My Blueberry Dreams is a short story that evokes modern day societal living and all the existential crisis that emerge clouding what is right before our eyes. Brilliantly delivered by Victor Daniels , a lawyer and screenwriter based in Abuja, Nigeria. The author manages to capture our readers in a way they form strong opinions on the main characters and the events that occur around them. A definite hit!!!
Join us as we review this exciting, delicious work of magic by Izuchukwu Onyedibiemma Udokwu, a writer , fashion and Interior Designer based in Nigeria. It brings to life three characters intertwined in Lagos leading to the end of a marriage and family ; and what maybe a new life for all three.
The short story forms part of a large collective of African short stories,essays , poetry ,photography among many others accessible on the Lolwe web page .See link below for more incredible creative works :
https://lolwe.org/
We are back with Season Three!!!
Excited to kick off the season with a hot spicy topic; SEX .Well not sex exclusively but rather the experience of one character Nura ,based on Nana Darkoa Sekyiamah's collection of stories titled The Sex Lives of African Women. The book is a record of interviews and stories shared by African women and women of African descent on their sex experiences and how they have evolved over time. Plug in and enjoy our take of one character Nura who unapologetically shares her choices that lead to pleasure on her own terms
Our first review from the beautifully crafted collection titled ,"African Love Stories : Anthology by Ama Ata Aidoo which comprises 21 short stories by women, that span across the African continent – from Egypt to South Africa.
This first story, titled Something Old, Something New by Leila Leila Aboulela, introduces two main characters ;a young Sudanese Muslim woman and a white Muslim man from Edinburgh , and how they allow for love to grow and bind them together despite the whirlwind worlds they each come from.A definite refreshingly calming look at how the true nature of love is away from the traditional romantic, unrealistic, happily-ever-after setting that most fairy tales have.A new modern tale to love .
Attem, is our fourth story to review off of Bolu's collection of short stories collection titled Love in Colour.The story introduces us to Bolus's retelling of the native Nigerian folklore titled “Ituen and the King’s Wife,".The story set in pre-industrial, pre-colonial Africa and introduces a rich cultural backdrop where love , pleasure, strength and connection are highlighted and celebrated; a definite adventure . Enjoy:)
Through the genius creative of Alexia Arthur's in her collection of short stories encapsulated in the book How To Love A Jamaican ,we look at how children learn and unlearn love,in all its shades,tones and tints from their parents. We Eat Our Daughters brings to life the mother-daughter relationship and the role that plays in any given society in four beautifully written stories.Its a must listen.Enjoy :)
Join us as we sample our first story from the ever talented Jhumpa Lahiri and her renowed Pulitzer Prize masterpiece ,'Interpreter of Maladies.The Blessed House brings life to two characters, who are so so similar but also discover their differences as they navigate between the Indian traditions they've inherited and the baffling new world,well in this case , new house as they start their journey as newly weds.Beautifully written,enjoy!
Our first review of world renowned author, Haruki Murakami through this story that is part of his short stories collection titled Men Without Women.The story depict the character who has meticulously shielded himself from the whirlwinds often associated with love and relationships, only to find himself in the thrust in the deep end,hook line and sink!
Enjoy :)
Welcome to Season Two!
Yaaaayy!!!
Super happy to bring you more content that takes you,our audience on adventures riddled with exciting encounters , a whirlwind of emotions , diverse cultures, fantastical creations,shifting landscapes .....delivered to you through the minds and voices of two East African girls who love reading .Enjoy!!!!
Beautiful narration of how two young strangers could fall heavily in love through something as small as a crack through a shared wall. Bolu Babalola once again shines the magic of folklore into modern day love and romance.Enjoy
Cruise through our very first review of the incredible Alexia Arthurs’s bright, complex debut collection of short stories titled 'How To Love A Jamaican'.The story is rich with the colours and sounds of Jamaica and most notably love : self-love, sibling love,a mother's love , romantic love.Enjoy and let us know what you think in the comments . Reach out to us on the socials @ChosandSherry on IG , Twitter and Gmail.
Osun , is our second review of Bolu's collection of short stories collection titled Love in Colour.A magical masterpiece that depicts connection in young love.
Enjoy our first review from Bolu Babaloas short stories collection titled Love in Colour .Scheherazade is the second story in the book that uniquely ties the mythical tale to present day living giving an interesting outlook on love and romance in modern society.
Thrilling short story on the linkages that transcend generation to generation with current themes on values , gender violence and family dynamics. Another masterpiece by the brilliant Lesley Nneka.
A short story by the brilliant Lesley Nneka . Describe a young woman's struggle to find her self amidst a deep seated guilt .Incorporating a uniquely African style to describe death and the power of second chances.
Deep dive into this poignant tale of loss and family
A take on post independence Tanzania and life thereafter for a young woman caught up in love
A dive into this delightful portrayal of modern day Kigali and the relationships brewed within.
A lively review of Chimamanda's short story The arrangers of marriage
A lively discussion on Shells by Lesley Nneka
