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  • Few genres invite readers to confront the unknown quite like science fiction and horror. In this conversation, Sochi Azuh sits down with author Mandie Dufour to explore the creative journey behind Devour, her debut novel. Together, they discuss worldbuilding, character-driven storytelling, folklore, Norse-inspired spirituality, intuition in the writing process, and how speculative fiction creates space to examine fear, resilience, and what it means to be human. Whether you're an aspiring writer or a reader of imaginative fiction, this conversation offers an engaging look into the craft of storytelling and the ideas that shape memorable narratives. Listen on Spotify: [Insert Spotify Link] Lead with storytelling Mandie Dafour

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Every summer I look forward to the Big Brothers Bi Every summer I look forward to the Big Brothers Big Sisters of Saint John Big Book Sale this year.

Sharing my book haul from this Sale is also something I look forward to. Here they are:
📖 Lexicon - Max Barry
📖 Wizardborn (Vol 3. Runelords) - David Farland
📖 We Need New Names - NoViolet Bulawayo
📖 Kill and Tell - William X. Kienzle
📖 Seven Surrenders - Ada Palmer
📖 Scales of Gold —Dorothy Dunnett

It helps to have company as well. Do you go to Sales with any expectations or you just wing it, looking to be surprised? I don’t think my budget likes surprises🤣🤣.
I read books as a child, and not only because my m I read books as a child, and not only because my mother made me. After we walked through the Queen Prima, she started me on books that invited me into worlds—story worlds full of magic, mystery, and wonder—and instilled in me a great sense of justice.

Here is my list of these books:
Eze Goes to School - Nzekwu Onuora , Michael Crowder 
Chike and the River - Chinua Achebe
Ifeanyi and Obi - Charitas Otunyelu
Famous Five - Enid Blyton
Passport of Mallon Ilia - Cyprian Ekwensi
My Fathers Daughter - Mabel Segun

Which books were your favourite? Let me know in the comments.
One quotation cited by Dr. Edoro captures the spir One quotation cited by Dr. Edoro captures the spirit of the book: 

“The Palm-Wine Drinkard is a book that teaches us how to love the forest, as opposed to other texts that showed why we should fear the forest. ... The forest also teaches us how to love the world.”

I found the book refreshing, insightful, intelligent, challenging, and above all informative.

It deepened my appreciation of African literature by providing another way to understand setting and to appreciate the cultural philosophy and literary achievements of African writers.

It is an excellent resource for readers seeking richer intertextual insights into African fiction.

Full review on my blog. Https://sochiazuh.com/
One of the joys of being a reader is sharing that One of the joys of being a reader is sharing that excitement with my kids who are naturally curious.

When my Illumicrate special edition of @mhayinde ‘s Invoker Trilogy arrived, I thought it would be fun to let the kids take over the unboxing. Well, they asked to do it. Their excitement, curiosity, and wonderfully honest reactions reminded me that books don’t just tell stories but also spark conversations.

It’s also a small glimpse behind the scenes of creating book content. From opening beautifully designed editions to filming, reviewing, and sharing what I read, every video begins with moments like these.

Who knows? Maybe one day they’ll be recommending books to me.

Have you ever shared your love of reading with a child? I’d love to hear about it in the comments.

#Bookstagram #Illumicrate #InvokerTrilogy #MHAyinde #FantasyBooks BookUnboxing ReadersOfInstagram ReadingLife BookContentCreator WhyStoriesMatter

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