African Based Speculative Fiction
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Nasomi's Quest: Legends of Ao #1 by Enock I Simbaya
A love story. An ordinary girl and a tribal prince fall in love. Loving her costs him everything. Loving him earns her a vengeful nemesis.
An adventure story. Witches, magic, secrets, dangerous things to come. He’s taken to the edge of the world. Grappling an unwanted gift, she follows.
A transformation story. All she wants is to be an ordinary woman, but she may have to become something more.
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A love story. An ordinary girl and a tribal prince fall in love. Loving her costs him everything. Loving him earns her a vengeful nemesis.
An adventure story. Witches, magic, secrets, dangerous things to come. He’s taken to the edge of the world. Grappling an unwanted gift, she follows.
A transformation story. All she wants is to be an ordinary woman, but she may have to become something more.
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Last Gate of the Emperor by Kwame Mbalia and Prince Joel Makonnen
An Afrofuturist adventure about a mythical Ethiopian empire. Sci-fi and fantasy combine in this journey to the stars.
Yared Heywat lives an isolated life in Addis Prime -- a hardscrabble city with rundown tech, lots of rules, and not much to do. His worrywart Uncle Moti and bionic lioness Besa are his only family... and his only friends.
Often in trouble for his thrill-seeking antics and smart mouth, those same qualities make Yared a star player of the underground augmented reality game, The Hunt for Kaleb's Obelisk. But when a change in the game rules prompts Yared to log in with his real name, it triggers an attack that rocks the city. In the chaos, Uncle Moti disappears.
Suddenly, all the stories Yared's uncle told him as a young boy are coming to life, of kingdoms in the sky and city-razing monsters. And somehow Yared is at the center of them.
Together with Besa and the Ibis -- a game rival turned reluctant ally -- Yared must search for his uncle... and answers to his place in a forgotten, galaxy-spanning war.
A link to an interview with both authors
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An Afrofuturist adventure about a mythical Ethiopian empire. Sci-fi and fantasy combine in this journey to the stars.
Yared Heywat lives an isolated life in Addis Prime -- a hardscrabble city with rundown tech, lots of rules, and not much to do. His worrywart Uncle Moti and bionic lioness Besa are his only family... and his only friends.
Often in trouble for his thrill-seeking antics and smart mouth, those same qualities make Yared a star player of the underground augmented reality game, The Hunt for Kaleb's Obelisk. But when a change in the game rules prompts Yared to log in with his real name, it triggers an attack that rocks the city. In the chaos, Uncle Moti disappears.
Suddenly, all the stories Yared's uncle told him as a young boy are coming to life, of kingdoms in the sky and city-razing monsters. And somehow Yared is at the center of them.
Together with Besa and the Ibis -- a game rival turned reluctant ally -- Yared must search for his uncle... and answers to his place in a forgotten, galaxy-spanning war.
A link to an interview with both authors
@Swahili P'Bitek, @Secure Da Bag, @Turk, @.r., @Neuromancer, @CubanVoodooBreh, @humminbird, @pete clemenza, @Booksnrain, @Jorvan , @Starman , @Red Shield , @Danie84
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Roye Okupe talks with NPR about his comics with YouNeek Studios, Dark Horse Comics, and more:
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NPR Cookie Consent and Choices
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Cyberfunk!
What is Cyberfunk? It is a vision of the future with an Afrocentric flavor. It is the Singularity without the Eurocentric foundation. It's Bladerunner with sunlight, Neuromancer with melanin, cybernetics with rhythm.
Nineteen amazing Black Speculative Fiction authors have come together to share their visions on the pages of this book. Prepare to be mesmerized by their stories.
Featuring stories by Eugen Bacon, Zig Zag Clayborne, Gerald L. Coleman, Ashleigh Davenport, Milton J. Davis, Minister Faust, Donovan Hall, John Jennings, Ronald Jones, Nicole Givens Kurtz, Kyoko M, Carole McDonnell, Violette Meier, T.C. Morgan, Balogun Ojetade, Hannibal Tabu, Jarla Tangh, Napoleon Wells, and K. Ceres Wright.
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What is Cyberfunk? It is a vision of the future with an Afrocentric flavor. It is the Singularity without the Eurocentric foundation. It's Bladerunner with sunlight, Neuromancer with melanin, cybernetics with rhythm.
Nineteen amazing Black Speculative Fiction authors have come together to share their visions on the pages of this book. Prepare to be mesmerized by their stories.
Featuring stories by Eugen Bacon, Zig Zag Clayborne, Gerald L. Coleman, Ashleigh Davenport, Milton J. Davis, Minister Faust, Donovan Hall, John Jennings, Ronald Jones, Nicole Givens Kurtz, Kyoko M, Carole McDonnell, Violette Meier, T.C. Morgan, Balogun Ojetade, Hannibal Tabu, Jarla Tangh, Napoleon Wells, and K. Ceres Wright.
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The Obanaax and Other Tales of Heroes and Horror by Kirk A. Johnson
The Obanaax is a collection of two novelettes and two short stories that take the reader on a journey to the world of Aaduna on the great northern continent of Mbor. This novel's imaginative sword and sorcery world, influenced by several West African languages, sets this book apart from other stories explored in this genre. These narrative elements, naming conventions, and heart-pounding prose makes The Obanaax an adventure that will ignite a passion for exploring this undreamed-of new world far beyond the last page has turned. These tales from far afield will introduce to you the adventurous daring-do of those unaccustomed to the monstrous chaos of the unnatural and, at times, its alien desires. An epic for those willing to brave far and away from the world we know.
Basically a Dark Fantasy (Fantasy with Supernatural Horror elements)
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The Obanaax is a collection of two novelettes and two short stories that take the reader on a journey to the world of Aaduna on the great northern continent of Mbor. This novel's imaginative sword and sorcery world, influenced by several West African languages, sets this book apart from other stories explored in this genre. These narrative elements, naming conventions, and heart-pounding prose makes The Obanaax an adventure that will ignite a passion for exploring this undreamed-of new world far beyond the last page has turned. These tales from far afield will introduce to you the adventurous daring-do of those unaccustomed to the monstrous chaos of the unnatural and, at times, its alien desires. An epic for those willing to brave far and away from the world we know.
Basically a Dark Fantasy (Fantasy with Supernatural Horror elements)
@Swahili P'Bitek, @Secure Da Bag, @Turk, @.r., @Neuromancer, @CubanVoodooBreh, @humminbird, @pete clemenza, @Booksnrain, @Jorvan , @Starman , @Red Shield , @Danie84 , @Lord-Yosh , @Ya' Cousin Cleon
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The Alchemists of Kush by Minister Faust
The Alchemists of Kush is the story of two Sudanese “lost boys.” Both lost fathers to civil war and mothers along the path of escape. Both boys were hunted and fell into violence to survive. Both came under the guardianship of mystic madmen who promised to transform them. And both vowed to become leaders who would transform their worlds, or die trying.
One of those lost boys is Raphael Garang, known to the streets of E-Town as the Supreme Raptor.
The other lost boy was Hru-sa-Usir, who lived 7,000 years ago in the Savage Lands of the Lower Nile, and known to the Greeks as Horus, son of Osiris.
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The Alchemists of Kush is the story of two Sudanese “lost boys.” Both lost fathers to civil war and mothers along the path of escape. Both boys were hunted and fell into violence to survive. Both came under the guardianship of mystic madmen who promised to transform them. And both vowed to become leaders who would transform their worlds, or die trying.
One of those lost boys is Raphael Garang, known to the streets of E-Town as the Supreme Raptor.
The other lost boy was Hru-sa-Usir, who lived 7,000 years ago in the Savage Lands of the Lower Nile, and known to the Greeks as Horus, son of Osiris.
@Swahili P'Bitek, @Secure Da Bag, @Turk, @.r., @Neuromancer, @humminbird, @pete clemenza, @Booksnrain, @Jorvan, @Starman, @Red Shield, @Danie84, @Lord-Yosh, @Ya' Cousin Cleon, @Cuban Pete
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Ratnik - Nigerian (Nollywood) Sci-Fi Action Film
Ratnik, is the story of a World War III soldier returning home after a quarterly phase rotation programme, only to find out that her home front has now descended into some kind of chaos. Set in a remote Africa town during the early days of World War III, a special trooper Sarah Bello (Osas Ighodaro) returns home from the war-front to meet an unpleasant scenario. Her only sister has abused a certain chemical substance, and the race to save her life begins a new kind of war where the most advanced war machine known to man is unveiled.
Hmmmm, I'm glad that Nollywood are starting to branch off into speculative fiction. However, this is Nollywood, so I expect bad acting, bad cinematography, the same song getting played (Jesus Loves You, Oh) and of course, Jollof Rice. LOL
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Ratnik, is the story of a World War III soldier returning home after a quarterly phase rotation programme, only to find out that her home front has now descended into some kind of chaos. Set in a remote Africa town during the early days of World War III, a special trooper Sarah Bello (Osas Ighodaro) returns home from the war-front to meet an unpleasant scenario. Her only sister has abused a certain chemical substance, and the race to save her life begins a new kind of war where the most advanced war machine known to man is unveiled.
Hmmmm, I'm glad that Nollywood are starting to branch off into speculative fiction. However, this is Nollywood, so I expect bad acting, bad cinematography, the same song getting played (Jesus Loves You, Oh) and of course, Jollof Rice. LOL
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watched the trailer for itRatnik - Nigerian (Nollywood) Sci-Fi Action Film
Ratnik, is the story of a World War III soldier returning home after a quarterly phase rotation programme, only to find out that her home front has now descended into some kind of chaos. Set in a remote Africa town during the early days of World War III, a special trooper Sarah Bello (Osas Ighodaro) returns home from the war-front to meet an unpleasant scenario. Her only sister has abused a certain chemical substance, and the race to save her life begins a new kind of war where the most advanced war machine known to man is unveiled.
Hmmmm, I'm glad that Nollywood are starting to branch off into speculative fiction. However, this is Nollywood, so I expect bad acting, bad cinematography, the same song getting played (Jesus Loves You, Oh) and of course, Jollof Rice. LOL
Could definitely seeing these types of flicks hitting those og late 80s-90s cyborg post apoc flicks like cyborg, apex, etc in a decade..
if they keep at it
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Shout out to Roye Okupe (YouNeek Studios).
HBO Max and Cartoon Network announced a 2D animated adaptation of “Iyanu: Child of Wonder,” a Dark Horse Comics/YouNeek Studios graphic novel series heavily influenced by the Yoruba people of Nigeria. The project will be financed and overseen by Black-owned animation studio Lion Forge Animation.
“Iyanu: Child of Wonder” is a superhero tale set in the magical kingdom of Yorubaland, which draws from Nigerian culture, music and mythology. The series follows Iyanu, a teenage orphan who spends her days studying Yoruba history and ancient arts but yearns for a normal life. One day, responding to danger, she unknowingly triggers her divine powers, the likes of which have not been seen since the Age of Wonders. With newly discovered superpowers, Iyanu joins forces with two other teenagers as they embark on a remarkable journey to discover the truth about the evil lurking in her homeland. Throughout her adventure, she’ll uncover the truth about her past, her parents, and her ultimate destiny to save the world.
Read more about this on these 2 websites:
‘Iyanu: Child of Wonder’ Animated Series Greenlit at HBO Max and Cartoon Network
‘Iyanu: Child of Wonder’ animated series greenlit at HBO Max and Cartoon Network
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‘Iyanu: Child of Wonder’ Animated Series Greenlit at HBO Max and Cartoon Network
HBO Max and Cartoon Network announced a 2D animated adaptation of “Iyanu: Child of Wonder,” a Dark Horse Comics/YouNeek Studios graphic novel series heavily influenced by the Yoruba people of Nigeria. The project will be financed and overseen by Black-owned animation studio Lion Forge Animation.
“Iyanu: Child of Wonder” is a superhero tale set in the magical kingdom of Yorubaland, which draws from Nigerian culture, music and mythology. The series follows Iyanu, a teenage orphan who spends her days studying Yoruba history and ancient arts but yearns for a normal life. One day, responding to danger, she unknowingly triggers her divine powers, the likes of which have not been seen since the Age of Wonders. With newly discovered superpowers, Iyanu joins forces with two other teenagers as they embark on a remarkable journey to discover the truth about the evil lurking in her homeland. Throughout her adventure, she’ll uncover the truth about her past, her parents, and her ultimate destiny to save the world.
Read more about this on these 2 websites:
‘Iyanu: Child of Wonder’ Animated Series Greenlit at HBO Max and Cartoon Network
‘Iyanu: Child of Wonder’ animated series greenlit at HBO Max and Cartoon Network
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I have to give a shout out to Eric July a.k.a. YoungRippa59 for his start up indie comic company, The Rippaverse. And the launch of its first comic
Isom
Avery Silman was once an entry-level hero known as Isom in the city of Florespark, Texas shortly after gaining his special abilities. A certain event had him hang up his suit, and now he stays on the outskirts of the city, living as a rancher.
Avery’s sister, Altona, gives him a call and wants him to visit an old friend by the name of Darren Fontaino. Another family friend that was interning with Altonta has gone missing and she last heard that she was dealing with Darren. But Darren has much changed since he was hanging out with Avery when they were young. He’s a cold-blooded shot-caller and one of the most feared men in the city.
This visit turns into one of the longest days in Avery’s life. Around these parts, people call ‘special beings’ Excepts. And unfortunately for Avery, he has the luxury of running into some of them. The Alphacore and Yaira have their own set of conflicts. A man built like a tank by the name of Santwan reappears and he’s had previous confrontation with Avery. So what happens with Avery and Darren’s meeting? Who and where is the family friend? Just grab Isom #1: Ill-Advised Pt. 1 and find out for yourself!
The launch of The Rippaverse has already made over $1 million and the SJW woke lefty brigade are salty.
The subreddit r/comicbooks is banning anybody that speaks about The Rippaverse because of something fallacious, no doubt.
Whether you agree or disagree with Eric July's a.k.a. YoungRippa59's views, here's a young Afram/ADOS brotha that is putting his money where his mouth is and he genuinely cares about the state of and creating fictional media.
@Swahili P'Bitek, @Secure Da Bag, @Turk, @.r., @Neuromancer, @humminbird, @pete clemenza, @Booksnrain, @Jorvan, @Starman, @Red Shield, @Danie84, @Lord-Yosh, @Ya' Cousin Cleon, @Cuban Pete
Isom
Avery Silman was once an entry-level hero known as Isom in the city of Florespark, Texas shortly after gaining his special abilities. A certain event had him hang up his suit, and now he stays on the outskirts of the city, living as a rancher.
Avery’s sister, Altona, gives him a call and wants him to visit an old friend by the name of Darren Fontaino. Another family friend that was interning with Altonta has gone missing and she last heard that she was dealing with Darren. But Darren has much changed since he was hanging out with Avery when they were young. He’s a cold-blooded shot-caller and one of the most feared men in the city.
This visit turns into one of the longest days in Avery’s life. Around these parts, people call ‘special beings’ Excepts. And unfortunately for Avery, he has the luxury of running into some of them. The Alphacore and Yaira have their own set of conflicts. A man built like a tank by the name of Santwan reappears and he’s had previous confrontation with Avery. So what happens with Avery and Darren’s meeting? Who and where is the family friend? Just grab Isom #1: Ill-Advised Pt. 1 and find out for yourself!
The launch of The Rippaverse has already made over $1 million and the SJW woke lefty brigade are salty.
The subreddit r/comicbooks is banning anybody that speaks about The Rippaverse because of something fallacious, no doubt.
Whether you agree or disagree with Eric July's a.k.a. YoungRippa59's views, here's a young Afram/ADOS brotha that is putting his money where his mouth is and he genuinely cares about the state of and creating fictional media.
@Swahili P'Bitek, @Secure Da Bag, @Turk, @.r., @Neuromancer, @humminbird, @pete clemenza, @Booksnrain, @Jorvan, @Starman, @Red Shield, @Danie84, @Lord-Yosh, @Ya' Cousin Cleon, @Cuban Pete
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I have to give a shout out to Eric July a.k.a. YoungRippa59 for his start up indie comic company, The Rippaverse. And the launch of its first comic
Isom
Avery Silman was once an entry-level hero known as Isom in the city of Florespark, Texas shortly after gaining his special abilities. A certain event had him hang up his suit, and now he stays on the outskirts of the city, living as a rancher.
Avery’s sister, Altona, gives him a call and wants him to visit an old friend by the name of Darren Fontaino. Another family friend that was interning with Altonta has gone missing and she last heard that she was dealing with Darren. But Darren has much changed since he was hanging out with Avery when they were young. He’s a cold-blooded shot-caller and one of the most feared men in the city.
This visit turns into one of the longest days in Avery’s life. Around these parts, people call ‘special beings’ Excepts. And unfortunately for Avery, he has the luxury of running into some of them. The Alphacore and Yaira have their own set of conflicts. A man built like a tank by the name of Santwan reappears and he’s had previous confrontation with Avery. So what happens with Avery and Darren’s meeting? Who and where is the family friend? Just grab Isom #1: Ill-Advised Pt. 1 and find out for yourself!
The launch of The Rippaverse has already made over $1 million and the SJW woke lefty brigade are salty.
The subreddit r/comicbooks is banning anybody that speaks about The Rippaverse because of something fallacious, no doubt.
Whether you agree or disagree with Eric July's a.k.a. YoungRippa59's views, here's a young Afram/ADOS brotha that is putting his money where his mouth is and he genuinely cares about the state of and creating fictional media.
@Swahili P'Bitek, @Secure Da Bag, @Turk, @.r., @Neuromancer, @humminbird, @pete clemenza, @Booksnrain, @Jorvan, @Starman, @Red Shield, @Danie84, @Lord-Yosh, @Ya' Cousin Cleon, @Cuban Pete
Looks and sounds dope...
Bought a cover for me and couple for the kids I train down here in Jamaica...