ýýýIf you want to hide something from Africans, write it down in a bookýýý.This is a refrain most Africans often have heard growing up, but in reality some of us have come across Africans who started reading at an early age, some ended up being one of the most celebrated authors around the globe .They published well written books that tell the story of Africa and her people, her fights and struggles, achievements and success stories. These books have appeared on various international platforms. We share with you three books you should have on your reading radar.These books are captivating, engaging and take the art of storytelling to elevated heights.

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Half of a Yellow Sun won awards and attracted rave reviews globally. Written by Chimanda Ngozie Adichie,the setting is the Biafra war of Nigeria.

The book looks at feminism, end of colonialism, class and ethnicity . Being naturally a great storyteller, Ngozi used three characters to tell an amazing story that left the world craving to read more of it.The book which was published in 2006 remains fresh in the eyes of its wide and diverse audiences.
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