Figgy Takes the City

Figgy and her friend Nana win scholarships to attend school in Ghana’s big city, Accra. The city is exciting, and full of new friends and adventures. But when Nana begins acting strangely, and disappears, Figgy follows him to a place that is scary and sad.

She must convince Nana that he belongs, no matter where he comes from. And she learns that sometimes change is not so bad…especially if you have somewhere and someone to go home to.

* CBCA Notable Book 2018

* Shortlisted 2018 NSW Premier’s Literary Awards and the 2018 Prime Minister’s Literary Awards

Praise for Figgy Takes the City

‘This story is remarkable for its sparkling characterisation, authentic voices and evocation of setting.’
Judges - 2018 Prime Minister’s Literary Awards