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About Ijagun Poetry Journal

Ijagun Poetry Journal is a quarterly journal that provides a platform from which we can tell our own stories in the authenticity of their multiplicity through the poetic medium. We don’t want to hear these stories from our master “griots” alone; we want to hear from those mastering their art, too. Hence, we aim at publishing new and emerging poets. We also welcome the works of established poets in order to encourage the poetic genius of those mastering poetic art. We prize original works that conform to, break or reinvent conventions. Again, we accept reviews and critical essays on poetry. We also accept powerful art works and photographs that make us appreciate the "poetry" in everything.

Kofi Awoonor: Dearly loved & missed. Tributes and more | African Writers Trust

Posted on September 23, 2013 by Ijagun Poetry Journal

  It is a dark day at African Writers Trust thinking of Kofi Awoonor who died in Nairobi in the Westgate Mall attack. Kofi Awoonor was invited by Storymoja writers festival, 19 -22 September 2013, to celebrate writing and storytelling along with other writers … Continue reading →

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Beauty

Posted on September 13, 2013 by Ijagun Poetry Journal

Originally posted on Hortus Closus:
Beauty lies in the Heart, it lights smiles. Purity Is the true beauty. I was inspired by this photo I thank JK Bevill for spreading beauty in the world every day.

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Canticle to the Sailor by Gabriel Bamgbose

Posted on September 13, 2013 by Ijagun Poetry Journal

(To those born this day) If my soul be snatched away from its body, And my sanity be turned into madness; If my sight be dimmed to darkness, And my soul be soiled with sorrow; Nothing in my might can … Continue reading →

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Looking for a chink in the wall by Gabriel Bamgbose

Posted on September 12, 2013 by Ijagun Poetry Journal

Agama The red-headed one With a mighty comb Nodding in fury Like a pressed cock Finding a foolish fowl To quench the fire of his furious groins Agama Why looking for a chink in the wall Why not climb and … Continue reading →

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Call for Submissions

Posted on September 11, 2013 by Ijagun Poetry Journal

Ijagun Poetry Journal invites submissions of poetry, reviews, essays, and anything about poetry for its maiden/October issue. Please, endeavour to send your work before 20th September, 2013 if you want it considered for this issue. Any submission after this date … Continue reading →

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She said I walked away by Gabriel Bamgbose

Posted on September 2, 2013 by Ijagun Poetry Journal

She said I walked away From my sleep last night She said I rose From her beside Abandoning the cushion of the bed And the heat of the quilt The warmth and comfort Of her body Walking straight away Into … Continue reading →

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Mother, My Pride by Gabriel Bamgbose

Posted on August 29, 2013 by Ijagun Poetry Journal

I am proud of you mother Your blackness shines forth The beauty of your tribe Aesthetically, you remain unique Of all mothers. In you lies The wealth of the nations In your womb evolves The genius of the globe Your … Continue reading →

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Literary Contest Update: 2014 Commonwealth Prizes

Posted on August 28, 2013 by Ijagun Poetry Journal

Commonwealth Writers has re-focused its prizes to concentrate on the Short Story. Awarded for the best piece of unpublished short fiction, the prize will open for entries on 1 October 2013. The Commonwealth Book Prize will no longer be offered. … Continue reading →

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Literary Contest Update: The Briar Cliff Review

Posted on August 27, 2013 by Ijagun Poetry Journal

The Briar Cliff Review We are currently taking submissions for our 26th edition. We take poetry, creative non-fiction, fiction, and artwork. Our contest is also underway with $1000 first- place prizes in poetry, creative non-fiction, and fiction. Submissions close November … Continue reading →

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Posted on August 15, 2013 by Ijagun Poetry Journal

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