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This tenth-anniversary edition is a celebration of the space we carved out for necessary stories no one was telling. Within its pages, you’ll find some of the finest work we’ve published over a decade. Stories that echo what we stand for.

Happy publication week to the U.S. edition of my novel Curandera.Soft Skull Press With endorsement from the mighty Blitz Bazawule, director of The Color Purple film Blitz Bazawule & more. It explores shamanism, female desire & transformation over dimensions. bit.ly/40vLkhp

In a world where memories are sold to survive, what’s left of Zainab and Kamal’s love? The Market of Memories is an emotionally rich tale about how memory, once extracted, can unravel even the closest relationships. Story by Azara Tswanya in Issue V: shilitzapublishing.com/product/will-t…

Fun fact, there are 10 different spredges of #Augmented that form one long image. I haven't got all, but I'd love to see the edges you have. Tag me with a picture, let’s see if we can find all 10! And if you've read your copy, don't forget to post a review online Faber Children's

I'm a genuinely a huge fan of Ted Chiang and Ken Liu's short fiction so whenever someone compares my work to theirs (which has happened enough times that I'm almost used to it), it always makes me smile.

My novelette about a trickster god on the path of revenge is out now in Lightspeed Magazine. Read: lightspeedmagazine.com/fiction/a-dish…

Page & Palette returns, with Quiz Night! This one's for all bookworms, bibliophiles and film buffs. Rally your crew for a night of fun and win exclusive prizes. 📍 Athena Lounge 📅 25th July 2025 🕒 5–10 PM Free entry with RSVP. Register your team: willthisbeaproblem.co.ke/rsvp/

Grateful to CRAFT for publishing “Ishi Agu (Leaking Tigritude).” Their wonderful intro to the story got me all teary-eyed🥹 Thank you! A short author’s note for context: craftliterary.com/2025/07/11/ish… Here’s the story: craftliterary.com/2025/07/11/ish… Thanks, as always, for reading🙏🏿

Africanfuturism Short Stories | Submissions - We are very excited to announce a new call for submissions which is now open! Deadline: 2nd November 2025. Good luck! flametr.com/44NZtaX

ICYMI over the weekend, our first post went live on Substack! The newsletter features some amazing perks, like the chance to read Issue 2 of our magazine before it goes public. Catch up here:

Are you an avid reader? Are you based in Harare? HRB is providing donated books to *any* interested and avid reader, with the proviso that you *must* PASS IT ON to the next reader on the list when you’re done! And that’s it! Sign up below, and happy reading!

Still open! Got a story rooted in the Niger Delta? We’re calling for original speculative fiction that explores the region, past, present, or future. From solarpunk to African futurism, We want stories that spark thought. Send yours in: omenana.com/2025/07/02/cal…

We're excited to announce that Issue 2 of Will This Be A Problem? The Magazine is now live and free to read on our website! This issue brings back familiar voices alongside striking debuts, showcasing speculative fiction in its different forms: willthisbeaproblem.co.ke/will-this-be-a…

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Bring your spec-fic knowledge to our first-ever SFF Quiz Night! 🗓️ Friday, 25th July 2025 🕔 5 – 10 PM 📍Athena Lounge, Hurlingham (Opp Nairobi Women’s Hospital) Entry free but RSVP required. Register your team here >> willthisbeaproblem.co.ke/rsvp/

Meanwhile, we launched Issue 2 of our magazine yesterday! This issue followed a rigorous editorial process (similar to Issue 1) selecting standout pieces. Have you read the stories yet? Here’s a preview of what to expect! willthisbeaproblem.co.ke/2025/07/10/for…

We have walk-in discounts for uni students! 50% off Issue V for university students at Page & Palette bookstore. Just bring your student ID with you. Offer lasts until August 31st.

“And yet before we demand that non-Africans recognize us, do we Africans recognize each other? Do we write essays and give each other credit when earned? Do we elevate each other by merit? Do we hold up good books as good books especially when written by people who are not

Meet Mr. Original Swag. Blinding orange suit, rust-orange fedora, silver boots and a charm that’s hard to resist. He offers a way out of poverty, but at a price. "Mr. Original Swag" by Victor Forna (Victor Osman Forna) is published in Issue V of our latest anthology.

Had a great time yesterday at the #celsius2025 festival. First an interview with Daniel Pérez Castrillón . Then a book signing with many cool readers. Attended panels and hung out with some excellent people.