This episode is all about literary prizes. Our guest is the 2020 winner of the Caine Prize, Irenosen Okojie, and Book Lounge staff talk about some Booker-longlisted novels. Luami recommends ‘How Much of These Hills is Gold’ by C Pam Zhang, Unathi recommends ‘The Shadow King’ by Maaza Mengiste, Jess enjoyed ‘Such a Fun Age’ by Kiley Reid and Mervyn recommends both ‘Shuggie Bain’ by Douglas Stuart and ‘Real Life’ by Brandon Taylor.
Hosted by Vasti Calitz and produced by Andri Burnett