Books

Seyi Shay opens up on importance of father figures

Abimbola Aderinola

8 months ago

She added that the narrative being spread about men's importance is an agenda created to divide families...

Fun as Illustrators from across the globe rubbed minds in Lagos

Ayorinde Oluokun

9 months ago

A groundbreaking platform, LIFI is dedicated to nurturing and celebrating the art of children's book illustration.

How Bunmi Oyinsan blew minds at presentation of ‘Ladder of Bones’ in Lagos

Ayorinde Oluokun

10 months ago

In ‘Ladder of Bones’, a pun on British Historian Ellen Thorp’s similar title, Oyinsan tells the intriguing story of five…

Ademola Abiodun, BGOF PR launches BlossomCare in collaboration with Eden AI

Michael Adesina

10 months ago

In Nigeria, the mental health needs of stigmatised women, especially pregnant teens and sex workers, are often pushed to the…

Just In: 2025 Nigeria Prize for Literature longlist unveiled

Ayorinde Oluokun

11 months ago

The prize is sponsored by Nigeria LNG Limited and carries a cash award of $100,000

Jailed for Life: Beyond Death and Dictatorship

Michael Adesina

11 months ago

It is getting to 25 years when Jailed for Life: A Reporter’s Prison Notes by Kunle Ajibade was published. A…

What a stranger told Chimamanda Adichie that left her in tears

Oluwapelumi Oluwayemi

12 months ago

In an interview on Arise TV, the 47-year-old writer shared how thousands of readers worldwide pay to attend her literary…

A Review Of Prof. Mark Nwagwu’s “Curved Fortunes”

Ayorinde Oluokun

12 months ago

In Curved Fortunes, Mark Nwagwu does not offer us a book of poems; he offers a metaphysical storm clothed in…

Lola Shoneyin turns chess champ Onakoya’s inspiring story into a book for children

Isa Isawade

1 year ago

The colourful and beautifully illustrated book entitled "Tunde Onakoya The Chess Champion" was launched on 27 May, 2025 at Ouida…

The man who carried a city: Dr. Lanre Alfred celebrates Gov. Sanwo-Olu at 60

Michael Adesina

1 year ago

Renowned author and biographer, Dr. Lanre Alfred, has unveiled a significant new title, “The Man Who Carried a City”, an…

Africa’s literary giant, Ngugi Wa Thiong’o, dies at 87

Ayorinde Oluokun

1 year ago

Beyond his literary achievements, Ngũgĩ was a passionate revolutionary who vehemently opposed successive Kenyan regimes and tirelessly fought for a…

Cyprian Edward-Ekpo set to launch new book ‘Shackles’ in Cambridge

Michael Adesina

1 year ago

Renowned author and prolific writer Cyprian F. Edward-Ekpo will unveil his latest book, Shackles: Proclivities of Degeneration and the Root…

Obinna Nwodo’s new book challenges procurement professionals to rethink supply chain systems and embrace innovation

Michael Adesina

1 year ago

In today’s rapidly evolving supply chain landscape, where disruptions are the norm and innovation is key, an industry leader is…

Josemaria Osuorah releases “The Modern Security Playbook”

Michael Adesina

1 year ago

Cybersecurity expert and thought leader, Josemaria Osuorah, has unveiled his latest work, The Modern Security Playbook, a detailed and practical…

10-year-old Osaivbie Izedonmwen launches book, ‘Wonders of Me’

Isa Isawade

1 year ago

Olufunmilayo Eta, the deputy head of school, described Osaivbie as ‘a special child fascinated by how books can spark creativity,…

Bose Odueke to launch transformational book on financial freedom

Isa Isawade

1 year ago

The book is designed to help newcomers, young professionals, and adults in general to navigate the complexities of Canada’s financial…

Artvocacy Movement hosts first open mic event; empowers grassroots voices for change

Michael Adesina

1 year ago

The Artvocacy Movement Abeokuta recently hosted its first-ever Open Mic Event and Community Meeting at the Old Theatre Hall, Federal…

Joop Berkhout: The publishing guru who knew when death came calling

Kazeem Ugbodaga

1 year ago

This was a man who had a nose for good stories and was always at home in the company of…

From challenges to champions: The business blueprint transforming emerging market enterprises

Michael Adesina

1 year ago

By Taiwo Adeju In a powerful new release titled From Challenges to Champions: Winning The Business Race, Nigerian business strategist…

A review of A Future in Chains by Ndifreke Ukpong

Michael Adesina

1 year ago

Reviewed by Ime Umoh When I first heard about A Future in Chains by Ndifreke Ukpong, I was curious. Friends…

Akin Adesokan: In praise of diligence and grit

Isa Isawade

2 years ago

Upon graduation, he worked for a decade in the Nigerian media: Gongola State Television, The Guardian, TheNEWS, TEMPO, TNT, ThisDAY…

British writer Samantha Harvey wins 2024 Booker Prize

Isa Isawade

2 years ago

‘This is a book we need now. Orbital is our book. “Everyone and no one is the subject, as six…

Olubunmi Familoni clinches $100,000 Nigeria Prize for Literature

Kazeem Ugbodaga

2 years ago

The Road Does Not End, according to Ezeigbo, addresses the critical issue of child labour in society.

South Korean Novelist Han Kang wins 2024 Nobel Prize in Literature

Kazeem Ugbodaga

2 years ago

Born on November 27, 1970, Kang grew up in a literary family. Her father, Han Seung-won, is a well-known novelist,…

Akume, Ododo, Lawal, others to grace Olusunle’s book launch

Ayorinde Oluokun

2 years ago

Olusunle, an established and widely studied poet has three published volumes of poetry to his name. He also published two…

ANA launches three Anthologies, elects new executives

Kazeem Ugbodaga

2 years ago

The event was further enriched with poetry recitations, thought-provoking literary discussions, and the presentation of awards and certificates of recognition.

Sodeke’s Dwelling in the Belly of the Beast Is A Necessary Moral Instruction for Today’s World

Michael Adesina

2 years ago

For what it is worth, Dimeji Sodeke is a master of alternative inquiry. In his novel, Dwelling in the Belly…

Prof Adebanwi releases new book, “How to Become a Big Man in Africa”

Ayorinde Oluokun

2 years ago

In his book, Adebanwi focuses on Gani Adams, popular leader of the Oodua Peoples Congress who is now the Are…

Nigerian writer, Chioma Okereke launches new book ‘Water Baby’

Taiwo Okanlawon

2 years ago

‘Water Baby’ novel is a captivating collection of stories that delve into the intricacies of the Makoko people in relation…

Salman Rushdie strikes back, releases ‘Knife’

Ayorinde Oluokun

2 years ago

More than about an act of murderous violence, "Knife,” contains a love story. Rushdie recounts meeting, wooing and marrying the…

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