Yomi and the Fury of Ninki Nanka

A fun, fresh and fast-paced series based on African mythology, YOMI is an adventure full of heart and humour.

Yomi and her younger brother Kayode are supposed to be on the trip of a lifetime visiting The Gambia with their Uncle Olu. Instead, their uncle's work has made this the most boring holiday ever! But when Yomi witnesses the Dragon King, Ninki Nanka, being kidnapped from the sky, things get a lot more exciting. Determined to save him, Yomi and Kayode uncover secrets and meet many magnificent beasts - but will it be enough to save Ninki Nanka?

BEAST QUEST meets Pokémon, the series is perfect for fans of HOW TO TRAIN YOUR DRAGON, FUTURE HERO and DRAGON MOUNTAIN.

About the author

Davina Tijani is a speculative fiction writer for adults and children with a passion for world mythology, which she enjoys incorporating into her writing. She grew up an avid lover of films and books - especially Star Wars, which sparked a lifelong love of storytelling in all its forms. Davina was born in London, United Kingdom where she currently lives.Adam Douglas-Bagley is an illustrator and storyteller from South London with a deep passion for creating fantastical worlds and populating them with an array of whimsical characters. He has always created illustrations with a story in mind and many of the books Adam read as a child still heavily inspire his work today. He hopes to one day inspire the next generation of illustrators to pick up a pencil and start spinning their own tales. Adam won a Commended place in the 2020 FAB Prize.

Summary

Yomi and Kayode are in Gambia, on the holiday of a lifetime, when they see the Dragon King, Ninki Nanka, being kidnapped from the sky. Will they be able to rescue him?

Product details

• Authors: Davina Tijani
• Assisted by: Adam Douglas-Bagley (Illustration)
• Publisher: Bounce
• Languages: English
• Age Recommendation: ages 7 to 9
• Product format: Paperback / Softback
• Released: 06.07.2023
• EAN: 9781788956123
• ISBN: 978-1-78895-612-3
• No. of pages: 176
• Series: The Nkara Chronicles
• Subjects: Children's and young people's books; JUVENILE FICTION / Action & Adventure / General, JUVENILE FICTION / Family / Parents, JUVENILE FICTION / Girls & Women, Gambia, JUVENILE FICTION / Legends, Myths, Fables / African, JUVENILE FICTION / Social Issues / Friendship, Little Tiger Fiction Studio, books for 6 7 8 9 year olds, Pokemon Percy Jackson Beast Quest