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Where African stories find their voice.

Book Cast Ng is Africa's home for art and literary conversations. We host weekly X Spaces, author features, open mics, reviews and community events for readers, writers and storytellers everywhere.

A community built around books

We believe African literature deserves more rooms — digital and physical — where readers can gather, discover new authors, and share honest reviews.

  • Weekly X Spaces on craft, publishing and reading life
  • Author features and conversations with African storytellers
  • Open mics, reviews and reader-led discussions

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Upcoming events

Spaces, open mics and features you don't want to miss.

BookCast Weekly Space: Short Story September
Friday 18 September

Join us on X Spaces as we discuss short stories, share recommendations, and spotlight emerging African writers.

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BookCast Open Mic & Review Night
Friday 2 October

An in-person evening of open readings, book reviews, and networking with fellow readers.

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Author features

Conversations with African writers, poets and publishers shaping the literary scene.

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Reader reviews

Honest takes on books we love — and a place to share your own recommendations.

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