New Book "the Quest For The Gem of Arubia" Celebrates The Albino Child!

The Quest For The Gem of Arubia by Augusta Okon has been set for release on April 28th 2016 at the Goethe Institut, Lagos. Interesting activities have been lined up for the event. The Children’s fantasy story book celebrates Albinos (persons living with Albinism) and inspires them to live their dreams…check out a couple of blurbs about the book.

“In The Quest for the Gem of Arubia, Augusta Mmakamba Okon offers us a spell-binding African sci-fi that would fascinate children and adult readers as a parable of courage, hope, and redemption. The folktale-like narrative bristles with teeming characters, fantastic episodes, and the triumph of the human spirit represented by Omorege, the rejected Albino and The Odd One who becomes the cornerstone and avatar of his community. Laced with mystery, riddles, and suspense, the didactic tale encourages the reader to confront their worst fears, and to recognize that “Danger wiggles her waist delighted to see the one who dares her.” — Nduka Otiono, Award-winning writer and professor of African Studies, Carleton University, Ottawa, Canada

"A captivating tale of a young boy whose birth as an Albino in the kingdom was interpreted to mean doom, stemming from myths which cloaked their minds. Indeed it is a fascinating story of rejection, discrimination and bullying turned into acceptance, admiration and victory. A good read indeed”. -  Jake Epelle, CEO/Founder of The Albino Foundation, UN ALBINISM CHAMPION, DFID/ESSPIN-Consultant on Inclusive Education Policy & Advocacy & Expert on Albinism & Vulnerable Groups' Policy & Advocacy.

“The Quest for the Gem of Arubia’ is a riveting read, replete with fantasy, talking animals, magical drums, moral lessons and a scintillating quest. It is interspersed with beautiful pictures that bring the story to life. The story of Omorege is both inspiring, as it is poignant: one boy’s journey to surmount the odds that stand in his path owing to the colour of his skin and his unnerving special gifts. A must read for children of all ages as it is brims full with teaching moments, funny anecdotes, memorable parables, witty dialogue and ‘on-the –edge-of-your seat’ suspense. Augusta has skillfully spurn a tale that would surely endure through the ages – Jude Idada, author of “Didi Kanu and the Singing Dwarfs of the North,” “A Box of Chocolates,” and “By My Own Hands.”

Posted: at 22-04-2016 04:33 PM (9 years ago) | Newbie

So albinos still dey naija i tink say dem don use all of dem for sacrifice...
So any albino wey dey alive now na gold mine for cultists....

Posted: at 22-04-2016 06:18 PM (9 years ago) | Hero