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Hi! Kedu ka i mere! I’m Joy, a 26-year-old Nigerian-American literati with a B.A. & M.A. in English Language and Literature. I’ve always had a passion for reading, writing, and research. As a Louisiana native, my interests encompass all facets of the Black/African experience. Feel free to look around and read what speaks to you, leave a comment, share a post with your mutuals, contact me even. Connect with me on my various socials below, too. I’m excited to be your new blogger bestie!
Tag: fiction
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Read, Rinse, Repeat: Bemused by Farrah Rochon
6–9 minutesLet’s rewind to the Muses—five sisters who sang Hercules into legend and now rise again in Farrah Rochon’s Bemused. This Greek mythology retelling fuses Disney nostalgia, Black girl magic, and divine sisterhood, reminding us that unity isn’t weakness. It’s the truest form of power.
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Read, Rinse, Repeat: Almost There by Farrah Rochon
4–6 minutesWhat if Princess Tiana’s dream came true—but at a devastating cost? Farrah Rochon’s Almost There: A Twisted Tale reimagines the story of Disney’s only Black princess, navigating magic, grief, and resilience through the misty streets of New Orleans. Step into this haunting retelling where Tiana’s choices blur the line between dreams and darkness.
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Read, Rinse, Repeat: The Parlour Wife by Foluso Agbaje
5–8 minutesFoluso Agbaje, a British-Nigerian author, explores themes of culture, identity, and feminism in her debut novel, The Parlour Wife. Set in 1940s Lagos, the story follows Kehinde, a young woman facing societal challenges amid World War II. Through her journey, themes of resistance and the complexity of womanhood emerge, emphasizing empowerment and choice.
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Read, Rinse, Repeat: Cinderella is Dead by Kalynn Bayron
3–5 minutesKalynn Bayron, an acclaimed author known for her fantasy novels like Cinderella Is Dead, blends captivating plots with social justice themes. Her debut novel features a queer Black protagonist challenging misogynistic norms in a fairy-tale world. Bayron’s work has opened doors to Black-fantasy literature, making significant waves in contemporary feminist discourse.
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Read, Rinse, Repeat is a new book review series sharing insightful critiques of compelling reads. The first review focuses on Damilare Kuku’s debut collection, Nearly All The Men in Lagos Are Mad, which humorously explores women’s dating experiences through relatable narratives. It’s a recommended read for those seeking engaging, romantic stories.
