AND THE WINNER IS...

FIRST PLACE

NNEOMA EDEH

SECOND PLACE

JESUTOMISIN IPINMOYE

THIRD PLACE

MICHELLE IRUOBE

BUSHA SPECIAL CATEGORY PRIZE

OKOH ANGEL AMAKA

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NIGHTBLOOM

Peace Adzo Medie

A poignant exploration of female friendship set in Ghana and the United States. Through the characters of Selasi and Akorfa, Medie vividly depicts the complexities of race, class, and womanhood. This beautifully written novel is a compelling testament to the strength of female bonds in the face of societal challenges.

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Daniel Orubo on Feeling Good

A fun little interview with the amazing editor Daniel Orubo on 'Feel Good', an anthology of stories about queer joy.

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