African Literature Book Group Discussion: Reading How Beautiful We Were

The K-16 Education Outreach Program at the African Studies Center hosts an annual series of book group meetings wherein participants of all ages and backgrounds are invited to read and discuss engaging novels by African authors.

We offer two book discussion groups: one focuses on African literature written in or translated to English, and another one focuses on African literature written in or translated to French, discussed in French. The English book group is now in its 16th year. See the full list of books read over fifteen years here.

These programs are free and open to all. Participants must procure a copy of their own books.

Join us to read Imbolo Mbue’s powerful novel How Beautiful We Were with contemporary themes that will speak to all on January 24th, 2024.