-Stackable
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Umuntu ngumuntu ngabantu; I am because you are. A-stack is home to readers and writers of African descent.
Afrorealist. Amala apologist. Scholar. Storyteller. West African uncle.
A newsletter and podcast for women healing and growing. The Fat and Horny Podcast, for women decolonising pleasure. Coming Soon: The Overshared Diary (a.k.a T.O.D), a diary style magazine filled with thoughtful overshares.
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