Hey everyone,
I'm reaching out to you today with a personal update and a heartfelt request. As many of you know, I pour my passion into creating these stories, and your support means the world to me but living in a third-world country like Nigeria, however, comes with its unique challenges, and securing a stable income is a constant struggle.
Recently, my iPhone 6s got damaged, which has made updating much harder. On top of that, like many Nigerian homes, we don't have a router for Wi-Fi, so I've been relying on my mom's phone for internet access and her hotspot data. She doesn't know I'm writing novels – to her, I'm diligently "researching" for my final university project: "Conversion of UPS Lead-Acid Battery into Lithium Ion Phosphate Battery (LiFePo4) Using a Centralized Battery Management System (BMS)." (No judgment, please, and it's a real project!). As you can imagine, constantly using her data makes her quite annoyed, and if she knew I was writing fiction instead of just pure academic work, well, let's just say I'd be in big trouble unless it was bringing in a profit. So, until i can gather money to repair my phone, updates will be slow.
This is why I've recently applied for a contract on WebNovel. I'm truly hoping it gets accepted. While I know they take a significant portion of profits – sometimes more than 50% – right now, it feels like my only real option to turn my writing into a sustainable income. This isn't just about covering my daily expenses; it's about being able to invest more time and energy into my stories, bringing you better content, and building a future where I can continue to share these worlds with you for a long, long time. (I know, I'm starting to sound like Elias and his grand cosmic plans, but it's true!).
I'm really hoping this opportunity works out, and I'd be incredibly grateful if you could send some positive vibes my way. Your continued readership and encouragement truly keep me going, especially through these challenging times.
Your Support Can Make a Difference
In the meantime, for anyone who feels moved to help directly, I would be incredibly grateful for any monetary aid you might be willing to offer. Every little bit makes a real difference in helping me cover my daily living expenses here in Nigeria. Just for context, $15-$30 is often an average monthly income for many citizens here – don't let the media paint a different picture. Your support would genuinely allow me to dedicate more time and focus to writing for you, without the constant worry of basic survival.
Please know that this is entirely voluntary, and your continued readership is already a huge source of motivation. If you are able to help, please reach out to me directly at sorion479@gmail.com. Unfortunately, services like Patreon or BuyMeACoffee aren't supported in Nigeria, so I can only provide details on how you can contribute, which would likely involve sending money to my aunt in the US, who would then send Nigerian currency back to me.
Thank you again for being such an amazing and understanding community. Your support, in any form, means the world to me.