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The Honourables by Brian Mbanacho
After losing her first pregnancy, then her second, then her third, Agnes decides to quit trying and joins politics in a show of defiance. Her husband, Juma, is not amused, but nothing is going to stop her, not even the risk of losing her marriage.
The political waters are already muddled by the hatred simmering between the Women Rep, Dorothy, and Member of Parliament, Obwana, and Agnes will find out soon enough that this could work for or against her.
The Honourables is the story of distinguished members of the society clamoring for respect, power and revenge. No line is too sacred to cross and no heart too precious to break. But there can only be one outcome.
Beyond the Heart by Frank Mathew
Seeing Our Sisters: Anthology by Muni...
Risking it all by Anna-Maria Mwachinga
Risking it all is a heart warming, contemporary love story between a man and a woman contemplating a life together. It is also a solemn exploration of the ageless love story between God and people. Can the two converge in the unfolding crisis between Abigail and Simon?
Set in a Kenyan urban context this upbeat novel explores universal present-day predicaments plaguing romantic relationships in light of the myriad of moral issues that confront young believers in the 21st Century. The author masterfully tackles the foundational themes of salvation, Christian courtship and marriage, wholesome family dynamics, dignified human interaction and more, all flavoured with a positive exposition of the gospel and issues of faith.
Tell me Where You’ve Been
Arthur Dobrin’s Tell Me Where You Have Been adds to diverse voices in postcolonial migration and identity politics. It offers the reader a chance to reflect on the merits, demerits and consequences, thereof, of such immigration relative to the dynamics in host nations. What is the balance one should maintain between one’s identity and the new networks that are essential for one’s success in the host nation or community? What is the place of lived experiences and how do those shape success for the immigrant? How do these lived experiences intermingle and shape the immigrant’s trajectory in the foreign nation?
What others say
“I thought [the writing] was somewhat, “genius” at times. It is a style comparable to jazz music, characterized by improvising, syncopated rhythms with a strong emphasis on individual expressions and virtuosity.” — Eric Byas
“I was in suspense by the way the author toggled from the present to the past. the blending of historical events and characters, which at times caused me to forget this was fiction. This was a riveting page-turner with plot twists that kept me reading until the end.” — Vasco Figueira
“Tell Me Where You’ve Been is a powerful reflection on how people treat music, literature and especially people. I enjoyed it greatly.” — Brian Benavides
“The uniqueness of this book lies in Dobrin’s extension of Bhabha’s theory of onward migration and contemporary challenges among minorities living in host nations such as the United States of America.” — Dr. Andrew Nyongesa, Literature Scholar
The Village Pariah by Imali J. Abala
The Village Pariah, narrated in verse, dramatizes the story of Rosie Kasovo, a beautiful and lonely woman from Ngoroke village. Abandoned by her husband shortly after their marriage when he secures a job in the city, her striking beauty unwittingly becomes her double-edged sword, inviting relentless scrutiny from the people of Ngoroke. Every action she takes falls under their watchful gaze. Despite her sincere efforts to contribute positively to the common good of the community, her deeds are met with skepticism. As the accusations and betrayal against her mount, one question remains: will Rosie be able to emerge from this ordeal unscathed, or will she crumble under the weight of her village’s judgment?
What Others Say
The Village Pariah is a remarkable book illustrating how beauty was once believed to guarantee happiness and a seamless life, yet for Rosie, a Logooli woman, it has become a barrier, a pariah wall, isolating her from the community. Strangely, the fate of the entire village appears intertwined with hers, their destinies woven into the fabric of their relentless gossip. Into this tangled web steps Eliab, a man lacking noble standing but propelled by the villagers’ whispered truths, determined to confront her. If his impulsive action can mend their afflictions, both tangible and perceived and liberate the unfortunate souls ensnared by her charm, then so be it. - Alfred Nyagaka Nyamwange, English/Literature Teacher and Deputy Principal at Bon’gota Secondary School.
The Allure of the Forbidden by Reagan
From a peasant village boy to a renowned businessman, Justin is at the peak of his life and his family is top of his priorities. But who can understand the heart's treachery? Justin is unfulfilled in his marriage. En vogue, and adorning the latest trends, he looks young and longs for passion, while his wife Katelyn is old-fashioned. It takes infidelity with Gisela for him to realize the loneliness of lust and the happiness of true love from his wife. Katelyn discovers a bitter truth, a woman's inner beauty runs supreme, but this can be unappreciated without the outer beauty to accentuate it. Gisela is entrapped illogically because of her true feelings.
SINS OF OUR FATHERS by Brendah Nashil...
Of Musical Affairs by Mwangi Nyambura
Of Musical Affairs is the debut collection of Mwangi Nyambura. The Kenyan author has set out to captivate you with this witty, concise and perfect display of lyrical prose in this beautiful collection.
From A Man Scorned to the eponymous Of Musical Affairs the author proves undoubtedly that a blend of music and fiction can never go wrong. The collection is a lyrical painting of life and the darker side of love and attraction. If imagination makes the writer, Mwangi certainly has much of it on display in this collection.
A perfect synergy of music, fiction and men scorned by love, the collection promises you stories that will leave you wishing to be at a concert in Kenya or desiring even more stories from the author.
Echoes of Valor by Dennis Mukolwe
"Explore the heart of the battlefield with 'Echoes of Valor,' where tales of bravery and sacrifice intertwine to showcase unparalleled heroism. Through gripping accounts of soldiers confronting danger and triumphing, the book captures raw emotions and indomitable spirit. These narratives go beyond war, delving into resilience, determination, and the pursuit of freedom and justice. Despite harsh realities like human trafficking and terrorism, hope emerges for a peaceful future. Readers are urged to find their inner hero and inspire change. Together, let's embrace a new era of unity and resilience."
Rejected and Blessed by Anderea Morara
Rejected & Blessed is Anderea Morara’s second novel. His first novel, The Sting, has been adopted by many secondary schools as a crucial reader. Rejected & Blessed is set in East Africa, but cast in a global context with the primary purpose of highlighting the human aspects of the continuous cultural transformation from the pre-colonial, colonial and post-colonial eras as well as the global political economy. The novel tells the dramatic and traumatic love story in which the clash of cultures in the context of rapid social change, makes it awfuly difficult to determine right from wrong.
This book gives a glimpse of how this transition affected and is affecting, communities in the region and the resultant coping strategies as well as the effects of the associated coping mechanisms, especially in the realm of love, marriage and child-rearing. On the global scene, the subtle dynamics of economic hegemony, foreign aid, brain drain, racism and cultural dialectics are glossed on.
The Legend of Beach House by Peter Ng...
The Legend of Beach House revolves around the March 8 2014 mysterious disappearance of Malaysian Airlines Flight MH370. On a Friday in the year 2040, the ageless Angel of Dreams presents to us a pair of orphaned triplets – Francis Kaloki Otieno, Francisca Mbatha Otieno and Moses Kalewa Otieno. The Angel of Dreams narrates a mind-blowing tale of the triplets and other misfits determined to discover what really happened to Flight MH370. High on nightmares from a strange kind of fish, the misfits discover that they are destined to prove the existence of other worlds. To prove Plato’s theory that humans exist in different forms and are born on Earth without memories, and then they spend all their lives trying to discover their past lives in other worlds.
Troubled Sunsets by Tiwaine Ole Nchoko
The Weight of Black Tongues and Other...
“The Weight of Black Tongues is an anthology of over half a dozen original short stories by an emerging star of new Kenyan literature, Bonface Nyamweya. This debut collection is both startling and gripping – envision it as a ride on the tail of a shooting star, zooming through Kenya’s night skies, each twinkle representing a unique story. As a dynamic figure in post-COVID-19 literary circles, whom I have had the honour of mentoring, Nyamweya showcases the depth and scope of storytelling in Kenya, transitioning from unusual novels and sartorial poetry to making his mark in short story fiction. From the enigmatic Whose Title Died to the riveting Waiting for Mama, each title in this new book invites readers into a world of mystery and profound reflection, solidifying Nyamweya as a rising force in African literature in the wake of the fin de siècle.
Ngiri Mganga by Emmanuel kariuki
Mucii ni Mucii
Mucii ni Mucii , written in Gikuyu one of Kenya's indigenous languages, is a moving story of a peasant girl who defies odds in her childhood to become one of the most prosperous people in the country. Starting in a background of biting poverty and an abusive father, Wahito drops out of school after her primary education and gets a low paying job after another.
Meanwhile, evil clouds are hanging over her horizons. In her youthful naïveté, she lets of the man who truly loves her and falls into the old trap of being lured by a "use and dump" type who has loads of cash to spend. In the most confused phase, her young life takes a downturn after that; and she moves from one crisis to another, including being orphaned while still a single mother.
But fate has other plans for her. She ends up with the man who was destined to be her soul mate. Together, they traverse a terrain full of many risks and barriers to realize the dreams of their lives. Through providence or destiny, it seems Wahito's life is forever intertwined with those of her girl friends. The story has a gripping climax with a lot of the unexpected happening.
In the end, all (of almost all) the pieces of Wahitos' chequered life fall into place and she seems to lead an exciting, happy prosperous life. But then, one never knows what happens next in Wahito's life.
Nairobbery and other stories by Sylve...
Wisdom Shall Die With You by Daudi Ju...
Eduardo Kariuki is conceived and born out of wedlock in Kenya. His German
mother leaves the child with a foster mother.
Whether the youngster will merely survive or thrive will depend on his desire to
conquer the fears and doubts he faces, as a boy and then as a young man.
Kariuki’s search for meaning in life takes him from Nairobi to Frankfurt, then to
Freiburg im Breisgau and Habkern, Switzerland. He is back in Kenya in no time at all.
But there is something still missing in his life. There is one more hurdle he must assail.
Wisdom Shall Die With You is a coming-of-age narrative that seamlessly weaves
laugh-out-loud episodes of youthful exuberance and a touching love story with horror
and heart-rending tragedy. It is a classic tale of the ages that will remain with you long
after you have turned the last page.
“Stunning narrative voice in this bitter-sweet journey of a young man seeking his mother,
identity, and meaning in the world. Eduardo takes the reader from Africa to Europe, in to heartache
and out the other side. This was a stunning read. Highly recommend to anyone looking for an
authentic tell cased in lovely writing.” Chloe Holiday, Amazon reviewer.
Snippet on leadership: Pg 120:
"Kariuki had once come across a picture story some-
where, depicting some of the challenges of leadership.
A person on a raised podium addressed a group of
people.
“Who wants change?” the fellow asked.
Every one of his listeners promptly raised his hand.
“Who wants to change?”
Here the speaker encountered a minor crisis. Not a single
person raised their hand. Everyone looked at their shoes.
But that was nothing, considering what happened when he
asked his next question.
“Who wants to lead the change?”
The crowd of people dissolved into thin air, leaving the guy
on the podium alone. Every one of the gathered people peeled
away as fast as they could, unable to deal with the possibility,
or probability, that they could orchestrate a process of change.
Kariuki wondered what aspect of the leadership equation was
so scary that it could melt away a mammoth crowd in seconds.
What was it with leadership?"
