Several different agendas – I wanted to create a thrill ride and break the traditional barriers of literature by writing something that would be similar to a video game, something where readers felt like they were immersed in a simulated experience. I had the ambition to write a story with an idea that has never been done before. Another major influencer was something that happened personally in my life where I lost two friends out of a betrayal of another friend. The anger and hatred I had for this one person was sewed in the pillars of the gory feast portrayed in the book. I was able to channel my wrath by letting go of my internal demons. Writing the violence helped me to psychologically lash out at the person. This experience was therapeutic.
Watch RABBIT’S MAN, 1st Chapter Novel Reading by Philip Oyok
STORY Read By – Becky Shrimpton
SYNOPSIS:
A novel about a Nigerian real-estate businessman and former vigilante gun-smuggler who becomes blackmailed by a British spy to supply weapons to a militant army called the United Niger-Delta Brigade, or risk exposure of his past deeds.
The contest appeared ideal for me to showcase my work, and the fact that it’s being read by a group of professionals was enlightening to know that my work wouldn’t be judged by just the opinions of a single reader who may or may not find my story totally convincing.
– Philip Oyok
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Chapter 1 NOVEL Reading: RED STORM 
Chapter 1 Novel: WHAT IF ITS ALL BEEN A LIE 
Novel Transcript: NORTH HALL 
1st Chapter: THE DECISION 