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AN AFRICAN BIBLIOPHILE

Abena Maryann

Feb 24, 20232 min read

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

Jan 24, 20233 min read

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 6, 20233 min read

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

Oct 12, 20222 min read

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

Sep 2, 20222 min read

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

Jun 17, 20222 min read

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

May 31, 20221 min read

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

Apr 19, 20222 min read

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

Aug 16, 20213 min read

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