Истории Africanliterature

Mashobane is a little boy with a beautiful singing voice. Follow him as he makes sense of the world... under the Mango tree

°We Count More Than Coins° This is a collection of poems that speak the truth of lives often unseen. It tells the stories of Miro, Maris, Tavian, and others children facing struggles, carrying dreams, and holding onto hope. Through simple words and heartfelt voices, these poems reveal pain, strength, love, and the quiet power within. They remind us that we are worth more than what we have in our pockets, that our hearts and dreams matter most. *Read their stories, Feel their voices, Remember we count more than coins.*

When a school trip to the National Movie Theater takes an unexpected turn, young Melody finds herself pulled into a glowing world where history comes alive. Guided by Dedan Kimathi himself, she journeys through enchanted forests and timeless moments - meeting heroes like Mekatilili wa Menza, Tom Mboya, Field Marshal Muthoni, and finally, Raila Amolo Odinga, the Father of Democracy. Each hero shares courage, wisdom, and the truth that freedom is never finished - it is passed from one generation to the next. Through storms of memory and light, Melody discovers that bravery doesn't always wear armor - sometimes, it writes, paints, speaks, and dreams. 🇰🇪 A magical celebration of Kenya's spirit - past, present, and forever.

Grief and nostalgia envisage Akata as he recounts the year 2000 in this short story

When the gods were at war with the humans, we had no choice but to look for a hero, someone who would save us and the future generation. Nuala meaning 'queen' but she was more than a queen, she was a warrior, a warrior queen. The woman on which all our ambitions rested on. Sadly, years and centuries have passed and humans have forgotten her but I'm here to tell you about her. For she's no folklore, no tall tale but rather someone like you and I who gave her all to serving and setting us free. Come one and come all...

A single mother, Tsitsi has build up so much hatred for men and has put them in a shell of selfish human beings that her ideologies have become those of having her guards up and seeing men as only narcissistic beings. Part of her inanimate fear emanates from the fact that her former lover and father of her only daughter deserted them in a time of need. Others, from the ideologies of her own mother. Another woman who was raised as an only daughter by her single mother. For Tsitsi this seems to be history repeating itself. Put more forward; a generational curse. The tables however turn, when we are introduced to Keith who is a recent but unemployed graduate. He ferries through a life of struggling after supposedly, deserting his pregnant girlfriend and stepdaughter. It builds up on his own life struggles, his emotional turmoil and how, though society shuns and looks at the male figure as to be the sole provider, it's not an ideology that still has to stand in the 21st century Zimbabwe. The story builds on how a depressed African man and woman realise that anything taught by their fathers and forefathers might really not apply in today's world.

In the Dlamini family, silence has always been safer than the truth. Sibusiso Dlamini has built his life around control - loyal to his family, steady in his career, and determined to keep the past buried. But when his grandfather dies in a mysterious fire, and tensions ignite within the household, the cracks in their perfect image become impossible to ignore. His partner, Lufuno, is unraveling beneath the weight of secrets she's never spoken. Her daughter, Tania, is caught between rage and silence, hiding trauma even she can't name. And then there's Luthando - the rebellious aunt, the black sheep, the one who dared to burn what the family worshipped. As emotional wounds resurface and long-guarded truths come to light, the Dlaminis are forced to confront the cost of generational shame, abuse, and silence. Fractured Bloodlines is a haunting, multi-layered South African family drama exploring themes of mental illness, rape, identity, intergenerational trauma, emotional neglect, queer repression, and the devastating legacy of silence. From the ancestral villages of Mpumalanga to the buzzing corridors of Pretoria, this story is not just about family - it's about survival.

In "Melanin Magic," each poem is a powerful tribute to the resilience, beauty, and richness of Black life. This collection delves deep into the essence of Black identity, exploring themes of heritage, struggle, joy, and triumph. Through vivid imagery and emotive verse, it captures the voices of ancestors, the rhythms of everyday life, and the dreams of a brighter future. "Melanin Magic" is not just a book of poetry; it is a celebration of culture, a call for justice, and an ode to the indomitable spirit of Black ➺ - - - - - - - - FYI, this book is for everyone, blacks and other colours. Please note that every artwork in this book is not owned by me. I therefore give full credits to it's rightful owners. #1st in africanpoetry

Growing up in Nigeria has taught fourteen year old Doyin Olalepo three things. No 1. Have sense and don't be stupid!! No 2. Always have a back up plan or else you'll die of disappointment. No 3. Don't EVER believe in any form of unrealistic nonsense, no matter how well packaged it may look. Doyin's life takes a sudden twist when an unexpected person pays her a visit , opening her eyes to a world of impossibility, and allowing her break the all knowing rules of her Nigerian survival guide.

When Leanne, a junior executive hires an assistant called Kim, her life turns upside down. Kim is an ambitious young woman who wants to climb up the corporate ladder by all possible means. Kim doesn't care who she hurts in order to get what she wants. When she sets her sights on Leanne's job and the man she loves, it's game over. Who will win the struggle for both power and love? Top rankings #1 in African Literature #1 in East Africa #2 in Uganda #46 in African © 2019 C.G. HOPE

The Awele family are the kind people talk about in hushed voices: old military pedigree, oil wealth, and seven children raised to look perfect and never ask questions. In Port Harcourt, they're respected. In Lagos, they're envied. Inside? It's a different story - but no one dares to tell it. Every smile is practiced. Every pain goes unspoken. But it only takes one strong heart to shatter the lie.

After a surviving slavery in human trafficking, albeit with many scars, Sibu loses her passion for life and simply lives from one day to the next. Until she picks the wrong pocket one day, just for fun. Luke is a reputable judge and a very resourceful leader to a reputable investigation group. His life is normal and he is dealing with his burdens (a very crucial case on human trafficking) in his own calm and calculated way (AKA giving up) when he loses his wallet one rainy night to the key in solving his case. Except, she has no intention to be of any help, at all. How will he convince her? GO AND CHECK OUT MY OTHER BOOKS ON AMAZON!

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A novel exploring the life of a young girl in an all-girl West African boarding school. Fabiola leaves her village for the first time to attend an esteemed secondary school miles away from home with high hopes and expectations. She finds her self in an unusual environment, extremely hostile and far from expectation. Acquiring an education is not all there is for Fabiola; she struggles constantly with the unpredictable nature of the environment and has her spirits lifted and her heart broken several times in the process.

During this time of the year, Clement expects the visit from his powerful friend. A friend that has helped his son in ways he couldn't, in exchange for something, ungodly. But things go really bad this year and he falls short. Throughout the travails of the night, Clement contemplates his history and decisions leading him to this hopeless point as complications arise and he is forced to meet payments before nightfall to save his son's life.

A shape shifting warrior Egagah seeks an end to wars and conquests, but is trapped in a decaying body and banished to a secret location, forgotten by men, and a secret to a few. For centuries he had been unheard of. A young man, Ajijian, raised by a pair of dwarves in a forest must come to terms with the pains of not knowing his biological parents and finding love. Beneath this lies an ancient feud along with its secret vendetta, a legend with hidden roots. Ajijian is rescued by a stranger and he is determined to return the favour. A favour that puts the life of all humans on the balance. Will Ajijian discover his mistake on time? A child is born for a community but a hero is born to save nations. Find out in "Teeth Of Darkness"

Anaya never meant to fall in love that night. She doesn't usually do bars-but something about Marcel's called to her. Maybe it was fate. Maybe it was the stress or a need for self. Or maybe it was him-the bartender with a slow smile, curious eyes, and a mysterious charm she couldn't resist. Marcel wasn't supposed to notice her. But from the moment Anaya stepped in, wrapped in red and carrying secrets like shadows, he was hooked. One drink turned into a stolen moment in a quiet parking lot. Then came the song-her voice, pure magic-and he knew he'd never forget her. Anaya, a girl from a quiet town in Lesotho. Marcel, a European bar owner, running from his past. Their connection is instant. Their chemistry, undeniable. But everything between them is built on lies. And when the truth starts to unravel, the people they've been running from return-with a vengeance. In a love story marked by deception, secrets, and passion-can love survive the wreckage of the past, or will it be the thing that destroys them both? He was her escape. She was his obsession. But no one runs forever.