African Based Speculative Fiction

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Changa's Safari by Milton J Davis

A Historical Fantasy novel set in the 15th century. Changa is an exiled warrior Kongo prince who was sold into slavery by an evil sorcerer called Usenge. There he was forced to fight in the fighting pits. Over time he gains his freedom and becomes a Swahili merchant sailor with his own crew. From there he goes on adventures of trade and battles.
There are 5 books, one of them being a prequel. I've got 3 of them. Think of it like an 'African Sinbad'. A fun read.

Milton J Davis writes a lot of Speculative fiction with an African twist. Seek him out.

The author made a graphic novel of part of the story.

On their way to establish a new trading opportunity, Changa and his crew rescue a Yemeni prince carrying a valuable object from mysterious pursuers. The adventure leads to a world changing confrontation with a powerful sorcerer bent on using the object to change the world. Book one of the comic adaptation of Changa's Safari.

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Kalymba: The Roleplaying Game
An innovative African-inspired tabletop RPG. Become a legend of Aiye!

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ZUFAN is a Pan-African sci-fi series that recounts the true story of Italy’s invasion of Ethiopia in 1800s by Beserat Debebe.

Read more about it here.

Also, check out the site: Etan Comics

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Hawi. A superhero and historical fantasy comic about a young Ethiopian woman named Emnet Legesse, who is tasked with having to rescue her mother after she's abducted. Emnet’s trip back to Ethiopia turns into an epic quest in the legendary Kingdom/Empire of Aksum/Axum.

More on this right here.

Also, check out the site: Etan Comics

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Conquered Crowns: Amazons by Limelight Comics

WHAT IF...7 OF THE BADDEST AFRICAN QUEENS IN HISTORY WERE ON A TEAM! That is where the basis of this story derived and layers kept being added with rich history from all over the world. Each warrior is inspired by an AFRICAN QUEEN in history. Not in exact likeness but rather inspired by personality, appearance, skills, location, known for, presence, and the likes.

"When the Nasarian chief is exiled for not paying tribute to the inferior Ajakan Kingdom, several Nasarian warrior women band together to form the Amazons, in an effort to retrieve their chief and build a kingdom."

CC starts off in West Umwenaba (Um•wen•aba) and journeys across the SW of the land. The Amazon story follows young Princess Okira and six Nasarian village women who come from various walks of life. Their journey to save the exiled chief quickly boosts them into a fierce team of greatness. They forge bonds through sisterhood - develop teamwork through trials - build the most formidable female warriors throughout the treacherous known lands of Umwenaba. Amid their excursion, unforeseen battles take place, legends come to life, and conquered crowns!


The world is a unique blend of realism clashed with fantasy - places, animals, items, etc. We thought that by doing the story this way allows our storytelling to be very relevant to history and very creative in world-building.


In the world of Conquered Crowns, the lust for power never stops. The continent of Umwenba a.k.a. land of abundance, boasts - lush scenery, defined history, some magic, religion, gods, and myths, all within a medieval setting. The Crown of Power is the center of Umwenaba. Pretty much, the perceived thought of the inhabitants of Umwenaba is that whoever controls the crown, controls the power.

The world map

The Characters

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Soooo cool!

 

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YouNeek Studios are creating a new story.

The Asiri

Synopsis
Set in 10,000 BC, The Asiri is an epic science fantasy story about an ancient advanced West African civilization (inspired by the Akan/Ashanti people) of space explorers that once colonized Mars. Enhanced by an inner power called “INKRA,” the Asiri are able to create, control and manipulate tech in ways never seen before. The most exemplary of which is THE ASCENDED⁠—a select few Asiri who can morph into giant beings, each equipped with unique and otherworldly powers.

However, the Asiri see their golden age come to a devastating halt after the invasion of THE AGELESS⁠—sentient automaton sentries from deep space who share a mysterious and troubling connection with the Asiri. Now, a once-thriving civilization is thrust into chaos as loyalty, a revered tenet of Asiri culture, very quickly becomes a liability.


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The Blood of Titans by C. Michael Forsyth

The Blood of Titans is a love story set in the Golden Age of Africa. Halima, teenage princess of an advanced civilization, falls in love with the warrior king Shomari, a magnificent mountain of a man. But their kingdoms are at war. And, in an age of polygamy, he already has a first wife. A passionate love triangle erupts amid the clash of empires. Halima must overcome enormous obstacles to find happiness -- then must face a heart-rending choice between duty and love.


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Sorghum & Spear

About Us
Sorghum and Spear
SORGHUM & SPEAR is a curated Sword and Soul fantasy universe; a landscape of decadent historical acumen and inclusive storytelling. Our fantasy comic, graphic novel, and animated projects strive to remain conscious of those it represents visually and culturally and to remain respectful and responsible in their narrative.

A REALM ETERNAL

The Eternal Realm grew from the will of the gods; a paradise and playground to satisfy their curiosities, fantasies and whims.

The old world echoed with their voices, and the denizens of the Realm revered them all. Great followings grew in strength and number, exalting the words of their mystic masters through both worship and war.

Then one day, one by one, the voices dwindled. Then grew silent altogether.

The Realm spiraled into chaos, as the upheaval cast humankind into and age of ruin and despair.

And then there was The Call.

The All-Mother, Eshe, called out to the An'Fre people, and in her voice, there was harmony. There was power. There was peace.

In a short time, the An'Fre progressed under a new Golden Age of splendor and successes. Miracles surrounded them, as their works and new society became a beacon of renewed hope and purpose.

Nevertheless, in this cascading light, the wisps of malevolent shadows still crept in from the edges.

Slowly, and surely it came to extinguish the Light that had driven it so far away.

And now, darkness descends on the capital of Ngolo-Ade.


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African speculative fiction is finally getting its due. Let’s talk about books to seek out.



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African speculative fiction is finally getting its due. Let’s talk about books to seek out.



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great article.
This could be the next big genre

 

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great article.
This could be the next big genre

I hope ABSF continues to grow.

 

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Coalsack Media

Coalsack Media is a literature based entertainment company catering for kids, teenagers, young adults and mature audiences. We are a 360-degree wheelhouse for popular culture, inspired by Africa and the world.

Company Mission
Our mission is to educate and entertain, inspire new narratives, build a diverse world and reshape the imagination of African storytelling.

The spokes of our wheel are: Fictional literature, graphic novels, novellas, comics, educational resources, audiobooks, radio shows, animation, film, video and online games.

Part of our objectives are to develop content across various media formats and platforms, including, but not limited to animation and live action.

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The Asiri sounds interesting

 

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Any of these on Audible?