It is through stories that one discovers their heritage, forms opinions about places and people and let the wanders as to the possibilities of this world. Story telling is very powerful indeed as it can help shape a person perspective, ideas and opinions of themselves and of the world they live in. We invited the authors of ‘Princess Halima and The Kingdom Of Affia’ to discuss the importance of story telling.
‘Princess Halima and The Kingdom Of Affia’ was written by a mother (Lucy Fye) and her three daughters (Jainaba Fye, YaAdam Fye and Anna Fye) and was inspired by the birth of the first Guinean, Gambian and Tanzanian grandchild in the family, named Halima Bah.
Authors of Princess Halima and The Kingdom Of Affia
What is the book about?
https://twitter.com/PrincessOfAffia/status/784395239251406848
This children book not tells an exciting tale but also exposes the readers to different countries in Africa. One the impact of multicultural books to parents and children.
https://twitter.com/PrincessOfAffia/status/784398787687096320
It is no secret that Africa is not always fairly portrayed by mainstream media. However, story telling can help shape the image of Africa and provide a more complete and personal picture of the Continent and Its People.
On the importance of story telling when trying to change the narrative of/on Africa.
https://twitter.com/PrincessOfAffia/status/784400230510948352
Halima, the main character, is African and a girl. What are the implications of choosing such a character?
https://twitter.com/PrincessOfAffia/status/784402769553846273
On technology and its impact on oral tradition of story telling.
Technology has allowed us to document these stories + re-engage with our ancestry even if we aren't on the continent #Elle101 https://t.co/mijNQKgM7w
— Princess Halima 👑 (@PrincessHalima_) October 7, 2016
Technology bridging the gap and bring old stories/traditions to today #Elle101 https://t.co/yDZSIqJtX0
— Teakisi (@Teakisi) October 7, 2016
On the challenges they faced while writing the book.
Funding! We had to pool our own resources, didn't waste time trying to convince others that this story was worthwhile! #DIY #Elle101 https://t.co/55JQxYEMzK
— Princess Halima 👑 (@PrincessHalima_) October 7, 2016
As the authors assure us that there will be plenty more adventures from Princess Halima, we as them what is next?
We are creating a series of books with Halima traveling the continent, Next Stop is #Tanzania to meet her cousin Dalilah,Stay Tuned!#Elle101 https://t.co/pjCg3s13Wu
— Princess Halima 👑 (@PrincessHalima_) October 7, 2016
https://twitter.com/PrincessOfAffia/status/784409168555958273
#ELLE101 is our Twitter chat which takes place every first Friday of the month at 3pm (London Time). The chat which is hosted from our twitter account (@elleafrique), typically lasts for an hour and discusses different topics with a special guest. #ELLE101 provides you with the chance to network and grow your circle (and knowledge!) through shared interests.