List Of Books You Need To Read
When I was younger, reading books always got me in trouble. I annoyed everyone, parents, teachers, friends with my reading habits. I could pick up a book and read anywhere. In class, in the kitchen when im supposed to be cooking, in the toilet, in public, anywhere.
So it's no surprise I'm a huge bookworm
and I will always be.
I've been thinking of making this post for a while now, but I was so overwhelmed, because there are so many amazing books to choose from. So I decided to take it one genre at a time, because I've read good books in every single genre, and it'd be cruel of me to cram every one of them in one post, so I will be making more than one book recommendation post.
1. Children Of Blood And Bone by Tomi Adeyemi.
Considering this is Tomi's debut novel, she has done a great job in worldbuilding. It is rare to see fantasy stories based on African culture and mythology, and that is why Tomi's Yoruba inspired work is greatly appreciated by Africans. It follows the story of Zélie Adebola who embarks on a journey to bring magic back to her country, Orïsha. The book also addresses issues like colorism, decolonization, sexism, assimilation and others.
It is a great read, especially for those of us who love fantasy.
The book is the first part of a book trilogy.
2. Women Who Run With the Wolves: Myths and Stories of The Wild Woman Archetype by Clarissa Pinkola Estés
I wish I could give this book to everything woman I know. It's a life-changing, liberating read. It is a Holy Grail for feminine empowerment, an invitation to the club of Wild Women.
3. Things Fall Apart by Chinua Achebe.
This is a timeless Nigeria classic by the Late Achebe. It explores the precolonial Nigeria, the customs and traditions, and the effect of the arrival of Europeans. It is an enlightening read, especially for Africans in diaspora who are interested in African history and culture
3. Purple Hibiscus by Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie
This book is about the life of Kambili and her brother Jaja and the influence of their violent, abusive father who is a religious zealot and subjected them to both physical and psychological cruelty.
4. Love Letters To The Dead by Ava Delleira
This book is particularly heart-wrenching and may not be easy to read sometimes. It is about a girl, Laurel and the series of letters she writes. Laurel has just lost a sister, May, and is still grieving. The book dives into the woes of grief and raw human emotions. It's a worthwhile read.
5. The Hate You Give by Angie Thomas
Although the movie adaptation is almost out, you have to read the book itself. It's a story about how a girl's life, Starr changes when her childhood friend is killed by the police. It addresses issues like racism, police brutality etc. It is a brilliant, heartwrenching story
6. What A Time To Be Alone by Chidera Eggerue AKA The Slumflower
Chidera has been a powerful force of feminine energy on social media. She has spoken up on colorism, feminism, body positivity, racism, and most of all, the importance of women being themselves, and loving themselves unapologetically. She is also behind the inspiring #saggyboobsmatter movement. In What A Time To Be Alone, she tackles a lot of misconceptions about relationships and womanhood. She talks about celebrating individuality, learning how to celebrate and appreciate YOU.
7. Milk And Honey by Rupi Kaur
This book is a collection of beautifully written poems about, love, abuse, violence, femininity. This book is worth penny
8. The Fire Next Time by James Baldwin
James Baldwin will always remain one of my favorite authors. The Fire Next Time is written in the form of letters, with two parts. It explores the dynamics of race and religion in American History.
9. The Misadventures Of Awkward Black Girl by Issa Rae
Issa humorously recounts and reflects on her experiences as a black girl. She talks on a lot of issues from dating, cybersex to the natural hair movement. It is a hilarious take on the experiences of an introverted, black girl
10. The Famished Road by Ben Okri
Ben Okri doesn't shy away from traditional mythology and religion in this fascinating story. It tells the story of a spirit child or abiku and his travails with spirits.
A little piece of advice; read books before they turn to movies. I'm a movie junkie myself, but i always make sure I read the books first before going to see the movie adaptation.
That's all for now. Bye!
So it's no surprise I'm a huge bookworm
and I will always be.
I've been thinking of making this post for a while now, but I was so overwhelmed, because there are so many amazing books to choose from. So I decided to take it one genre at a time, because I've read good books in every single genre, and it'd be cruel of me to cram every one of them in one post, so I will be making more than one book recommendation post.
1. Children Of Blood And Bone by Tomi Adeyemi.
Considering this is Tomi's debut novel, she has done a great job in worldbuilding. It is rare to see fantasy stories based on African culture and mythology, and that is why Tomi's Yoruba inspired work is greatly appreciated by Africans. It follows the story of Zélie Adebola who embarks on a journey to bring magic back to her country, Orïsha. The book also addresses issues like colorism, decolonization, sexism, assimilation and others.
It is a great read, especially for those of us who love fantasy.
The book is the first part of a book trilogy.
2. Women Who Run With the Wolves: Myths and Stories of The Wild Woman Archetype by Clarissa Pinkola Estés
I wish I could give this book to everything woman I know. It's a life-changing, liberating read. It is a Holy Grail for feminine empowerment, an invitation to the club of Wild Women.
3. Things Fall Apart by Chinua Achebe.
This is a timeless Nigeria classic by the Late Achebe. It explores the precolonial Nigeria, the customs and traditions, and the effect of the arrival of Europeans. It is an enlightening read, especially for Africans in diaspora who are interested in African history and culture
3. Purple Hibiscus by Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie
This book is about the life of Kambili and her brother Jaja and the influence of their violent, abusive father who is a religious zealot and subjected them to both physical and psychological cruelty.
4. Love Letters To The Dead by Ava Delleira
This book is particularly heart-wrenching and may not be easy to read sometimes. It is about a girl, Laurel and the series of letters she writes. Laurel has just lost a sister, May, and is still grieving. The book dives into the woes of grief and raw human emotions. It's a worthwhile read.
5. The Hate You Give by Angie Thomas
Although the movie adaptation is almost out, you have to read the book itself. It's a story about how a girl's life, Starr changes when her childhood friend is killed by the police. It addresses issues like racism, police brutality etc. It is a brilliant, heartwrenching story
6. What A Time To Be Alone by Chidera Eggerue AKA The Slumflower
Chidera has been a powerful force of feminine energy on social media. She has spoken up on colorism, feminism, body positivity, racism, and most of all, the importance of women being themselves, and loving themselves unapologetically. She is also behind the inspiring #saggyboobsmatter movement. In What A Time To Be Alone, she tackles a lot of misconceptions about relationships and womanhood. She talks about celebrating individuality, learning how to celebrate and appreciate YOU.
7. Milk And Honey by Rupi Kaur
This book is a collection of beautifully written poems about, love, abuse, violence, femininity. This book is worth penny
8. The Fire Next Time by James Baldwin
James Baldwin will always remain one of my favorite authors. The Fire Next Time is written in the form of letters, with two parts. It explores the dynamics of race and religion in American History.
9. The Misadventures Of Awkward Black Girl by Issa Rae
Issa humorously recounts and reflects on her experiences as a black girl. She talks on a lot of issues from dating, cybersex to the natural hair movement. It is a hilarious take on the experiences of an introverted, black girl
10. The Famished Road by Ben Okri
Ben Okri doesn't shy away from traditional mythology and religion in this fascinating story. It tells the story of a spirit child or abiku and his travails with spirits.
A little piece of advice; read books before they turn to movies. I'm a movie junkie myself, but i always make sure I read the books first before going to see the movie adaptation.
That's all for now. Bye!
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