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When she First said No!
This is a vibrant collection of poems that dive headfirst into the exhilarating, heart-wrenching, and complex realms of love, loss, faith and human nature.
In the title poem, "When She First Said NO!", the poet laments about his unrequited love and rejection. This sets the stage for the flurry of emotions you'll witness as you flip through the pages.
You'll find yourself immersed in deep emotions: feel the thrill of new love, cringe at the agony of heartbreak, and identify with the trials and tribulations of keeping a relationship afloat.
But it doesn't stop there! This poetic treasure trove also delves into the spiritual realm, with the poet seeking solace and guidance from the divine. And let's not forget the darker side of human nature equally portrayed - temptation, lust, and the fiery fury of hate and anger- all laid bare in finely crafted captivating verses.
Written in a delightful mix of styles - from free-flowing verses to time-honoured forms - this collection offers something for you. Whether you're drawn to soul-searching introspection or captivating poetic storytelling, you'll find yourself captivated by the sheer range of emotions and experiences on display.
Let the poetic adventure begin!
Songs of the Master River Wabler
Emeino y'Egetinginye Enchome is a captivating book of Ekegusii poetry that celebrates the rich tapestry of the AbaGusii people. The poems within this collection explore the depths of love, the enchanting beauty of the EkeGusii language and culture, and the splendor of the natural world.
From the majestic rivers and rolling hills to the vibrant flora and fauna, the anthology paints a vivid portrait of the Gusii homeland. Readers are invited to savor the essence of Ekegusii heritage through the poet's exploration of traditional culinary arts, cherished dishes, and cultural landmarks. The collection is a testament to the enduring spirit of the Gusii people, expressed through the lyrical power of their native tongue.
The poems in this book were conceived in Ekegusii in a bid to capture the nuances of Gusii's spoken art, culture, language, and way of life, which is surely facing extinction. It persuades the reader to go back not only in time but also to the roots of the essence of Ekegusii. There is an attempt to translate the poems to English for a wider reach.
Anciently of the clan of Masisi of the Bagesaka from Bobasi, Nyansera Otieno is a scribe, painter, curator, cultural activist, and native language crusader. He has taught at the Bugema University (Uganda) and Kisii University (Kenya) at the School of Arts and Social Sciences, Department of Languages Linguistics and Literature. He holds a doctorate in linguistics from Kisii University. He is a crusader for Gusii Language and Culture revitalization. He writes poetry and short stories from his rich EkeGusii oral literature background. He patronizes the Bobasi Branch of the AbaGusii Cultural and Development Council and Mwanyagetinge Heritage Council, Bobasi Chapter.
Whispers Of My Soul by Vallary Okelo
- "Whispers of My Soul" is a profound collection of poetry that delves into the depths of grief, loss, love, and personal reflection. With raw honesty and emotional intensity, the poems invite readers on a journey through the heartache and healing that come with life's most intimate experiences. This book speaks to anyone who has loved deeply, endured loss, or sought solace in their most vulnerable moments. Each verse is a whisper from the soul, offering comfort, understanding, and a reminder that we are never truly alone in our feelings. A must-read for those seeking connection through the beauty of words.
Hannah and the Angel: Volume 1: Angel...
When Hannah, an adorable teenage girl, is visited by an angel, she thinks that her Hip-Hop-obsessed friend, Jack, is playing a trick on her. But the winged visitor is ‘the real deal…an angel from Heaven.’ It turns out that these ‘winged messengers of God’ are just as flawed - and humorous! – as mortal humans, and through her encounter, Hannah learns the virtue of tolerance and importance of forgiveness.
'Hannah and the Angel' is a stage play for people of all faiths. It’s a morality tale about the complexity of human relations, the struggle between the young and the old, and the duel between good and evil. It’s a sunbeam for a world made chaotic by human imperfections. It’s like being touched by an angel.
Whispers of the Soul by Dennis Mukolwe
Step into "The Whispers of the Soul,"where poetry becomes a companion through life's journey. This collection encapsulates the myriad experiences of existence, from moments of euphoria to encounters with sorrow. The verses may be simple, yet they resonate deeply, evoking memories and emotions familiar to all. Whether you've danced in the light of joy, navigated the shadows of loss, or discovered hope in the unlikeliest of places, this book speaks to the universal human experience. So, pause for a moment, leaf through these pages, and allow the whispers of the soul to resonate within you.
The Rustle of Leaves by Sylvester Wauye
The Rustle of Leaves is a collection of poems composed by Sylvester Wauye, a new poet in the Kenyan poetry scene. The thematic issues tackled in the book cut across love, politics, societal and global issues. A range of stylistic devices are deployed creatively to deliver the issues addressed, sometimes in a witty, sarcastic or perhaps an emotive tone. As you read through the poems a mix of feelings are aroused. You won't be disappointed as you rustle through the book and perhaps you might experience a reawakening love for poetry.
The Ties That Bind
“The Ties that Bind: Poems from a Father’s Heart to His Son” is a touching and heartfelt collection of poetry that captures the special bond between a father and his son. From the joys of fatherhood to the challenges of navigating life, these poems explore the many facets of this unique relationship. The author shares his hopes, fears, and dreams for his son while offering advice and wisdom to guide him on his journey. This book is a beautiful tribute to the enduring love and connection between a father and his child. The anthology is sure to resonate with readers of all ages.
The Me In We by Patrick Lavince
This classic masterpiece, a collection of poetry, explores the deep recesses of a Poet's soul, birthed from the dying embers of the journey within.
The anthology, a four-faceted themed book on Healing, Self-Worth, Discernment & Rebirth, takes a reader on a voyage of a lifetime — through the waded waters of loss, canopy of grace, silent storms of renaissance, tides of hope, regimen of seraphic and divine nourishment and ripples of blues — all in their truest test.
A Strange Twist and Other Stories
When Kangi joins a new school, he has no idea of the roller-coaster ride that awaits him. This chapter is riddled with experiences that are new and exciting. How will Kangi navigate culture shock, travelling, differences in beliefs, celebrations, responsibilities, hospital runs and even teeth decays?
Is there a way to find solutions to these ever-developing situations?
Let us join Kangi in his adventures and see where it all takes us!
In this collection, the author has interwoven the core competencies of the Competence-Based Curriculum (CBC) into the stories to create circumstances that not only inform but educate on recurrent themes and topics in the curriculum and society. This is a fun way for the learner to engage and enjoy learning.
What Others Say
“I loved how the children’s issues were well intertwined with fun and exciting stories. It is an easy read for pre-teens and younger children. My daughter carries her copy with her every day.” - Hellen Wakonyo, Parent.
“This will supplement teaching a lot of environmental, science and creative content in my class. It is refreshing to see a writer who delves into the societal contemporary issues surrounding our children.” - Teacher Rukia, Thindigua Junior Secondary School.
The Pearl and Other Poems
The Pearl and other Poems is a collection of 41 poems of different forms, styles and themes; themes that touch on varying aspects of life like love, marriage, politics, farming, education, business, leadership, religion, and anxiety, among others.
What Other’s Say
The poems in this collection are really enticing and evoke real emotions leaving me yearning for more. The content and titles have no match. Echesa’s creativity is just out of this world - Elizabeth Namarome Mukenya.
I just can’t argue with the message in the poem “Dancing in the room”, indeed people don’t get tired of doing things they love. I love the poems in this collection, and keep coming back to them - Silas Khasao Wandera.
Deborah and the Chicken
Crossing the Border
The collapse of the Berlin Wall on November 9th,1989 marked the beginning of multi-party politics in many parts of the Third World. The same also held true for African countries. The political landscape changed. In Kenya, the early 1990s were years of ethnic cleansing through arson, land clashes, evictions, forcible displacement, and murder of members of communities then perceived to be sympathetic to the opposition. What happened to those years’ children continues to live in the collective memory of today’s adult Kenyans.
Crossing the Border is a novella which captures that moment in Kenya’s history. It fictionalises the experiences of a schoolboy in a tiny village called Odiya, situated at the border between Kenya’s Nyanza and Rift Valley provinces, near the small town of Songhor, in early 1992.
Not only does the story record the sadness of those years, it also focuses on proper education as an important agent for national awareness, human compassion, and communal reconciliation especially in the case of children and young citizens. The book is dedicated to all child victims of political violence anywhere in the world, but more so in Africa, where similar evils are still regularly planned and executed by governments in power.
What Others Say
“Abenea Ndago explored and revealed a uniquely Kenyan territory in his earlier novel, Voices. ‘Crossing the Border’, an equally refreshing read makes western Kenya’s past ethnic strife uniquely his own. This is the work of a master who trod the very hills, rivers, streams, sugarcane plantations and tribal idiosyncrasies of his characters and painfully evokes and retells the tribal spirits of postcolonial Kenya. Though written, the narrative is a griot’s account of inter- ethnic history of the Luo and their neighbours, the Kalenjin and the kisiis, and the inevitable competing tribal consciousness .The politically instigated tribal wars of the 1990s in Kenya is immortalized in this postcolonial Kenyan narrative by a relatively young novelist”. - Mahat Hassan, Kenyan Literary Critic.
The Dreamer
Imali Abala’s The Dreamer is a book-length poem; a poetic novella, an unrelenting meditation upon the abuse of women that centres upon the unfortunate path of the dreamer. En route, the links between madness and dreams are explored, a mythical explanation for inheritable insanities, the devastating impacts of culture change and social fragmentation, and the breathlessness of having a tight fist of possibilities and a palette of advisors who all turn the dreamer away, or inward, with no path found for her self-expressive flourishing in the world.
What Others Say
Touching upon historic and contemporary challenges, this work calls upon all who are in contact with girls and women, in any capacity, to open the world and make room, to clear a space for upcoming generations, on a path strewn with good guidance and marked by the freedom to explore, to walk along a path made solid with life-affirmations.” - Joanne Arnott, Canada, author of A Night for the Lady, Mother Time, Wiles of Girlhood, and Breasting the Waves: On Writing & Healing.
“Imali Abala’s The Dreamer is a must read for those seeking to understand female condition in post-colonial Africa. … What stands out in this story is that women have choices in redefining and repackaging their image in a male dominated world.” - Iddah Aoko Otieno, Editor of East African Anthology of Short Stories.
Moody Mood and Courage the Friend
Moody Mood and Jumbo the bully
Moody Mood has done it again! Happy to be back in school after the holidays, Moody Mood runs into an unsettling scene when he sees Jumba, the bully, threatening a smaller boy.
Moody Mood springs into action in the boy’s defense. Without the physical might of Jumba, would Moody’s courage under fire save the day?