T.L. Huchu’s The Library of the Dead is a captivating urban fantasy set in a dystopian Edinburgh, Scotland, where the supernatural and the mundane coexist in surprising ways. The story follows Ropa Moyo, a young girl with the extraordinary ability to communicate with ghosts. As she navigates her life as a ghost talker, Ropa is…
The Ear, the Eye, and the Arm by Nancy Farmer is a thrilling and imaginative novel that seamlessly blends African mythology with science fiction, taking readers on a journey through a futuristic Zimbabwe. When the children of the country’s chief of security are kidnapped, a team of mutant detectives—known as the Ear, the Eye, and…
The Gilded Wolves by Roshani Chokshi is an enchanting fantasy novel that invites readers into a lush, historical world infused with West African and Egyptian mythology. Set in an alternate version of 19th-century Paris, the story follows Séverin Montagnet-Alarie, a wealthy treasure hunter who gathers a diverse crew of talented individuals to unravel a mysterious…
Suyi Davies Okungbowa’s David Mogo, Godhunter is an electrifying urban fantasy novel that combines African mythology with a post-apocalyptic setting. Set in a Lagos, Nigeria, where the veil between gods and humans has been shattered, the story follows David Mogo, a demigod and self-proclaimed god hunter. Hired by a powerful wizard to capture two warring…
Rena Barron’s Kingdom of Souls is a mesmerizing fantasy novel that plunges readers into a world rich with West African mythology and folklore. The story follows Arrah, a young girl born into a family of renowned witch doctors who yearns for magic of her own. In a kingdom threatened by child-snatching demons, Arrah makes the…
Nnedi Okorafor’s Who Fears Death is a deeply compelling and thought-provoking novel set in a post-apocalyptic Sudan. With its roots in African folklore, the story follows Onyesonwu, a young woman born from violence who discovers she has extraordinary magical abilities. As she embarks on a journey of self-discovery, Onyesonwu is forced to confront not only…
Nnedi Okorafor’s Akata Witch is a spellbinding and vibrant journey into a world of magic and mystery, deeply rooted in Nigerian culture and African folklore. The story centers on Sunny Nwazue, a Nigerian-American girl who, despite her albinism, discovers that she is destined to be part of the Leopard People, a group of powerful magic…
Evan Winter’s The Rage of Dragons is an explosive, heart-pounding fantasy novel that merges African mythology with an action-packed narrative of vengeance, personal growth, and societal injustice. Set in a world where caste divisions dictate every aspect of life, the story follows Tau, a young man from the lowest caste who sets out on a…
Marlon James’ Black Leopard, Red Wolf is a dark, thrilling fantasy novel that plunges readers into an African-inspired world rich with mythology, history, and unforgettable characters. The story follows Tracker, a skilled tracker known for his unique ability to find anything or anyone, as he embarks on a mission to find a mysterious boy who…
Children of Blood and Bone by Tomi Adeyemi transports readers into the rich and vibrant world of Orïsha, a kingdom inspired by West African culture and Yoruba mythology. The story follows Zélie Adebola, a young girl whose life is torn apart when the ruthless king destroys magic and murders the maji, including her mother. Driven…