My life in the Bush of Books- Maimouna Jallow, Writer, Journalist & Media Consultant

Favourite book ever– ‘The House of the Spirits’ by Isabel Allende

Why? – It’s a lyrical, magical, and beautiful story.

Last book read? -‘The Book of Memory’ by Petina Gappah.

Packing for a journey and allowed to take one book. What will it be? – ‘Long Walk to Freedom’ by Nelson Mandela.

Why? – It’s been on my list to read for long time and it’s big, so it will last the journey.

Who is your favourite author/writer? – I like many.

Do you think African’s read? – Yes, they cannot have so many good writers if they don’t read.

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