A good short story collection will change your life…these are some of my favourites! (I am perpetually on a hunt for the best short story collections so trust me I’ll be back 👀)
One of my favourites of all time. How this explores Black ‘womanhood’, desire and sexuality - gorgeous.
The Secret Lives of Church Ladies by Deesha Philyaw
The varied portrayals of woman and girlhood is why I like the ‘unhinged woman’ genre so much. This collection did that fantastically.
Peach Pit by Molly Llewellyn, Kristel Buckley
I don’t think a day has gone by where I haven’t thought about this collection. So incredibly thought provoking, clever and timely.
Friday Black by Nana Kwame Adjei-Brenyah | Waterstones
From the editors of Peach Pit comes another collection which dare I say might be even better! Each story packs a punch and leaves you wanting more.
Be Gay, Do Crime (OUT JUN 25)
Nine stories, Nine Nigerian Women’s lives. Fantastic debut, equal parts bleakly entertaining and heartbreaking. Dissecting the constraints of religion and tradition on Women.
Hail Mary by Funmi Fetto | Waterstones
You’ll notice a theme, collections covering the Female lived experience I’m all about. The otherworldly element to this one stands out to me.
Mystery Lights by Lena Valencia | Waterstones
This book single handedly made me believe in love. It’s weird, it’s experimental, it’s kind. Fave read of 2024.
Someone Who Will Love You in All Your Damaged Glory by Raphael Bob-Waksberg | Waterstones
This book feels familiar. It feels like coming home, like friends you’ve known since you were toddlers. I don’t know what more to say…
For Such a Time as This by Shani Akilah | Waterstones
