Possessing the Secret of Joy

Diplomatic Pounds

Diplomatic Pounds was written by Ama Ata Aidoo and narrated by the talented Tayo Elesin. This is a story which explores a mother's struggle to understand her daughter's weight problems.

Possessing the Secret of Joy

Possessing the Secret of Joy was written by Chika Unigwe and narrated by Sade Adeniran. It's a story which attempts to show us the silver linings that exist in a world full of clouds.

Condoling the Twins

Condoling the Twins is written by Chuma Nwokolo and narrated by the talented Tayo Elesin. This is a story which examines the differences of how twin sisters living in different countries, receive the news of the passing of a loved one.

Going Home

Chibunu Onuzo reads her own story Going Home, which explores the challenges faced by a father who would like to take his mixed race family home for the Christmas holidays.

Man of the House

Joy Elias Riwan narrates Man of the House. A young boy misunderstands the nature of death when his father passes away. So he writes to the angels demanding his return, because amongst other things; he needs his father to take him to watch their favourite drivers racing at the Monaco Grand Prix.