On January 8, 2024, literary deity Akwaeke Emezi sent ripples of anticipation through the literary world by unveiling the official release date of their eighth novel, “Little Rot.” A master storyteller known for their unique narrative prowess, Emezi hinted at the novel’s gripping tale through a teaser shared on Instagram. “Little Rot” will delve into…
In Kenyan history, there exists a generation whose stories are often whispered, their experiences shrouded in the shadows of societal norms and cultural restraints, their tales of resilience, love, and their courage in navigating their identities amidst a legal landscape that criminalised them often forgotten. Kevin Mwachiro, Peter Irungu, and Nguru Karugu embarked on a three-year…
Author of Freshwater, PET, and Death of Vivek Oji, Akwaeke Emezi, has announced their new book, Dear Senthuran: A Black Spirit Memoir. “My official nonfiction debut, DEAR SENTHURAN: A BLACK SPIRIT MEMOIR, is coming out on June 8,” they wrote on Twitter recently. “Through candid, intimate correspondence with friends, lovers, and family, Emezi traces the…
Lambda Literary Awards, also known as the “Lammys”, is a yearly award given by the Lambda Literary Foundation (based in the United States) to published works which celebrate or explore sexuality, gender, social justice in literature and the arts. Now in its 31st edition, the Lambda award honours outstanding work in various categories; from Lesbian…
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