Year: 2023
Is Book Piracy Bad?
There are editors, agents, artists, and printers to be paid, and every node in the entire physical book supply chain is connected by money.
The Shadow Casket (The Darkwater Legacy #2) by Chris Woodling
The book reserves the best for the last, and there’s betrayal, moral dilemma, and a teensy-weensy bit of romance tucked in between the pages.
Lessons in Chemistry by Bonnie Garmus
I’ll be singing the praises of Lessons in Chemistry for a while. It made me laugh, not smile, but laugh out loud in public places.
Book Review: Small by Small by Ike Anya
You know just how satisfying eating a bowl of your favorite meal is? Small by Small is exactly like that, leaving you quite content.
Apocalypse Movie Starter Pack: My Friends Edition
Since I’ve always loved apocalyptic movies, I’ve often wondered which tropes me and my friends would fall under if we found ourselves in an apocalypse-type situation
The Catcher in the Rye by J.D Salinger
Only a psychologist who has done an in-depth study on human beings could write such a masterpiece of a book.
Bloodsworn Saga (#1- 2) by John Gwynne
Both books were the highlight of my reading list for 2021 and 2022. I find myself eagerly anticipating the final installment while also dreading it.
The Three of Us by Ore Agbaje-Wiliams
The book revolves around 3 people: a husband, his wife, and her best friend. It’s told from all 3 aspects, and the whole plot is set in one day.
The House of Shells by Efua Traoré
The element of the family plays a significant role in shaping the experiences and growth of the main character, Kuki.
One Chance Dance by Efua Traoré
One Chance Dance is such an inspiring and heartfelt book! Sometimes, we forget what it means to dream and not let anyone or anything get in the way of those dreams…
Things Fall Apart by Chinua Achebe
I was impressed at the simplicity of the language used in Things Fall Apart, as it made it easy to read. I also loved the Igbo words and phrases used in the book.
Movie Review: The Black Book
The Black Book was a huge success. More importantly, it heralds an enviable future for the Nigerian film industry.
Someday, Maybe by Onyi Nwabineli
Someday, Maybe is a book I would love to re-read, and I recommend it to whoever can handle its heavy content.
The Usurper’s Dream (A Weaving of The First Gods #) by Yeayi Kobina
Yeayi Kobina’s storytelling is top-notch, and The Usurper’s Dream is just the beginning of what promises to be an outstanding series.
Movie Review: Gran Turismo
If you haven’t seen Gran Turismo, I’d recommend it to fans of the GT PlayStation game or action-seeking moviegoers.
Vagabonds! by Eloghosa Osunde
Vagabonds is a beautiful kind of weird book that immerses you in the lives of people who defy societal norms and live above the law.
Manchester Happened by Jennifer Nansubuga Makumbi
After I read A Girl Is a Body of Water, I knew I had to read all the other books authored by her, and I sure wasn’t disappointed.
His Only Wife by Peace Adze Medie
His Only Wife is Peace Adzo Medie’s debut novel, and she absolutely nailed it! The story is about Afi Tekple, who is about to get married to someone she has never met.