{"title":"Chioma Okereke","description":"\u003cp\u003eWelcome to our curated collection of works by the talented author, Chioma Okereke. Known for her evocative storytelling, Okereke masterfully weaves narratives that touch on themes of identity, belonging, and the human experience. Her writing style is both lyrical and captivating, drawing readers into the worlds she creates.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eAmong her notable works is \u003cem\u003eWater Baby\u003c\/em\u003e, a novel that showcases her ability to blend rich cultural insights with compelling character development. This book falls under the category of General Fiction and offers readers a deep exploration of personal and societal dynamics through the lens of relatable, well-crafted characters.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eChioma Okereke's literature invites readers to reflect on their own lives and the world around them, making her works a valuable addition to any fiction lover's collection. Dive into her stories and experience the unique voice of an author who continues to captivate audiences with her profound insights and beautifully written prose.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"water-baby-by-chioma-okereke-9781529425413","title":"Water Baby","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eLONGLISTED FOR THE INAUGURAL CLIMATE FICTION PRIZE\u003c\/b\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e'Rare is the book that enlightens as much as it entertains. Beautifully imagined and full of characters to love'\u003c\/b\u003e – EMMA STONEX, author of \u003ci\u003eThe Lamplighters\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e'A compelling and powerful novel'\u003c\/b\u003e – CHERIE JONES, author of \u003ci\u003eHow the One-Armed Sister Sweeps Her House\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e'An adventurous and insightful read'\u003c\/b\u003e – ROSANNA AMAKA, author of \u003ci\u003eThe Book of Echoes\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eShe's the Pearl of Makoko and the world is her oyster.\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eIn Makoko, the floating slum off mainland Lagos, Nigeria, nineteen-year-old Baby yearns for an existence where she can escape the future her father has planned for her.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eWith opportunities scarce, Baby jumps at the chance to join a newly launched drone-mapping project, aimed at broadening the visibility of her community.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThen a video of her at work goes viral and Baby finds herself with options she could never have imagined - including the possibility of leaving her birthplace to represent Makoko on the world stage.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eBut will life beyond the lagoon be everything she's dreamed of? 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