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Yomi and the Fury of Ninki Nanka

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Yomi and the Fury of Ninki Nanka by Davina Tijani takes readers on an exciting adventure as Yomi and her best friend face the mythical Ninki Nanka, a furious dragon-like creature from West African folklore. Set in a vibrant world filled with magic and challenges, the story follows the duo's courageous journey to protect their village from the creature's wrath, discovering inner strength and resilience along the way. The book is a captivating tale for children, blending mythology with themes of friendship and bravery.
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Format: Paperback / softback
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You might enjoy this book if you're interested in a magical adventure featuring mythical creatures, courageous characters, and a journey filled with excitement and danger. It's perfect for young readers who love stories about bravery, friendship, and the fantastical world of African folklore. This captivating tale expertly combines heartwarming lessons with thrilling escapades.

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Yomi and the Fury of Ninki Nanka

Yomi and Kayode are in Gambia, on the holiday of a lifetime, when they see the Dragon King, Ninki Nanka, being kidnapped from the sky. Will they be able to rescue him?

Yomi and Kayode are in Gambia, on the holiday of a lifetime, when they see the Dragon King, Ninki Nanka, being kidnapped from the sky. Will they be able to rescue him?

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A fun, fresh and fast-paced series based on African mythology, YOMI is an adventure full of heart and humour.

Yomi and her younger brother Kayode are supposed to be on the trip of a lifetime visiting The Gambia with their Uncle Olu. Instead, their uncle’s work has made this the most boring holiday ever! But when Yomi witnesses the Dragon King, Ninki Nanka, being kidnapped from the sky, things get a lot more exciting. Determined to save him, Yomi and Kayode uncover secrets and meet many magnificent beasts – but will it be enough to save Ninki Nanka?

BEAST QUEST meets Pokémon, the series is perfect for fans of HOW TO TRAIN YOUR DRAGON, FUTURE HERO and DRAGON MOUNTAIN.

Series: The Nkara Chronicles

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INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781788956123

Publisher: Little Tiger Press Group

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 06 July 2023

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Stripes Publishing

Contributors:

  • Illustrated by Adam Douglas-Bagley

Audience: Children

DIMENSIONS

Width: 129.0mm

Height: 198.0mm

Weight: 0g

Pages: 176

About the Author

Davina Tijani is a speculative fiction writer for adults and children with a passion for world mythology, which she enjoys incorporating into her writing. She grew up an avid lover of films and books - especially Star Wars, which sparked a lifelong love of storytelling in all its forms. Davina was born in London, United Kingdom where she currently lives.

Adam Douglas-Bagley is an illustrator and storyteller from South London with a deep passion for creating fantastical worlds and populating them with an array of whimsical characters. He has always created illustrations with a story in mind and many of the books Adam read as a child still heavily inspire his work today. He hopes to one day inspire the next generation of illustrators to pick up a pencil and start spinning their own tales. Adam won a Commended place in the 2020 FAB Prize.

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