Stories Worth Reading

ADULT FICTION

Jake Adebayo was twenty-one and hopelessly in love with a girl who hadn’t yet noticed. Stephanie Ike was eighteen, and just starting to. Twenty-four years later, they meet again — across a negotiating table in Nairobi.

A story of love, identity, family, and the choices that shape our lives, Interrupted explores what happens when the past unexpectedly finds its way back into the present.

CHILDREN'S BOOKS

Stories for Young Readers

From family adventures and friendship to courage, confidence, and the everyday experiences of growing up, these stories invite young readers to imagine, explore, and find their own rhythm.

The Big Assist

Simi's Dance of Courage

Simi Goes to the Airport

Thirteen-year-old Kelechi Adebayo loves football and the thrill of making things happen. But during a big training match, he discovers that sometimes the most important play is the pass that puts someone else in position to shine.

A warm, uplifting story about friendship, self-belief, family, and finding your own rhythm. When Simi's confidence begins to disappear, she discovers that courage sometimes means simply dancing anyway.

Simi has never been to an airport before. When Aunty comes to Abuja from Lagos, Simi goes with Mummy to meet her — and discovers a whole new world of planes, people, announcements, suitcases, and exciting places.

Fifteen-year-old Tunde Adebayo thinks he can escape a haircut — until his mum catches him on the morning of his school's biggest football match.Tunde Adebayo's story of football, family, mischief, and an unexpected haircut before the big game.

The Adebayo Brothers Stories, Book 1

Buzz Cut and Ball Games

The Adebayo Brothers Stories, Book 2

Explore Triple C Kids, Lydia Odeh's children's publishing imprint, and discover stories created for young readers.