Love Grows Stronger in Death

Love Grows Stronger in Death
EditorTope Akintayo (curator)

Ibrahim Babátúndé Ibrahim (co-editor)

Basit Jamiu (co-editor)
GenreAnthology
PublisherWitsprouts Books
Publication dateMay 24, 2024
Media typePaperback, Ebook
Pages187
ISBN9789787880876

Love Grows Stronger in Death is an anthology of short stories[1], curated by Tope Akintayo, co-edited by Ibrahim Babatunde Ibrahim, and Basit Jamiu.[2] It was published in May 2024 by Witsprouts Books[3]. The anthology includes stories by 15 emerging writers, focusing on themes such as love, loss, and grief.[4]

Love Grows Stronger in Death is an anthology by Witsprouts Anthologies,[5][6] a platform that celebrates African literary brilliance and builds a community for emerging writers.[7]

Themes and Stories

Love Grows Stronger in Death examines the human experience of love, loss, and grief, and how unexplored affections and lost opportunities are felt more profoundly when loss happens.[5][8][9] The stories in this anthology provide new insights on the complexities of human relationships and the universal human experiences that connect us as human beings.[10] It also examines the experience of the characters with loss, especially with terminal diseases like Alzehmiers and cancer, and how this impacts the manner by which grieving individuals deal with society.[11][12]

Contributors

The anthology features stories by the following emerging writers from Africa:

  • Enit’ayanfe Ayosojumi Akinsanya
  • Roseline Mgbodichinma
  • Mustapha Enesi
  • Chinuzoke Chinuwa
  • Chourouq Nasri
  • David Ben Eke
  • Michael Chiedoziem Chukwudera
  • Chinonso Nzeh
  • Ayo Deforge
  • Elisha Oluyemi
  • Obinna Inogbo
  • Mohammed Babajide Mohammed
  • Aishat Adesanya
  • Miracle Elvis Ifesinachi
  • Thirikwa Nyingi

Reception

It has been criticized for its unique and interesting stories that address issues about love and death.[13][14][15] The language used by the authors and their skill in crafting interesting stories have been recognized. In reviewing this anthology, Chimezie Chika, in his article published in Afrocritik, stated: “While reviewing this anthology, it became apparent to me that even though this is a small sample of the deluge of writing coming out of Africa, Love Grows Stronger in Death represents, in many ways, the nature of writing being produced by young writers on the continent.”[13] Sunday Aikulola, in his review published in The Guardian, criticized the anthology for not having a fair share of women writers: “Love Grows Stronger in Death is a compelling read, filled with brilliant writing that draws the reader in from start to finish. It could, however, benefit from a more diverse range of contributors, particularly more female writers.”[1]

References

  1. 1 2 Nigeria, Guardian (2024-04-12). "Love grows stronger in death: An exploration of love in the face of loss". The Guardian. Lagos, Nigeria. Retrieved 2024-06-10.
  2. ↑ "Witsprouts Books Announces Release Date for "Love Grows Stronger in Death" Anthology". 2024-03-08. Retrieved 2024-06-10.
  3. ↑ "Love Grows Stronger in Death". Goodreads. Retrieved 2024-06-10.
  4. ↑ Ajose, Kehinde (2024-04-13). "Witsprouts Books to release anthology". The Punch. Retrieved 2024-06-10.
  5. 1 2 "Witsprouts Anthologies Enlists Advisory Board to Elevate African Literary Excellence - Afrocritik". 2023-06-13. Retrieved 2024-07-02.
  6. ↑ AbdulRahman, Haneefah (2023-06-08). "Press Release: Witsprouts Anthologies Announces Formation of Advisory Board". Witsprouts. Retrieved 2024-07-02.
  7. ↑ Nigeria, Guardian (2023-07-12). "How Tope Akintayo is building Witsprouts to foster a deeper engagement in African arts and culture". The Guardian. Lagos, Nigeria. Retrieved 2024-07-02.
  8. ↑ "COVER REVEAL | Love Grows Stronger in Death, edited by Basit Jamiu and Ibrahim Babatunde Ibrahim". brittlepaper.com. 7 March 2024. Retrieved 2024-06-10.
  9. ↑ "Cover Reveal: Love Grows Stronger in Death Anthology - JAY Lit". 2024-03-12. Retrieved 2024-06-10.
  10. ↑ TVC (2024-06-06). Book Chat: Love Grows Stronger In Death | Full Analyses By Tope Akintayo. Retrieved 2024-06-10 – via YouTube.
  11. ↑ "Reading Event for Witsprouts' "Love Grows Stronger in Death" explores mental health care". Nigerian Tribune. June 7, 2024. Retrieved July 2, 2024.
  12. ↑ "Love Grows Stronger in Death book reading event to commemorate Mental Health Awareness Month". 2024-05-22. Retrieved 2024-07-02.
  13. 1 2 Chika, Chimezie (2024-04-11). ""Love Grows Stronger in Death" Anthology Explores the Depth of Human Emotions Amidst Mortality - Afrocritik". Retrieved 2024-06-10.
  14. ↑ Kunrunmi, John-Paul (2025-01-03). "A Review of Love Grows Stronger in Death Anthology - JAY Lit". Retrieved 2025-01-08.
  15. ↑ Kan, Toni (2024-09-22). "To Grieve is to Love: A review of Love Grows Stronger in Death - Pius Ekemini". The Lagos Review. Retrieved 2025-01-18.
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