Books

Death of the Author
“Death of the Author” Review: Nnedi Okorafor’s Book Addresses the Complex World of Writing and Publishing

Death of the Author has a lot to say about the merciless arena where authors,…

Navigating the Business Side of Writing
Navigating the Business Side of Writing: What Every Author Needs to Know

Given the overmuch emphasis on the craft side of writing, a lot of writers are…

A Future in Chains
“A Future in Chains” Review: Ndifreke Ukpong’s Book Expertly Tackles Faith, Tradition, and Resilience

A Future in Chains is a powerful exploration of tradition, faith, and resilience. It challenges…

Anticipated books of 2025
Afrocritik’s Anticipated Books of 2025

Each of these anticipated books promises to keep us occupied with stories, feelings, and facts…

African books and novels 2024
Afrocritik’s Notable Books From Africa in 2024

One way or another, it is clear that African books are finding their way all…

Short stories from Africa in 2024
Afrocritik’s 35 Remarkable African Short Stories in 2024

One notable factor for the continued flowering of fiction on the continent is the rise…

And So I Roar
“And So I Roar” Review: Abi Dare’s Sequel Sends Powerful Message on Female Advocacy

And So I Roar breaks the jinx of sequels being let-downs. Although a coming-of-age fiction,…

The Road to the Country
“The Road to the Country” Review: Chigozie Obioma’s Book Explores the Costs of War, Guilt, and the Enduring Survival of Love

The Road to the Country is a novel whose portrayal of the maximal exertions of…

Aké Arts and Book Festival 2024 Press Conference
Finding Freedom: Aké Arts and Book Festival Returns with a Focus on Diverse Voices

This year’s Aké Arts and Book Festival will be held at Bon Hotel in Ikeja…

Most Secret Memory of Men
“The Most Secret Memory of Men” Review: Mohamed Mbougar Sarr’s Book Engages with the Complexities of Literary Critique

The Most Secret Memory of Men is a book you might be tempted to read…