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Read Ghanaian Challenge 2023
This year, the challenge has been divided into two parts; 12 reading prompts and a 7-day celebration on Social media.
Abena Maryann
Feb 24, 20232 min read
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A Quick Ting on Afrobeats by Christian Adofo
The book chronicles the social and cultural development of Afrobeats, tracing its rich history from the African continent all the way to the
Abena Maryann
Jan 24, 20233 min read
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Maame by Jessica George
. Maddie knows what kind of woman she wants to be, but she will have to overcome her fear, grief, and guilt to be that woman.
Abena Maryann
Jan 6, 20233 min read
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The Kaya Girl by Mamle Wolo
Faiza, a migrant girl from northern Ghana working as a Kayayo and Abena, a doctor’s daughter on vacation, meets in Accra's largest market.
Abena Maryann
Oct 12, 20222 min read
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One for Sorrow, Two for Joy by Marie-Claire Amuah
Though her past still haunts her, Stella takes on life and finds friendships to heal the wounds.
Abena Maryann
Sep 2, 20222 min read
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Tsoo Boi: The Voices That Protest edited by Ama Asantewa Diaka
Tsoo Boi published by Tampered Press is an anthology highlighting conversations taking place in the real world, social media, and traditiona
Abena Maryann
Jun 17, 20222 min read
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Aftershocks by Nadia Owusu
Nadia Owusu’s mother abandoned her when she was 2 years old, she grew up in different places –, Rome, London, Dar-es-Salaam and Kampala.
Abena Maryann
May 31, 20221 min read
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Emerging Ghanaian Writers and Why You Should Read Them
Here is my message to emerging authors: You deserve your flowers after writing and publishing on these unfertile grounds.
Abena Maryann
Apr 19, 20222 min read
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All Ghana A Stage: The Experiences of Young Ghanaians
All Ghana A Stage is a collection of short stories, essays, and poems. The anthology puts a spotlight on the life (struggles & joys) culture
Abena Maryann
Aug 16, 20213 min read
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