Literature

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Writing

Ghanaian American Writer Explores Black Teenagehood in a Murder-Mystery

In Heart-Shaped Lies, Elizabeth Agyemang centers the experiences and perspectives of young Black girls in a heart-racing story.

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Art

How do You Say Goodbye to ‘Tom Mboya?’ By Making Space for More Kenyan Stories on Stage

Too Early For Birds bid farewell to their critically acclaimed production about a key political figure, Tom Mboya, with plans to spotlight more untold narratives from Kenya’s rich history.

Tomi Adeyemi speaks at Spotlight on Tomi Adeyemi during New York Comic Con 2024 at The Jacob K. Javits Convention Center on October 19, 2024 in New York City.
Film + TV

The Search is on for Nigerian Actors for the Film Adaption of Tomi Adeyemi’s ‘Children of Blood and Bone’

The highly-anticipated adaptation of ‘Children of Blood and Bone’ is being led by Gina Prince-Bythewood and could feature a handful of breakout local talent.

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Literature

12 Books by African Writers You Need To Read This Summer

Add these books to your summer reading list.

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Literature

Closure of Popular Publisher Raises Questions about the Future of Literature in Zimbabwe

After 25 years, Weaver Press has closed its doors — leaving a massive hole in the Zimbabwe literary community.

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Literature

Author Tsitsi Mapepa Shares Her Zimbabwe With the World Through Debut Novel 'Ndima Ndima'

In Ndima Ndima, the New Zealand-based writer tells a fictional coming-of-age story set against the real backdrop of her home country of Zimbabwe.

David Diop attends the “LETTERATURE” Rome International Festival at Colosseum Archaeological Park on July 13, 2023.
West Africa

David Diop on Bringing History and Fiction Together in His Latest Novel

The International Booker Prize-winning author talks about his third book, Beyond the Door of No Return, which is a finalist in the upcoming National Book Awards.

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Featured

In ‘Long Distance,’ Etan Comics Brings Ten New Stories to Life

The Ethiopian-founded comic book company gathers together 24 African creators from across the continent in a thrilling new anthology.

David Diop.
Literature

David Diop, Nana Kwame Adjei-Brenyah & Aaliyah Bilal Named Finalists for 2023 National Book Awards

The finalists for the 2023 National Book Awards have been announced.

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Literature

From Time-Travel to the Multiverse, Lauren Beukes Returns With 'Bridge'

The award-winning South African author of The Shining Girls sets her new novel in multiple worlds of possibility.

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Literature

A Tale of Ghana’s Fabled Fortune

Yepoka Yeebo’s debut Anansi’s Gold is a thrilling dive into the fact and fiction of a legendary scammer.

Listen to the Cheeky Natives' Interview with Nthikeng Mohlele, Author of 'Michael K'
News

Listen to the Cheeky Natives' Interview with Nthikeng Mohlele, Author of 'Michael K'

The author speaks about his novel, the writing process and his favorite writers.

Meet the Dynamic Lawyer-Doctor Duo Behind the Riveting Cheeky Natives Podcast
Literature

Meet the Dynamic Lawyer-Doctor Duo Behind the Riveting Cheeky Natives Podcast

Letlhogonolo Mokgoroane and Alma-Nalisha Cele speak about their Afrocentric podcast and the value of creative work in South Africa.

Tomi Adeyemi Shares Release Date for Sequel to 'Children of Blood and Bone'
News

Tomi Adeyemi Shares Release Date for Sequel to 'Children of Blood and Bone'

We won't have to wait much longer!

Readers Share Literature that Gets Them Through the Holidays with Family
Literature

Readers Share Literature that Gets Them Through the Holidays with Family

Books thin enough to slip into your bible

Mohale Mashigo's Electric Afro-Futuristic Offering, Intruders, Centers the Story of the Nobody
Literature

Mohale Mashigo's Electric Afro-Futuristic Offering, Intruders, Centers the Story of the Nobody

Mohale Mashigo on telling stories about the 'insignificant people' and learning to navigate mental illness without shame.

A Controversy Followed Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie to Abantu Book Fest—How Did it Turn Out?
News

A Controversy Followed Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie to Abantu Book Fest—How Did it Turn Out?

Attendees of the book festival had mixed reactions to her interview with Prof. Pumla Gqola.

In Conversation: Glory Edim on Her Debut 'Well-Read Black Girl' Anthology and Her Discovery of Self Through Fiction
Literature

In Conversation: Glory Edim on Her Debut 'Well-Read Black Girl' Anthology and Her Discovery of Self Through Fiction

We catch up with the Nigerian-American author and founder of the book club-turned-community, Well-Read Black Girl, about her debut anthology, this year's Well-Read Black Girl Festival and more.

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