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The Forbidden Fruit
Devolution of governance and management of public services came as a blessing to many at the grassroots. It generated hope and raised expectations for the many that wallowed in poverty for years on end. With twists and turns, Tumbocracy etches out Democracy and, inevitably, things take the wrong-turn! Is doom the ultimate destination for the many a citizen at the grassroots? Forbidden Fruit is a fast-paced drama that raises important questions about the legitimacy of the many flagship initiatives of devolved units!
What Others Say
“The play captures happenings in devolved units in Kenya. Poor governance, mass corruption, and leaders’ amassing of wealth for themselves, is evident. The playwright creates the content anew and makes it sensitive to the society again as these issues have been taken as obvious and normal.” – Rose Keya Kong’ani, Editor
The Girl of Red Beauty
In these thirteen chapters of verse, titled The Girl of Red Beauty, Alfred Nyagaka Nyamwange captures voices of the people of Gusii, AbaGusii, through their songs, proverbs and play games. The voices pronounce AbaGusii philosophies, fears, moods, and tempo as they work and traverse the hills and the valleys that constitute the Gusii Highlands. The element of the poetry here emanates from the beliefs, norms, proverbs, sayings, wisdom, songs, stories, and the environment, all of which combine to produce a presence of living souls. The personas fully manifest in an active environment, whereby, at every strum of the lyre and roll of the drum, the verse comes alive. Welcome, sing and dance along.
What Others Say
Nyamwange writes in the trend of African oral tradition with his poetry using local imagery and idioms, and of simple and direct language. "It affirms valuable continuity with pre-colonial African culture synthesized with other cultures to create something unique.” – Dr. Chris Okemwa, Author, Poet and Lecturer in Literary Studies.
“The uniqueness of the anthology of this poetry lies in the thorough depiction of the culture of AbaGusii from different facets such as marriage, circumcision, religion, environment through poetry. The work resembles great poetry such as Song of Lawino and Song of Ocol.” – Dr. Andrew Nyongesa, Editor and Literary Scholar
Beauty Under The Sky and Other Poems ...
Beauty under the sky And other poems
This is an easy to read pocket book. It contains 48 pieces of heartwarming poetry, beautifully written in rhymes and alliteration.
It's themes are reflective of the need to preach hope, possibilities and appreciation of life. The themes herein are embedded in four pillars. These are Love, Family, Nature and Life.
What do the readers say?
''The poems reveal the every beauty that God showcases to us, from the feelings, sceneries, events and attitudes of life. The diverse themes in the poems also makes the book interesting to read and covers literally any cycle of life. Short, precise, inspiring, touchy, deep, lovely are just a few words to describe the book. I keep on going back to the book. Thank you Jane'' Dickson so describes the book.
"The poetic flow of the book is easy to understand with a deeper meaning that makes it even more interesting to read anytime, anyday. Thank you Jane
.... looking forward to read more of your work,God bless you." Says Edward
"An interesting book of poems. The author touches on various aspects of society's stigmas and a person's life and emotions. A lot of effort has been put in and is a well recommended read. Thank you Jane" Jignesh Tailor reviews.
"The true definition of short, sweet and subtle. This book is a breath of fresh air for everyone going through life." Says Mark Denver
It is a beautiful experience turning every page.
Scholarly Research: Writing and Publi...
Scholarly Research: Writing and Publishing into Journals and Books captures the value, process and publication of research findings. The core thesis is that conducting research is uniquely significant as it is one of the age-old means of responding to the diverse questions that face humanity. Indeed, systematic, objective, and rigorous research form the basis of most cutting-edge discoveries in the history of mankind.
Conducting research is one step in the knowledge construction enterprise; dissemination is the other. Unless research results are disseminated, their significance is considerably undermined. Dissemination ensures that claims made by a researcher are interrogated, shaped, and re-interpreted by peers which forms the basis of additional scholarly discourse and calls for further research, ad infinitum. Dissemination also ensures that research findings reach policy makers and inform policy formulation.
While findings from research can be disseminated through a number of outlets, this book focuses on academic publishing in books and journals. It describes the core principles in academic research and its reporting, guided by time-tested conventions that have evolved in the field over time.
We discuss, as a foundation, what scholarly research is and explore writing for scholarly publication in the form of journals and books. It is hoped that this work will generate intellectual conversations, amongst our research peers and beyond, especially with regard to the broad concept of epistemology in practice.
Reminiscing Wonderland
Praise for Dr. Mong'are Bw'Onyancha's Reminiscing Wonderland
“Interesting stories! ...some brought me to tears. Others were enthralling. I was moved by Molo's life story and captivated by the coming of age stories.”
Cindy, Editor
“Reminiscing Wonderland. The narrator's imagination perceives his new school as a magical dreamland, a 'Once upon a time perfect home 'until he encounters 'stains' which threaten to curtail his aspirations. His learner's enthusiasm, just like in the novel, The African Child, is without parallel. He is like an arrow on the hunter's bow, ready to go. Molo is one of the hurdles he has to overcome. Superficially, Molo is portrayed as a cold, stone-hearted troublemaker. Yet, the writer delves into his stained life. By the end, the reader sympathizes with the concept of his being, relationships, and nurturing (compare with the novels, A Grain of Wheat and Crime and Punishment, where main characters don't have close trusted relationships and how they reap what they sow). Good defeats evil, and there is the hope of redemption and support systems to the purest of state. With the passage of time and increase in human activities, all life in Wonderland will be altered in some way (Paradise Lost, Wonderland Stained).”
The Scavengers
Scavengers is a story of twists and turns in relationships, and personal interests, that all make a complex entangled web in a community that straddles the traditional and modern. It is a tale of widowhood occasioned by close family friends, the clash of views on a widow’s and masculinity’s place in society. … will there is justice? Or even, poetic justice? Moreover, this is a story about a mother who faces challenges in raising a son to become a professional she would be proud of, only to be disappointed that a child, even having qualified into one of the most prestigious professions, can reject it as her dream! He would pursue his own career course!
What others say
“The content is factual. The writer captures real life situations where our goodness, at some point, can cost our lives. Not all good deeds are repaid with goodness.” – Rose Kenya Kong’ani, teacher and editor.
The Song of a Blacksmith and Totems o...
The Song of a Blacksmith and Totems of Abagusii provides insights into two aspects of Abagusii that have not previously
been written in this level of detail. First are totems of Abagusii clans and how these came to be. There are insights that inform why, for instance, the Abagirango came to be associated with the leopard. This is in addition to the origins of some clans of Abagusii. Stories of totems of Abagusii clans are similar to stories
told by other ethnic groups that may have similar origins or interacted with Abagusii in their sojourns. Further research into how this came to be would unearth the relations that may exist among these ethnic groups. The second area is on spiritual matters, including phenomena, roles and some spiritual manifestations in the Gusii community. A number of spiritual roles
are discussed, including the purpose of these roles and how individuals were consecrated to assume them. The elaborate processes that were required for consecration underline the importance accorded to those roles. While many people may not relate to the work in this book, it nonetheless provides good insights into the society that Abagusii lived in.
Guidance and Counselling: A Handbook ...
Teaching minus counselling is like faith without action, which is dead (James 2:26). Dr. Charles Tinega's more than twenty-five (25) years' teaching sojourn provides a perfect experience that he now wants to share with you: most excellent Theophilus (Luke 1:3). With respect to guidance and counselling, the experience is revealed in this simple, practical, and heartfelt handbook.
Indiscipline in institutions of learning poses a great challenge not only to young people but also to society at large. This is compounded by life-threatening phenomena such as HIV/AIDS and the COVID-19 pandemic, as well as drugs and other dangerous and addictive substances. All these undermine the provision of quality education to the youth in institutions of learning.
Guidance and Counselling: a Handbook for Teachers and Students starts off the presentation of the topical issues with a captivating motivational story dubbed "Parable of a Foolish Bee", which captures the need for young people to respect elders in society. The book goes on to offer guidelines on formulating a code of conduct, especially for secondary schools in Kenya. This is beneficial to institutions that have not yet had an elaborate copy of school rules and regulations or those wishing to revise the existing ones.
Foundation Music Learners Grade 6
This is the fifth for the competency-based curriculum. The course book is intended for use by Grade 5 learners.
The keys features of the book include:
- Adequate coverage of the of the new curriculum concepts and skills, with a strong activity orientation
- Deliberate use of local songs that learners can easily identify with
- Clear easy-to-follow learning steps
- Attractive illustrations that will enhance the understanding and appreciation of the text
- A number of activities that reinforce the learning process.
The book comes with a separate comprehensive teacher's guide.
Foundation Music Learners Grade 5 by ...
Competency-based Curriculum Foundation Music Teacher's Guide for Grade 5
This teachers' guide has been written to be used by teachers of music for Grade Five. It is based on the new competency-based curriculum for primary schools. The book offers helpful suggestions on the teaching and learning of music. Among its key features are:
• Suggestions on how to infuse the core competencies and values in the learning activities
• a systematic guide on the activities content
• an account of the preparations for the teacher prior to the lesson
• sample scheme of work and lesson plan to assist the teacher achieve specified outcomes
• suggested learning activities and exercises as a guide to the teacher in shaping the learner's creativity
• illustrations, photographs and diagrams,
• suggestions on use of digital devices for digital literacy.
The book is comprehensive, easy to use, and emphasizes the use of affordable and locally available materials within the school environment.
Foundation Music Grade 4 by Florence ...
Foundation Music Learner's Book for Grade 4 This is the fourth book in the new series of Foundation Music written specifically for the competence-based curriculum. The coursebook is intended for use by Grade 4 learners.
Adequate coverage of the new curriculum concepts and skills, with a strong activity orientation. The deliberate use of local songs that learners can easily identify with. Clear, easy-to-follow learning steps. Attractive illustrations that will enhance the understanding and appreciation of the text. A number of activities that reinforce the learning process.
The book comes with a separate comprehensive teacher's guide.
Foundation Music Students Book 3 by G...
Foundation Music Students Book 3 is a comprehensive music book that covers the form 3 syllabus. Written by Gabriel Musungu, this book exhausts all the major areas in music that are tested in the form 3 course. With this book, you are confident that you won't miss anything that is tested in form 3 music
Utando Wa Ushairi by Derrick Masika
Guitar Book for Kids
Beginner Guitar Lessons by Daniel Mat...
Dead Manners: An Anthology of New Age...
DEAD MANNERS: An Anthology of New Age Poetry is a maiden Read Us Africa collection that features 50 poets(both budding and established) from 10 African countries.
The poets in this anthology lucidly sum up their emotions with brevity, simplicity, and earnestness, sailing the reader on a journey into Africa through the 10 explicit themes of love, morality, gender equality, identity, poverty, exploitation, justice, religion, education, and climate.
DAY 365 – Finding My Way In Eve...
I RAN EVERY DAY FOR A YEAR!
Read the story of how Muindi ran every day for 365 days. The year-long challenge helped him overcome depression and alcoholism, changed his life for the better and helped him build consistency and discipline in achieving his goals. He shares this and hopes to inspire you to build consistency and discipline in pursuing your goals.
Living your Purpose by Veronica Kanja
Living your Purpose is a best seller book that offers illuminating insights on how we can be conquerors of our lives and mindsets, to achieve success and purpose.
The book is a guide and companion towards encouraging people to be resilient despite the challenges of life in order to discover and fulfill their purpose on earth.
The book also focusses on sensitive issues happening in the world right now and how we can promote social justice and live peacefully with one another.
We are reminded not be afraid of challenges in life which may give us a purpose and greater results to live for.
It consistently and firmly focusses on key life changing pillars such as forgiveness, inner healing , faith and patience among others , which are needed for harmonious co-existence in the world that we live in presently.
We are encouraged to use our talents and abilities to make the world a better place to live in.
The Colour of The Sun by Achieng Opiyo
The Colour of the Sun is a delicate series of notes, it is through uncovering these notes that true human nature is revealed to the reader.
It is through the colour of the sun that Ensley sees freedom and realizes that love is not an end in itself but a beginning without end in sight, for her husband, Smith thought to be her soulmate has hidden intentions that take an unintended journey to the forest to be revealed.
She discovers something else, her life has been marked by loneliness and infatuations coiled as love. The Colour of the Sun is a story of love, lust, tears, crime and passion.