PENNACLE LITERATURE
Welcome to Pennacle Literature, Pennacle’s central home for writers, storytellers, and literary creators across Africa. Explore our academy, contests, publishing opportunities, and curated literary experiences.
Featured Programs
A year-round exclusive membership program designed to build you up in the craft and business of writing.
Master Your Craft
Find your voice, improve your creative writing skills, and master the art of storytelling.
Monetize Your Skills
Learn how to serve clients effectively and scale a successful freelance writing business.
Professional Strategy
Learn the professional and strategic side of being a writer, beyond simply creating content.
What You'll Get in the Academy
Comprehensive resources and support to accelerate your writing journey
Certificate of Completion
Recognized certification upon program completion
Weekly Lessons
Practical training and structured learning
Templates & Guides
Worksheets and guides to implement what you learn
Live Q&A Sessions
Interactive workshops and feedback circles
Supportive Community
Connect with peers, mentors, and industry experts
Personalized Feedback
Know exactly what to improve on assignments
Portfolio Building
Structured assignments for showcase-ready work
Guest Lectures
Learn from authors, editors, and publishers
Exclusive Resources
Access to premium writing tools and resources
Publication Opportunities
Chances to showcase your work publicly
Progress Tracking
See your improvement over time with accountability
Optional Mentorship
One-on-one guidance from experienced writers
Why Join the Academy?
- Master your craft and gain confidence in your skills
- Learn the strategies top writers use to earn, publish, and succeed
- Build a portfolio and practical skills that open doors to real opportunities
Who This Academy is For
Writers who:
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Are looking to publish a book
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Seek to improve their writing quality, monetize their skills, write commercially, earn higher rates, and attract more clients
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Seek to master their creative writing skills and become excellent storytellers
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Struggle with blocks, consistency, or project delivery
Resources & Tools
Access Custom-made, Practical Tools that make your writing journey easier, faster, and more effective.
Our resource library provides templates, guides, and workbooks, made specifically for you. These resources give you actionable strategies and support that work for your unique goals.
Key Resources Include:
Portfolio & Resume Templates
Showcase your skills professionally, stand out, and attract better clients.
Pitch, Proposal & Email Templates
Write irresistible pitches that get responses and help you land projects.
Content Strategy & SEO Guides
Plan, optimize, and create content that gets seen and earns you income.
Pricing & Contract Guides
Set rates, negotiate confidently, and build a sustainable freelance business.
Branding & Personal Marketing Tools
Define your unique writer brand, grow your audience, and establish trust with clients.
Time-Saving Templates
Ready-to-use social media posts, content calendars, and engagement strategies.
Why Get These Resources?
- Receive tools prepared specifically for your needs, not generic templates.
- Gain confidence in pitching, branding, and monetizing your skills.
- Build a sustainable, professional writing career on your own terms.
- Gain confidence in pitching, branding, and monetizing your skills.
Special Program
Manuscript Coaching Class
Find your story, complete your book, and get publishing support.
Have you ever started a novel and hit a wall? Or had a book idea but didn’t know where to begin? Perhaps you’ve finished a draft but aren’t satisfied, or you dream of crafting a bestseller.
This class is designed to guide you through every step of the writing journey, from concept to polished manuscript.
What You'll Learn & Achieve
Develop a Marketable Book Idea
Create concepts with real commercial potential
Craft Engaging Narratives
Build well-paced stories that hook readers
Overcome Writer's Block
Tackle common writing challenges head-on
Refine Your Voice
Discover and polish your unique authorial voice
Master Storytelling Elements
Story structure, character development, and more
Publishing Guidance
Step-by-step support through the publishing process
Why Join This Class
- Turn incomplete drafts or vague ideas into finished, high-quality manuscripts
- Get personal, actionable support from experienced authors and editors
- Learn strategies that help your stories sell better than the rest
- Gain confidence to publish and position your work for success
Writing Contests
Showcase your talent and gain recognition in the literary world
The Pen On Fire Workshop & Competition (POF)
POF is Pennacle’s flagship annual program for both emerging and experienced writers.
Competition Format
A high-stakes 3-stage elimination based writing contest that challenges and elevates your skills through each round.
Immersive Workshop
Features pre-recorded lessons, group sessions, Q&A, and guided writing exercises. Each edition runs for 3–5 weeks.
Proven Track Record
Across six editions, POF has produced six standout winners whose work you can read at the link below. Past winners have gone on to publish books, contribute to Pennacle as editors, and gain recognition in the literary world, showing the transformative impact of the program
POF is built to help writers strengthen their craft, refine their voice, and create work that is clear, intentional, and emotionally resonant. At its heart, it is a growing community of writers committed to growth and meaningful artistic expression.
The Literesque Prize
(Formerly Pennacle’s Prize for Good Literature)
The Literesque Prize is open to new and unpublished writers in poetry, short fiction, and creative nonfiction. It exists to discover fresh voices and elevate work that deserves recognition.
Step into our Readers Hub — Literesque
Pennacle’s curated reading experience and home for exceptional African writing
Literesque celebrates bold, thought-provoking, and original work, spotlighting unique and underrepresented voices across poetry, short fiction, and creative nonfiction.
Literesque brings together our publishing initiatives into one space designed for discovery, creativity, and literary excellence, featuring:
The Literesque Magazine
Our biannual digital literary publication showcasing winning pieces from the Literesque Prize and POF, alongside a carefully curated mix of literature, interviews, critical pieces, and cultural commentary.
Published twice a year
Monthly Editor's Pick
Monthly selection of outstanding works from emerging authors, and notable contest entries chosen for their exceptional artistry and perspective.
Updated monthly
Discover Extraordinary African Voices
Literesque is more than a magazine—it’s a celebration of African storytelling, a platform for emerging voices, and a community for readers who appreciate bold, authentic literature.
From powerful poetry to gripping fiction and insightful nonfiction, every piece in Literesque is selected for its ability to move, challenge, and inspire.