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God's Children are Little Broken Things
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For readers interested in deeply emotional and culturally rich narratives that explore LGBTQ+ experiences in Nigeria.

Gist about the Book

"God's Children Are Little Broken Things" is a poignant collection of short stories exploring the lives and loves of queer men in Nigeria. The stories delve into the complexities of love, identity, and societal pressures, portraying the tender and often hidden relationships in a society where homosexuality is criminalized. Through nuanced characters and evocative settings, Ifeakandu captures the delicate balance between desire and survival.

 

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'God's Children are Little Broken Things' is a stunning and deeply moving collection that gives voice to the complexities of queer experience in Nigeria. Arinze Ifeakandu's lyrical prose and empathetic storytelling make this an essential read." - Booklist (starred review)

"Ifeakandu's debut is a triumph of compassionate, nuanced storytelling. These are tales of love, loss, and the quiet resilience of the human spirit that will linger in the reader's mind long after the final page." - Marlon James, Booker Prize-winning author of "A Brief History of Seven Killings"

"In these stories, Ifeakandu masterfully illuminates the diverse and beautifully human experiences of Nigeria's LGBTQ+ community. This is a vital and deeply moving collection that deserves to be widely read and celebrated." - Roxane Gay, New York Times bestselling author of "Bad Feminist"

About Book

Book Title: God's Children are Little Broken Things: Stories - Arinze Ifeakandu
Book Genre: Short Stories, Queer, Contemporary, Romance, African Literature, Literary Fiction
ISBN: 9781399606257
Number of Pages: 203
Publishing Date: July 28, 2022
Cover Type: Hardcover

About Author 

Arinze Ifeakandu is a Nigerian writer whose work has garnered significant critical acclaim. He has been recognized for his insightful exploration of queer identities in a complex cultural landscape. His debut collection, "God's Children Are Little Broken Things," has won several literary prizes, including the 2022 Republic of Consciousness Prize for the US and Canada and the Story Prize Spotlight Award. Ifeakandu's writing is known for its emotional resonance, nuanced characters, and evocative settings.


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