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Most frequently asked question: You're a scientist

Most frequently asked question: You're a scientist. How come you write children's fiction as well? I shared that story in this enjoyable conversation with Daniel Coker. What's your story?
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#childrensfiction #booklover #booksforkids

This audience may have come from all around the wo

This audience may have come from all around the world, but we were united in one aspect - the love of a good story. Reading from "Crossing the Stream", my award-winning children's book at Alliance Francaise, Accra.

#alliancefrançaise #accordliterary #educationlogistics #childrensfiction #africanwriters #booksforkids #childrensafricanabooks

Pa Gya, the 3-day literary festival in Accra, open

Pa Gya, the 3-day literary festival in Accra, opens TODAY Friday 13th October 2023. Three splendid days of literary and art, ending Sunday night.

Please see here for the list of events: www.writersprojectghana.com/pagyaevents/
Please see here for the guests at the festival: www.writersprojectghana.com/pagyapeople/
Please see here for the schedule: www.writersprojectghana.com/pagyaschedule/

Catch me on Saturday at 10am in a conversation with Kinna Likimani and Fiifi Coleman on the power of books to drive inclusivity, and later that afternoon on a panel discussion on Writing for Young Adults.
We look forward to seeing you at Pa Gya! 2023.

Venue: Goethe-Institut, 30 Kakramadu Road, East Cantonments, Accra.
Date: Friday 13th October 2023
Time: 5.30 PM

#writer #literature #bookfestival #accra

In this fast-paced sequel to Crossing the Stream,

In this fast-paced sequel to Crossing the Stream, Ato, Dzifa and Leslie are transported to what should be the paradise island of Nnoma. But paradise isn't all it seems. How? Come, fly up the mountain with them and find out why! Written with joy for the young at heart❤ #childrensafricanabooks #childrensfiction #kidsenvironment #childrensbooks #readingchildren

Start off your weekend with a chance to win one of

Start off your weekend with a chance to win one of 20 advance reader copies of my next book FLYING UP THE MOUNTAIN(Norton Young Readers)

Simply go to Goodreads.com and search FLYING UP THE MOUNTAIN by Elizabeth-Irene Baitie to enter the giveaway. Ends close of day tomorrow Sunday Sept 24!

#flyingupthemountain #mglit #middlegradefiction #goodreads #childrensfiction #childrensbooks

Kirkus starred review: Baitie offers a beautiful depiction of contemporary Ghana, with rich cultural details that ground the narrative and create a page-turning experience.

Crossing the Stream Ghana edition is finally here!

Crossing the Stream Ghana edition is finally here! I was delighted to share it with students of La Wireless 2 JHS3 at today's Rock Accord Reading, Writing and Illustration workshop. It was also a joy to join in awarding certificates to winners of the Rock Accord story writing competition.@edulogistics @accordliterary @awbc_2023 @booknookstore

Books are forever friends! Let's get books into t

Books are forever friends! Let's get books into the hands of young people. #accraworldbookcapital2023 #reading #book #readchildrensbooks #childrensauthor #readmorebooks

Crossing the Stream has crossed the Atlantic! I'm

Crossing the Stream has crossed the Atlantic! I'm thrilled to see it heading onto UK bookshelves wrapped in this beautiful cover by @cassavarepublicpress
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Delivery to Accra | Tema | Kumasi #writer #ghana

Delivery to Accra | Tema | Kumasi

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Looking forward to a lively chat with ZoeBaraka ne

Looking forward to a lively chat with ZoeBaraka next Tuesday about my latest novel for readers aged 9-14 years. Would love for you to join the conversation. And yes, Crossing the Stream makes a great gift for kids!
#crossingthestreams #booklover #childrensbooks #environment #childrensauthor #childrensafricanabooks #awardwinningauthor

On International Women's Day, let's embrace equit

On International Women's Day, let's embrace equity and strive for a world where every woman everywhere has the chance to strive and succeed.
#iwd #internationalwomensday #embraceequity #embraceequity

Good health and Independence are closely linked #i

Good health and Independence are closely linked
#independencedayghana #healthandhappiness #yourhealthisyourwealth

Heart disease is the leading cause of death in men

Heart disease is the leading cause of death in men and women each year. It kills more women than breast cancer. Be heart smart this Valentine's season: get checked.
#hearthealth #heartattack #healthscreeningpackage #cholesterol #cardiovascularhealth #valentinesday2023 #Patholabsolutionsgh #healthylifestyle

Teatime! Celebrating an alma mater like no other.

Teatime! Celebrating an alma mater like no other. Happy 96th birthday Achimota School.🎹🎊🎉🥂🎂
#achimotaschool

Books spark powerful ideas. This Friday join

Books spark powerful ideas.
This Friday join me with the Africa-America Institute to discuss how my children's book Crossing the Stream supports plans by educators and parents to empower young people in the fight against climate change. To participate please register at
aaionline.org/soe

#climatechange #educators #africa #climatejustice #teachers #childrensbooks #greenearthmovement #globalcommunity #globalwarming #readingforchange #environmentalhealth #environmentaleducation #environmentalsustainability #climateaction #climatechangeisreal #childrenreading #ghanaliterature #africanauthor #africanyoungadult #yanovels #ghanaianwriters #ghbooks #readafrica #childrensafricanabooks #africanbookawards #childrensbooks #readersofinstagram

A few months ago, my friend Joel Nettey invited me

A few months ago, my friend Joel Nettey invited me to read a novel his fifteen-year old daughter Natasha had written. I did. And… well...wow! When I was fifteen, I dreamt of being a writer too, but with the distractions of life (mainly boys) I kept that dream in deep freeze for another fifteen-odd years.

It’s one thing to have a dream. It’s a whole other thing to have the dedication and discipline to see the dream through. And Natasha did! It was a joy to be at the launch of "Its Your World Evangeline," yesterday and to have the beautifully finished book in my hands. It speaks of the dedication of a young lady, and the value of an enabling environment(parents, family, school, friends). Natasha Nettey's story focuses on teenage insecurities and mental health, and she handles the topic sensitively and with maturity.

My remarks?
The young narrator navigates her external and internal landscape with an honest eye and authentic voice. She skilfully demonstrates the anchoring security of family and genuine friendship on the turbulent ocean of emotional fragility and social anxiety. This is a compelling story, written in a compassionate, masterful hand that tugs at the heartstrings.
Well done, Natasha!

And for the rest of us, teenaged or grey-haired, who may have dreams in deep freeze, or are distracted by (fill in the gap) .... it's thaw time!

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It’s the last day to get the ideal Christmas gif

It’s the last day to get the ideal Christmas gift at this special price! ✨✨ they’re back to full price tomorrow, but we always have some in stock ✨

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From the award-winning Ghanaian author Elizabeth-I

From the award-winning Ghanaian author Elizabeth-Irene Baitie. Purchase any of the titles or the full collection for the ideal Christmas gift ✨
Delivery to : Accra | Tema | Kumasi

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Comment for a chance to win! Delivery : Accra Tem

Comment for a chance to win! Delivery : Accra Tema Kumasi

Kirkus starred review (USA) - A powerful coming of age story of self-discovery and overcoming fear

Publishers Weekly starred review ; a fully-fleshed sensorially detailed narrative

There's something for everyone in this fast-paced novel. A middle-grade must-read - Booklist

A excellent novel, which reflects a specific location and culture but also contains universal appeal.

Barbara A. Lehman, Professor Emeritus, Ohio State University
Published in Africa Access Review

From the four-time recipient of the Burt Award for African Literature, the Macmillan Writer's Prize for Africa and the Children's Africana Book Award

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Delivery: Accra Tema Kumasi #writer #ghanaliter

Delivery: Accra Tema
Kumasi

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