Nnedi Okorafor est une auteure nigériane-américaine célébrée pour ses contributions distinctives à l'Africanfuturisme et à l'Africanjujuism. Son œuvre mêle avec brio des éléments spéculatifs à de profondes explorations de la culture et de l'identité africaines. Okorafor repousse constamment les limites narratives, abordant des thèmes tels que la technologie, la magie et la résilience dans un paysage postcolonial. Sa voix unique et sa perspective perspicace en font une force vitale et captivante de la littérature contemporaine de science-fiction et de fantasy.
Sunny est une jeune albinos de 12 ans qui se sent partagée entre ses origines nigérianes et la culture américaine dans laquelle elle a baigné toute son enfance. De retour dans son pays natal, elle tente de trouver sa place mais l'anomalie génétique dont elle souffre et son accent américain font qu'elle se sent exclue.
Set in a vividly imagined world, this novel explores themes of resilience and identity through the journey of its compelling protagonist. As they navigate personal and societal challenges, the story delves into the complexities of human relationships and the struggle for self-acceptance. Richly drawn characters and a captivating plot keep readers engaged, while the author's lyrical prose adds depth to the emotional landscape. This compelling narrative promises to resonate with anyone seeking inspiration and connection in their own life journey.
A year ago, Sunny Nwazue, an American-born girl Nigerian girl, was inducted into the secret Leopard Society. As she began to develop her magical powers, Sunny learned that she had been chosen to lead a dangerous mission to avert an apocalypse, brought about by the terrifying masquerade, Ekwensu. Now, stronger, feistier, and a bit older, Sunny is studying with her mentor Sugar Cream and struggling to unlock the secrets in her strange Nsibidi book. Eventually, Sunny knows she must confront her destiny. With the support of her Leopard Society friends, Orlu, Chichi, and Sasha, and of her spirit face, Anyanwu, she will travel through worlds both visible and invisible to the mysteries town of Osisi, where she will fight a climactic battle to save humanity. Much-honored Nnedi Okorafor, winner of the Hugo, Nebula, and World Fantasy awards, merges today’s Nigeria with a unique world she creates. Akata Warrior blends mythology, fantasy, history and magic into a compelling tale that will keep readers spellbound.
An NPR BEST BOOK OF THE YEAR An AMAZON BEST CHILDREN'S BOOK OF 2020 Nnedi Okorafor's acclaimed first novel for middle grade readers introduces a boy who can access super powers with the help of the magical Ikenga. Nnamdi's father was a good chief of police, perhaps the best Kalaria had ever had. He was determined to root out the criminals that had invaded the town. But then he was murdered, and most people believed the Chief of Chiefs, most powerful of the criminals, was responsible. Nnamdi has vowed to avenge his father, but he wonders what a twelve-year-old boy can do. Until a mysterious nighttime meeting, the gift of a magical object that enables super powers, and a charge to use those powers for good changes his life forever. How can he fulfill his mission? How will he learn to control his newfound powers? Award-winning Nnedi Okorafor, acclaimed for her Akata novels, introduces a new and engaging hero in her first novel for middle grade readers set against a richly textured background of contemporary Nigeria.
Akata Woman is the New York Times bestselling third book in the series that started with Akata Witch, named one of Time magazine's "100 Best Fantasy Books of All Time" and "100 Best YA Books of All Time," from award-winning author Nnedi Okorafor. "In this series, Okorafor creates a stunningly original world of African magic that draws on Nigerian folk beliefs and rituals instead of relying on the predictable tropes of Western fantasy novels." —Time magazine From the moment Sunny Nwazue discovered she had mystical energy flowing in her blood, she sought to understand and control her powers. Throughout her adventures in Akata Witch and Akata Warrior, she had to navigate the balance between nearly everything in her life—America and Nigeria, the "normal" world and the one infused with juju, human and spirit, good daughter and powerful Leopard Person. Now, those hard lessons and abilities are put to the test in a quest so dangerous and fantastical, it would be madness to go...but may destroy the world if she does not. With the help of her friends, Sunny embarks on a mission to find a precious object hidden deep in an otherworldly realm. Defeating the guardians of the prize will take more from Sunny than she has to give, and triumph will mean she will be forever changed.
Preorder now to secure the stunning DELUXE LIMITED EDITION, featuring a unique alternate cover, beautiful sprayed edges, and exclusive endpapers—available only in a limited first print run. This exhilarating tale by bestselling author Nnedi Okorafor follows a disabled Nigerian American woman who writes a successful Sci-Fi novel. As her fame escalates, she finds herself losing control of her narrative in a poignant exploration of art, love, identity, and humanity. Zelu, feeling like an outcast in her Nigerian family, faces a turning point when she is fired from her university job during her sister's extravagant wedding and experiences yet another rejection from a publisher. In response, she decides to write for herself, producing a far-future epic titled Rusted Robots, where androids and AI battle in the remnants of human civilization. Sharing her unconventional novel thrusts Zelu into literary stardom, but it also threatens to undermine her original vision. Spanning from Chicago to Lagos and beyond, Zelu's journey intertwines with her creation, blurring the lines between author and narrative. This metafictional masterpiece combines sharp commentary with heartfelt storytelling, offering a funny, poignant, and thought-provoking tale about a woman risking everything to be heard and the transformative power of storytelling.
Following her journey from star athlete to sudden paralysis to creative awakening, acclaimed sci-fi writer Nnedi Okorafor reveals that what we perceive as limitations have the potential to become our greatest strengths, and that creativity often springs from the broken places.
"Binti, a young Himba girl with the chance of a lifetime: to attend the prestigious Oomza University. Despite her family's concerns, Binti's talent for mathematics and her aptitude with astrolabes make her a prime candidate to undertake this interstellar journey. But everything changes when the jellyfish-like Medusae attack Binti's spaceship, leaving her the only survivor. Now, Binti must fend for herself, alone on a ship full of the beings who murdered her crew, with five days until she reaches her destination. There is more to the history of the Medusae--and their war with the Khoush--than first meets the eye. If Binti is to survive this voyage and save the inhabitants of the unsuspecting planet that houses Oomza Uni, it will take all of her knowledge and talents to broker the peace. Collected now for the first time in omnibus form." --
In West Africa in 2070, after fifteen-year-old "shadow speaker" Ejii witnesses her father's beheading, she embarks on a dangerous journey across the Sahara to find Jaa, her father's killer, and upon finding her, she also discovers a greater purpose to her life and to the mystical powers she possesses.
Exploring the rich universe established by Nnedi Okorafor, this installment of the She Who Knows trilogy continues to blend Africanfuturism with compelling narratives. The story delves into themes of identity, magic, and resilience, featuring strong characters navigating a world filled with both challenges and mystical elements. Readers are drawn into a vibrant setting that expands on the intricate lore and cultural nuances introduced in the previous book, promising an engaging continuation of the series.
