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Reading Sapiens reshaped my view of humanity’s cycles. Harari’s insights reveal how evolution and devolution repeat across history. The agricultural revolution we live t…
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Murakami’s Kafka on the Shore intertwines three generations, surreal realms, and haunting mysteries, exploring fate, resilience, and self‑discovery
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Wanjiru Koinange’s Havoc of Choice examines Kenya’s post‑election violence and the lingering effects of colonialism, corruption, and class divides. Through Kavata, Ngugi…
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Isaac Ndolo’s The Cortexide Mission explores Africa’s struggle against European domination through Kamala and Ann. Themes of war, betrayal, and cultural resilience unfol…
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Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie’s Half of a Yellow Sun recounts Biafra’s birth, war, and erasure through the lives of Olanna, Kainene, Richard, and Ugwu. Themes of war’s futili…
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The book explores how suffering, though inevitable, can be transformed into strength through meaning. Drawing on lessons from Auschwitz survivors and the philosophy of t…
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Fanon Kihu’s Africa As One (16 pages, 8 poems) critiques corruption, exploitation, and state neglect while celebrating African pride and unity. Standout piece Create A J…
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The Happy Mind by Kevin Horsley and Louis Fourie is a practical guide to cultivating happiness from within rather than chasing external validation. The authors highlight…
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Bolu Babalola’s Love in Color is a dazzling collection of retold myths and folktales from around the world. From Yoruba traditions to Greco-Roman classics, she reimagine…
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George Orwell’s 1984 is a chilling novel about totalitarianism, propaganda, and surveillance. It follows Winston Smith, a low-ranking Party member in Oceania, who secret…
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Jerry Manney’s Why We Argue and How to Stop is a practical therapist’s guide to managing disagreements and emotions. With 178 pages of interactive exercises, it explains…
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Zarina Patel: An Indomitable Spirit chronicles the life of one of Kenya’s least celebrated heroines. A historian, environmentalist, and activist, Patel fought for democr…
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Jerr Rrej’s The Wall Speaks is a provocative guide on reclaiming masculine identity and frame in modern society. Written in simple yet piercing language, it explores res…
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Adipo Sidang’s award-winning novel Koko tells the moving story of a 14-year-old boy with albinism navigating poverty, exploitation, and prejudice. Forced into begging by…
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Jaramogi Oginga Odinga’s Not Yet Uhuru is a powerful autobiography that challenges Kenya’s political history and exposes the struggles of independence. Odinga recounts h…
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Henry Okello Ayot traces the migration of the Abakunta, later known as the Luo–Abasuba, from Uganda into Kenya and Tanzania. Through conflict, assimilation, and dispersa…
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Blockchain Revolution by Don and Alex Tapscott introduces readers to blockchain technology, the foundation of cryptocurrencies like Bitcoin and Ethereum. The book explor…
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Nairobi 5453 is more than a coffee table book—it’s a modern portrait of a city that grew from a swamp in 1899 into a hub of culture, contradictions, and resilience. Comb…
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Kenya’s post-independence history is marked by promise and tragedy, embodied in leaders like Tom Mboya, Pio Gama Pinto, J.M. Kariuki, and Robert Ouko. Mboya’s brilliance…
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Charles Hornsby’s Kenya: A History Since Independence offers a penetrating account of politics, corruption, tribalism, and governance. Building on his earlier work on mu…
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Rupi Kaur’s The Sun and Her Flowers is a bestselling poetry collection exploring grief, love, empowerment, and self-discovery. Divided into five parts—wilting, falling, …
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This African poetry collection reveals powerful voices and themes of resilience, love, and identity. Each page resonates with cultural depth and emotional fire, making i…
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At first, I thought this book on Thomas Joseph Mboya was redundant, given the extensive coverage of his life. Yet, as I delved deeper into the middle and later chapters,…
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Prof. Anyang’ Nyong’o’s book critiques Kenya’s presidential system, arguing it fosters exclusivity and instability. Drawing from essays and political reflections, he adv…
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Mildred Ngesa’s Black Tipped Nipples is a bold, 56-page poetry collection weaving themes of love, heartbreak, racism, and self-discovery. With pro-feminine and pro-human…
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Trevor Noah’s Born a Crime recounts his childhood in apartheid South Africa, born to a black mother and white father. Blending humor with painful truths, Noah highlights…
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Chinua Achebe’s An Image of Africa challenges Joseph Conrad’s Heart of Darkness, exposing its racist undertones and reshaping literary debate. In The Trouble with Nigeri…
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This book offers a light, engaging journey into poetry. Written with simplicity, it avoids heavy technical terms and complex rhymes, making it accessible to beginners an…
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‘In the Seashell Hum’ a mental health play immersing you into the multi-layered world of a visual artist set to premiere on Friday May 15 at the Kenya National Theatre
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Nairobi, Then & Now by Stephen and Bhavna Mills presents 126 pages of paired photographs tracing the city’s evolution from Maasai lands to a bustling metropolis. Featuri…
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Carole Mandi’s glossy coffee table book features interviews with Kenya’s top women CEOs and industry leaders navigating Covid‑19 challenges. With a foreword by First Lad…
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Tom Young’s We Need to Talk About Africa (2018) dissects Western influence on African politics, aid dependency, and identity. Drawing parallels with John Perkins’ Confes…
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Professor Bethwell A. Ogot’s 857‑page history of Nairobi explores its transformation from railway camp to metropolis. Covering politics, governance, culture, and urban c…
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Paulo Freire’s Pedagogy of the Oppressed remains relevant today, urging societies to reclaim humanity in the face of oppression. It challenges traditional education, adv…
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Hermann Hesse’s Steppenwolf follows Harry Haller, a lonely, sickly intellectual haunted by despair and suicidal thoughts. His chance encounter with Hermine awakens him t…
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Hermann Karl Hesse, a German – Swiss poet, who lived between 2 July 1877 – 9 August 1962, wrote several novels such as Demian, Steppenwolf, Siddhartha, and The Glass Bea…
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"Retirement Planning: A Holistic Guide to a Satisfying Season" by Rose Wakiria is a practical 105-page Kenyan guide to secure, fulfilling retirement. Covering financial …
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"The Luo Girl: From Infancy to Marriage" (1955) by Simeon H. Ominde is a pioneering sociological study and former university thesis documenting traditional Luo rites of …
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"Parliament of Owls" by Adipo Sidang' is a powerful 2016 Kenyan poetry collection blending sharp political satire, pan-African critique, romance, existential musings, an…
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"Betrayal in the City" (1976) by Prof. Francis Imbuga is a landmark Kenyan political play set in fictional Kafira, critiquing post-independence corruption, oppression, b…
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"The Psychology of Money: Timeless Lessons on Wealth, Greed, and Happiness" by Morgan Housel (2020) is a bestselling 256-page exploration of behavioral finance through 1…
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"What Is Christianity?: The Last Writings" by Pope Benedict XVI is a posthumous 2023 collection of 16 essays (four unpublished) offering his final reflections on core Ch…
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"Negro With a Hat: The Rise and Fall of Marcus Garvey" by Colin Grant is a balanced, engaging 2008 biography tracing Jamaican-born Garvey's journey from self-reliance to…
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"Beyond 8 to 5: Critical Lessons by a Retrenchee" by Daisy Nyaga is a concise, motivational 53-page guide drawn from her Kenya Airways retrenchment experience. It urges …
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"Away from Victory" by Zachary Oguda is a bold exposé on Kenyan football's deep-rooted corruption, mismanagement, and privilege. Chronicling Nick Mwendwa's rise at FKF, …
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Miguna Miguna's Treason: The Case Against Tyrants & Renegades delivers a raw, insider exposé of NASA's 2017 election machinery, Raila Odinga's inner circle betrayals, mo…
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Yvonne Adhiambo Owuor’s Dust is a lyrical, haunting portrait of Kenya’s silences, secrets, and traumas—mythical characters, poetic prose, and a narrative that sustains b…
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Poems
Ekoroi publishes book reviews, mystery dispatches, and poems tracking the cultural weather behind books.
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Mysteries
“Cold Stare in West Pokot” narrates a tense journey through rugged terrain, river crossings, and encounters with Pokot morans. It blends reflections on life’s emptiness …
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Mark Manson’s The Subtle Art of Not Giving a F*ck challenges conventional ideas of happiness and success. Through counterintuitive lessons, he urges readers to embrace r…
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Fred Otieno’s New Constitution, Same Old Challenges reflects on Kenya’s 2013 elections, highlighting persistent issues despite constitutional reforms. The book examines …
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Wanjiru M. Thuku’s Environmental Awakening at a Young Age is a delightful children’s book with three short stories for ages 5–13. Through Justo, Tati, and Agego, young r…
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In Madam First Lady, Lilian Ng’ang’a recounts her journey as Machakos County’s first lady, her experiences in public life, and her personal struggles. The 91-page memoir…
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Adipo Sidang’s Parliament of Owls is a sharp political allegory set in a kingdom of birds. Through owls as rulers, rebels, and activists, the play critiques democracy, c…
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Wanjiru M Thuku’s Dawn of Fortune is a captivating novel set in Ghana and Rwanda. It follows Ami, a young girl escaping forced marriage, navigating love, hope, and hards…
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This interview-style book introduces Kiraitu Murungi as an often misunderstood yet easygoing politician. It traces his journey from childhood during independence to mode…
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Book Review – Who are the Top Billionaires in Africa? How You Can Use the problems in Africa as Your Greatest Opportunity by Vincent Ogutu
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Book Review – Holy Emotions: A Collection of Love Poems by Vincent De Paul captures the myriad emotions we always have, the nitty and gritty feelings of companionships a…
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A captivating memoir of Richard Kioko Kiundi. It traces his journey from childhood struggles to adult triumphs, offering an inspiring account of resilience, growth, and …
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Transformative book that reshapes personal growth and self-awareness. Its insights challenge habits, inspire gratitude, and empower readers to operate with renewed purpo…
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This inspiring book, Sacked? So What! - Power of Hope and Action, explores resilience after job loss. It guides readers through practical steps, mindset shifts, and the …
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Samuel Olago Otieno’s Who Are You, African? confronts Africa’s deep-seated inferiority complex, exposing harmful stereotypes and excuses while offering practical solutio…
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United Nations Organisation (UN) often seems to fail even in the face of easy tasks, Rasna Warah reveals that this is by design and not accidental. In the Lord of Impuni…
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Onejikũ is an upcoming poet. Her 54-paged book is divided into two parts namely; Earth & Life and Spiritual/ Devotional.
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Jason Helmes reviews a powerful book that challenges modern approaches to children’s mental health. Despite abundant resources, anxiety and depression among kids are ris…
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Mysteries
This article examines U.S. military dominance and China’s strategic ambitions in the Indian Ocean, focusing on Diego Garcia’s pivotal role. It highlights geography, logi…
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John Perkins’ The New Confessions of an Economic Hit Man exposes modern empire-building through economic coercion, debt diplomacy, and global financial systems. It criti…
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Published in 2009, Dead Aid critiques Africa’s reliance on foreign aid, arguing it fuels poor governance. Dambisa Moyo proposes radical alternatives, urging internal rev…
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This book explores why nations prosper or struggle, emphasizing political and economic inclusivity. Using examples like Nogales, it argues that inclusive institutions dr…
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Gad Saad’s The Parasitic Mind explores how irrational ideologies spread like pathogens, eroding common sense and reason worldwide. Drawing parallels with Kenya’s challen…
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Stephen Osieyo’s book offers a concise yet captivating account of the Luo people of Kenya, tracing their spread from Sudan, Congo, Uganda, and Tanzania. It highlights cl…
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Life is like that, deal with it, start over again, many times over, Never give up. This is Vincent Ogutu's message to all.
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Be free by the renewal of your mind, Vincent Ogutu, continues to teach freedom. Motivation comes from belief, then little action. progress is never easy but achievable
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Catherine Njore introduces children to cartography through engaging books with maps, pictorials, and pullouts. Her work fosters spatial thinking, environmental awareness…
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Catherine Njore’s Mappy Maria: Plant Trees simplifies cartography for young readers while inspiring environmental conservation. Aimed at children under 15, the book uses…
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Silas Nyanchwani’s Birthday Break Up vividly portrays Nairobi’s complex city life, weaving tales of hustle, fake relationships, ambition, and unexpected twists. His stor…
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Rotten Apples by Oumah Otienoh is a witty, fast‑paced play exposing corruption in Nadabi’s literary scene. Sharp humour, scandal, and solidarity make it a refreshing sta…
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Book has a couple of short stories meant to open one's eyes to the goings-on in a big city. Engaging read. Alex Nderitu is an award winning author
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Disco Matanga explores the cultural, mundane and the bizzare in an artistic manner. The short stories are descriptive and magical.
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Echoes of Military Souls by Jerusha Kananu Marete, poetry book
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Rasna Warah Exposes impunity, corruption and lethargy at the UN. She is consistent in her messaging revealing why nothing seems to function at the International Organisa…
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Mumia Nabongo was the last King or even emperor whose reach extended in large swathes of Western Kenya and Eastern Uganda. He ruled Luos, Luhya, Maasai etc. When colonia…
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This books gives a glimpse of Kenya's Nyanza people before colonialism interrupted their lifestyle. There was slavery, wards and above all shows why modern Kenya behaves…
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You can rise from the streets to the boardroom. The power of belief and creativity makes one soar in the tough markets. Dr. Torooti Mwirigi briefly showcases that determ…
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Catherine Njore teaches kids to love the environment and nature; here, she teaches good manners. The Kenyan author loves kids
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Nyanchwani brings Nairobi to life; he describes the escapades happening in the big city as people try to balance relationships with work and also pleasure. There's no be…
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The artworks in this book transports one into the hallowed halls of beautiful words. Enter into the world of Author Eudiah Kamonjo. Eudiah Kamojo explores the confines, …
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