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7 Books Perfect for a Nollywood Film Adaptation

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In our latest book recommendation, we have compiled a list of seven books that are perfect for Nollywood film adaptations. From the story of a man who mysteriously transforms into a white person, constituting a biting satire about a race relations in Nigeria, to a brilliant woman’s account of her experiences in the male-dominated scene of Nigerian politics, the books on this list will certainly make blockbuster films! Read More...
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7 Books That Will Make You See Historical Figures Differently

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In our latest book recommendation, we have compiled a list of seven books that will make you see historical figures differently. From the fictional biography of the first African man to explore America to a nuanced portrait that asks us to contextualize the life of one of South Africa’s most controversial women, the books on this list will make you think again about the historical figures you thought you knew. Read More...
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7 Books to Escape with on Your Weekend Getaway

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In our latest book recommendation, we have compiled a list of seven books to escape with on your weekend getaway. From a moving African saga to the fictional autobiography of the first African to explore America, the books on this list will shoot you right out of your present reality into intriguing new worlds, making your weekend getaway as exciting and full of adventures as possible! Read More...
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7 Books That Will Make You Judge a Book by Its Cover

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In our latest book recommendation, we have compiled a list of seven books that will make you want to judge a book by its cover. From the titillating story of a ‘modern girl living in an ancient world’ to a Somali-born poet’s poetic commentary on the reality of the Black immigrant experience, these books are so beautiful they will leave you breathless! Read More...
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