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Somayina: The Little Smart Orphan – Chibu Ugwuoke

When tragedy leaves seven-year-old Somayina orphaned, he is forced to leave the peaceful village he loves and move to the city to live with his father's mother. Missing his grandmother, his friends, and the simple joys of village life, Somayina struggles to adapt to a world that feels unfamiliar and overwhelming.

Heartwarming and inspiring, this story follows a bright young boy as he navigates loss, change, and the search for belonging. Through courage, intelligence, and resilience, Somayina discovers that even in the face of hardship, hope can light the way forward.

Essential read for: Young readers, parents, educators, and anyone who enjoys uplifting stories about resilience, family, and personal growth.

1,200 NGN

The Moronic Inferno and Other Visits to America – Martin Amis
In this witty and insightful collection of essays and travel writing, Martin Amis turns his sharp eye on America, exploring its culture, politics, celebrities, and social contradictions. Traveling across the United States, he reflects on everything from Hollywood and boxing to crime, literature, and the American dream, blending keen observation with his trademark humor and literary flair.
Provocative, entertaining, and often hilarious, The Moronic Inferno offers a unique outsider's perspective on America and its influence on the modern world.
Essential read for: Fans of literary journalism, cultural criticism, travel writing, and readers who enjoy intelligent, humorous observations about society and contemporary life.

2,000 NGN

Iris & Ruby – Rosie Thomas

A moving and heartwarming novel about family, love, and second chances. When elderly Iris travels to Egypt to reconnect with her estranged granddaughter Ruby, the two women must confront old wounds, hidden secrets, and their very different outlooks on life. Set against a rich and atmospheric backdrop, the story explores healing, forgiveness, and the bonds that connect generations.

Essential read for: Fans of family dramas, emotional fiction, women's literature and stories of reconciliation and personal growth.

2,500 NGN

Sell Like Crazy – Sabri Suby
A practical and results-driven guide to growing a business through effective marketing and sales strategies. Sabri Suby shares proven techniques for attracting customers, generating leads, and increasing revenue, drawing from real-world experience in digital marketing. Packed with actionable advice, the book focuses on turning prospects into loyal buyers.
Essential read for: Entrepreneurs, business owners, marketers, sales professionals, and anyone looking to scale a business and boost profits.

7,000 NGN

The Life and Opinions of Tristram Shandy, Gentleman – Laurence Sterne

A witty, unconventional classic that turns storytelling on its head. Rather than telling his life story in a straight line, Tristram constantly digresses into humorous observations, family anecdotes, and philosophical reflections. Clever, playful, and surprisingly modern, this novel is celebrated for its originality and sharp satire of society and human nature.

Essential read for: Lovers of literary classics, experimental fiction, and readers who enjoy humor, satire, and inventive storytelling.

3,000 NGN

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"A God in Ruins relates the life of Teddy Todd would-be poet, heroic World War II bomber pilot, husband, father and grandfather - as he navigates the perils and progress of the twentieth century. For all Teddy endures in battle, greatest challenge will be to face living in a future he never expected to have.

This gripping, often deliriously funny yet emotionally devastating book looks at war - that great fall of Man from grace - and the effect it has, not only on those who live through it, but on the lives of the subsequent generations. It is also about the infinite magic of fiction.

Those who loved the bestselling Life After Life will recognize Teddy as Ursula Todd's adored younger brother - but for those who have not read it, A God in Ruins stands fully on its own. Few will dispute that it proves once again that Kate Atkinson is one of the most exceptional novelists of our age."

Rachel has inherited a house in the country, along with a rescue kennels. She claims she's not a 'dog' person. But then she tries to match the abandoned pets with new owners with some unexpected results...

Natalie and Johnny's marriage hasn't been easy since they started trying for a baby. But will adopting Bertie, a fridge-raiding, sofa-stealing Basset hound make up for it?

Meanwhile Zoe's ex-husband has given their kids a Labrador puppy, and left her to pick up the mess literally. She's at the end of her tether, until her pup leads her to handsome doctor Bill, whose own perfect match isn't what he was expecting at all.

As the new owners' paths cross, and their lives become interwoven, they - along with their dogs - all find themselves learning important lessons about loyalty, second chances and truly unconditional love.

If you had the chance to speak to a character from a book, who would that be and what will you tell them?