AKO Caine Prize 2022 Shortlist- A Rundown Part 1

The AKO Caine Prize for African Writing is a literature prize awarded to an African writer of a short story published in English. The prize was launched in 2000 to encourage and highlight the richness and diversity of African writing by bringing it to a wider audience internationally. The focus on the short story reflects the contemporary development of the African story-telling tradition Continue reading AKO Caine Prize 2022 Shortlist- A Rundown Part 1

Misfits: A Personal Manifesto, Michaela Coel A small book of inspiration and truth

Misfits: A Personal Manifesto, Michaela Coel is an inspiring, short read. I very much admire Michaela Coel’s work, I’m a big fan of I May Destroy You and Chewing gum. I think she’s incredibly talented, brilliant. IMDY is like nothing I’d ever seen and I was blown away by it. Had us all in its grip a summer or two ago (was it even summer? … Continue reading Misfits: A Personal Manifesto, Michaela Coel A small book of inspiration and truth

The Hundred Wells Of Salaga by Ayesha Harruna Attah Book Review

The Hundred Wells Of Salaga by Ayesha Harruna Attah has reminded me that I don’t know enough about Ghanaian history! A reason historical fiction is a favourite genre of mine is that it always makes me want to research. Impossible to read a good one without wanting to find out more on some details. Read ‘em with a side of Google Continue reading The Hundred Wells Of Salaga by Ayesha Harruna Attah Book Review