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Aida, Hurray for Somo and OthersBy:Austin Ejiet Although the stories are wholly fictional, they encapsulate three decades of Uganda’s violent history and, more importantly, the responses of human beings to crises engendered by pain and sustained brutality, giving credence to Albert Camus’ assertion that there is more to admire in men than to despise. About the Author Austin Ejiet was born in Uganda in May 1951. He was educated at Makerere University, the University of Stirling in Scotland, and Marquette University, USA. Before leaving Makerere after 25 years of service, he designed and incorporated into the curriculum of the Department of Literature, a course on creative writing, which continues to enjoy unprecedented success and popularity. He is now a consultant and full-time writer, taking time off once a week to produce the award-winning newspaper column ‘Take It or Leave It’, initially for the Sunday Monitor and now for the Sunrise newspapers. Release date:1999 Language:English
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Do I Have to Kneel?By:Patrica Howard Patricia Howard Namuli, the heroine of this novel, battles her way from an isolated village to international recognition. She meets diff erent obstacles, varied prejudices and the enigmas of her own uncertainty as a student, a professional and mother. She also has a great love story. Her character is based on a real life Ugandan and her story gives readers a vivid picture of the century from the 1950s to the 70s. Release date:2004 Language:English
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First steps in understanding poetry: Guide for Secondary school studentsBy:Y. N Kitayimbwa Release date: Language:English
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Footprints of The OutsiderBy:Julius Ocwinyo 'As an att empt to describe Uganda's recent past, Footprints of the outsider surpasses anything I have ever read-¦ The author chose a district, drew it, and told its story through a variety of representative people-¦ consequently we believe his story Prof. Taban Lo Liyong Release date:2003 Language:English
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Going SoloBy:Hope Keshubi Winner - Uganda Writers' Prize 2001 Mary Release date:1997 Language:English
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I will Not FailBy:Madinah Nakandha Kisubi In this book, Namukose does not want to end up like her mother, poor and bullied by her husband, Namukose’s father. She wants to do well in school and have a career. Because of her determination and courage, therefore, she manages to overcome some tough challenges on her path and eventually succeeds. This story examines the destinies of girls who happen to be born in Africa, whose lot is often marked by forced exit from school, early marriage, and relentless misery. It celebrates women’s inner strength and their centrality to the well-being of humanity. It gives a human face to the many trials and tribulations, as well as cultural constraints that the girl-child should be ready to face. It also points out the opportunities that will open themselves up to the girl who remains steadfast in her ambitions. About Author Madinah Nakandha Kisubi was born in Bugiri district, eastern Uganda. She holds an MA in Education Management at Pacific Western University in the USA. She has taught in several schools in Uganda and served as a counsellor and woman leader in her community. Madinah has set herself the mission to see girl-children excel in every aspect of socio-economic and political development. Release date:2007 Language:English
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