PROJECT PEN [SEASON II]

🎊DIARY NIGHT 🎊

HELLO?? HELLO?!!!🔥🔥

It's time for Project Pen 2023's first ever DIARY NIGHT!!!🔥🔥🔥🔥



Having that the two picked contestants refused to co-operate, we are giving all the spotlight to the popularly nominated Contestant for the DIARY NIGHT!🎊

Guess who it is in the comments HERE!

Alright without much further ado, let's welcome to the HOT SEAT the one and only...

003 DEWDROP!🔥🔥🔥

You called for this contestant and they were the most nominated. So we brought them to you! Enjoy their Interview below❤️

Moderator(M):
Good day, I'll be asking a few questions.

Contestant (C): Okay.

Q: You seem to have some buzz around your name since the beginning of project pen, how does that feel?

A: Omooo.😂😭 It's so overwhelming. I have never been one who fancies spotlight. As good as it feels, in a way, I am a tad bit nervous about meeting up with their expectations.😂🤲 But then, anyhow it goes, we run it like that.😂

Q: Have you been around the main crib when someone gushed over you? What was it they said that made you excited?

A: Everything they said. It was all so exciting.😭❤️ I didn't know what it was about my work that just made them so excited, because the storyline just felt regular to me. But then, seeing people gush about my work just sort of boost my confidence and intensified my will to do better.❤️

M: Definitely, you have the potential to do better.

Q: Has there been a time someone said something about your writing that made you feel bad?

A: Yeah, on some occasions. And, I am not going to lie, they hurt me so badly. But, I got over it. I have kind of trained myself to make peace with the fact that not everyone will like my work and that's okay. So, whenever I get a criticism, I just put on my big girl pants and filter out the bad.🌝 Now, don't get me wrong, I still cry my eyes out whenever it hurts, but once I finish crying, I pick it up and slay the shit out of the work. I am not a quitter.❤️✨ I was born to write and I am not going to allow criticisms tear me down.

M: love the energy.

Q: How far do you see yourself going in the competition?

A: About this, I honestly do not know. I can't say. But one thing I am sure of is that I am going put my all into it and just do my thing. Even if I don't make it as the last man standing, I would be glad that I gave project pen a shot, and I would carry with me, everything I have learnt in the competition, allowing it to serve as my guide in the outside world.✨

Q: What prompted you to register for the competition and how was your writing process when you writing your entry?

A: Initially, when I heard of a competition this big, I was like "No, girl. It's not your thing. You don't do spotlights, so stick to the shadows."😂😭 But then, it was like the one thing every one could talk about. It became so annoying at some point. And then, I did some self reflection and I realised that sticking to the shadows has been like a cycle all my life. I knew the only way I could break it was to prove that voice inside my head wrong. So, I decided to screw the odds and go for what can make me grow into the writer I want to be. Because, I am nowhere near it.❤️ And then, My writing process was kind of weird in a way.😂 And that's because I spent a lot of time freaking out about what to write. It's safe to say I was trying to brainstorm for the perfect story. But, e no come o.😂🤲 A few days before the deadline for the registration, inspiration struck with a storyline I found so cliche. I was being stubborn about it because I didn't want to write something cliche. But then, the more I tried to avoid writing it, the more it dawned on me that it was the story I was looking for. So, I had to admit the fact that if there was anything I was good at, it was making clichés not look cliche. Once I was able to come to terms with that fact, I just picked up my phone and I wrote what was in my head. Not going to lie, the execution was perfect.😂❤️ I didn't even waste time to submit because I was satisfied with the end result. My insecurities kicked in after I submitted it and I zeroed out the fact that I could get picked. Getting the email came as a shock, because I thought the entry wasn't project pen worthy. But well, here I am.😂

M: Quite an elaborate answer!

Q: Did you feel confident after submitting your work for reviews?

A: Not in the slightest.😂 Not one bit. I tried holding on to my positivity but it wasn't working. I just gave up at some point, and prepared myself for the worst.😂 When they dropped the reviews for the first batch, I was tempted to switch off my phone and wait until the next day to check, but the anxious part of me wasn't having it. In fact, I thought mine was going to be the worst.😂🤲 It was a dramatic spin of the table when I saw how impressed the judges were.😂😭❤️ I didn't get to bask in the reviews much, because I knew it was only going to get tougher from here. The reviews kind of spiked my nervousness in a way, because whether I like it or not, I have set a standard for myself.😂 But as I said, I am just going to do my thing and try not to stress.❤️

M: I love response.

Q: Did the reviews satisfy you?

A: It was more than I ever hoped for. More than it.❤️ Even though I felt so proud of myself, I didn't let it get into my head. I just tried to note where I had to work on.✨

Q: A fellow called Toluwamini_01 directed a question at you: how do you feel knowing that I'm the one leading your fanbase?

A: I am glad you think I am worthy enough for you to be my fan and lead my fanbase. Thank you, Toluwanimi. I really appreciate this and I do not take it for granted.❤️

M: This will definitely bring a smile to Toluwanimi's face.

C: I hope it does because her question brought tears to my eyes: happy tears, of course.😂❤️

Q: So we're about to move to the other segment of the interview, ready or not?

A: Ready? 🔥

Q: Coffee or tea?
A: Tea.

Q: Books or movies?
A: Both. They are huge source of inspiration to me. I can't choose. I love both in different ways.

Q: Project pen or The Voice Nigeria? 😂
A: Project pen all the wayyyyyyyyyy😂🔥😌 There's no way in hell I am missing out on all this drama!😂🔥

Q: Favourite character in a wattnaija book?
A: Marcus Acha from TMBT
Q: Why Marcus?
A: Marcus, at the beginning of Too Many Broken Things, I didn't hate him. Instead, I just thought him of him as this incredibly hot stupid boy, who is torn between his obsession with his reputation and his true self. His character's development is so beautiful. It's so amazing how he went from the attention-driven fine boy, to this selfless young man, who would do anything for the people he loves.🥹❤️ Sure, he is nowhere near perfect, because he has made mistakes and they are going to come biting him in the ass soon enough, but he'll learn and he will grow.❤️ I can't wait to see the kind of man he is going to evolve and into.🔥
M: ☺️✨

Q: Have you had any strange experience in the project pen house?
A: There has not been strange occurrences too. Everything seems pretty fine and fun.❤️

Q: Give a shout-out to any contestant.
A: That would be 021 Star. I loved his/her work. I loved how the contestant was able to keep me hooked from the beginning of the story to the end.🔥 Your piece was amazing.❤️✨ I look forward to seeing more of your works. I am a huge fan.🤭🔥

M: We've come to the end of this Interview, thank you so much for your time.

WHO ELSE STARTED CRUSHING ON DEWDROP, IT CAN'T BE ONLY ME!
😭❤️

Anyways, that's it for our Diary Night! CIAO! Anticipate the Judges Confessional in an hour! And while we await, feel free to make your guesses who our mystery Judge is going to be!🤫🤐