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Chicken in the Kitchen

Nnedi Okorafor author Mehrdokht Amini illustrator

Format:Paperback

Publisher:Lantana Publishing

Published:6th Jun '19

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A vibrant and entertaining book that explores the fascinating masquerade culture of West Africa.

What would you do if you woke up one night to find the shadow of a giant chicken passing your bedroom door? Go and investigate of course! A hugely entertaining look at the fascinating masquerade culture of West Africa, from the perspective of a plucky young Nigerian girl who finds the courage to protect the traditions she loves.What would you do if you woke up one night to find the shadow of a giant chicken passing your bedroom door? Go and investigate of course! A hugely entertaining look at the fascinating masquerade culture of West Africa, told from the perspective of a plucky young Nigerian girl who finds the courage to protect the traditions she loves.

“Okorafor leaps into the world of picture books in a most unforgettable way with this playful, fascinating tale” -Kirkus Reviews


“My little boy wanted me to read it three times in a row. So yeah, I think my kids are in agreement on this: Five Stars” -Patrick Rothfuss, #1 New York Times bestselling author


“An enchanting, evocatively illustrated adventure that will capture the imaginations of young and old alike – more, please!” -Ambelin Kwaymullina, award-winning author


Unforgettable, playful, fascinating.

Kirkus Reviews, STARRED


An entertaining international treat!

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An absolute joy

Bookshy Books

  • Winner of Children's Africana Best Book Award 2016

ISBN: 9781911373919

Dimensions: unknown

Weight: unknown

32 pages

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