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S.S. David

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Versatile Writer, Filmmaker and Editor

Seyi Sandra David’s journey into the writing world began at an early age. Despite publishers deeming her first novel, ‘Jesse, It’s You I Love,’ penned at thirteen, as too ‘mature,’ she remained undeterred. Her spirit unbroken, she pushed forward, completing her high school education with determination. Her thirst for knowledge led her to pursue a degree in English Language at the university.

After graduation, she secured a position at the local state newspaper, ‘People’s Advocate.’ Through diligence and dedication, she ascended the ranks, eventually achieving the esteemed role of senior correspondent attached to the State House of Assembly. Sandra’s academic pursuits didn’t stop there; she obtained a mas Versatile Writer, Filmmaker and Editor

Seyi Sandra David’s journey into the writing world began at an early age. Despite publishers deeming her first novel, ‘Jesse, It’s You I Love,’ penned at thirteen, as too ‘mature,’ she remained undeterred. Her spirit unbroken, she pushed forward, completing her high school education with determination. Her thirst for knowledge led her to pursue a degree in English Language at the university.

After graduation, she secured a position at the local state newspaper, ‘People’s Advocate.’ Through diligence and dedication, she ascended the ranks, eventually achieving the esteemed role of senior correspondent attached to the State House of Assembly. Sandra’s academic pursuits didn’t stop there; she obtained a master’s degree in creative, digital, and professional writing with an exceptional Merit award, excelling in numerous modules.

Sandra’s talents extend beyond writing; she is also an accomplished filmmaker. Her inaugural documentary, ‘Chasing Humans,’ is a poignant piece aimed at dismantling stereotypes and unconscious racial biases plaguing young black men in London and the UK. The film’s premiere garnered acclaim, earning it a place as one of the standout productions at the London Mets Final Cuts film festival in June 2020.

Armed with years of experience in print and digital media, she assesses manuscripts and is integral in shaping the publishing landscape, identifying fitting manuscripts and spearheading new literary endeavours. Demonstrating her multifaceted skills, Sandra presently holds the esteemed title of Publishing Director at Arrow Gate Publishing, an independent literary house in London.

Her second documentary, ‘The Human Story,’ graced the digital screens of YouTube in 2021, adding another achievement to her growing repertoire. In addition to her filmmaking prowess, Sandra’s versatility shines through in her written works. Her debut fiction, ‘The Impossible President,’ penned in 2004, sheds light on the pervasive gender inequality that persists across the globe.

S.S. David’s narrative journey encompasses resilience, dedication, and an unwavering commitment to challenging societal norms through the art of storytelling. She is a resilient writer, filmmaker, and editor, challenging norms through storytelling. ...more

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	The Feet Of Darkness, Can Love Overcome Darkness 4.64 avg rating — 11 ratings — published 2007 — 4 editions	Error rating book. Refresh and try again. Rate this book Clear rating 1 of 5 stars 2 of 5 stars 3 of 5 stars 4 of 5 stars 5 of 5 stars
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	The Impossible President 4.20 avg rating — 5 ratings — published 2002 — 2 editions	Error rating book. Refresh and try again. Rate this book Clear rating 1 of 5 stars 2 of 5 stars 3 of 5 stars 4 of 5 stars 5 of 5 stars

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Last Thursday, I went for a routine blood test, which has always been challenging due to my very small veins. I was directed from one department to another until finally reaching the blood collection area where many patients were waiting. Despite my upcoming elective procedure on Monday requiring these results, I still needed to wait […]

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“Write what you know. That should leave you with a lot of free time.”
― Howard Nemerov

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“Look at everything always as though you were seeing it either for the first or last time: Thus is your time on earth filled with glory.”
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“You're alive only once, as far as we know, and what could be worse than getting to the end of your life and realizing you hadn't lived it?”
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