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Gado Books Ethiopia's newest book publishers!

Happy International Children’s Book Day to all the book lovers whose childhoods have been—and continue to be—touched by ...
02/04/2025

Happy International Children’s Book Day to all the book lovers whose childhoods have been—and continue to be—touched by the magic of fairytales! Celebrated since 1967, this year’s theme is all about the freedom of imagination, and at Gado, we imagine a world where every child can experience the incredible fairytales that filled our childhoods with joy and wonder, giving us the courage to become dreamers and storytellers ourselves. Let’s get more stories out there and keep the magic alive for the next generation.

Project Akaakilee is a project aimed at building a literary bridge between Ethiopian children and children around the gl...
09/01/2025

Project Akaakilee is a project aimed at building a literary bridge between Ethiopian children and children around the globe by sharing fairytales that have been told across the world for generations. Our first collections will include tales from Ethiopia, Arabia, and Europe, all told in Afaan Oromoo.

These books are being illustrated by our talented art team and translated and written by professionals here at Gado, ensuring that you and your family can read and enjoy these amazing stories.

Qurxummi kiyyeessitu fi haadha manaa isaa waliin wal-baraa. Gaaf tokko, kiyyeessitun kuni qurxummi hawwii namaa guutuu d...
09/01/2025

Qurxummi kiyyeessitu fi haadha manaa isaa waliin wal-baraa.

Gaaf tokko, kiyyeessitun kuni qurxummi hawwii namaa guutuu danda’u qabataa. Haa taʼu malee, fedhiin haadha manaasaa dhumaa waan hin qabneef, hawwii ofii isaanitiin rakkoo hamaaf saaxilamu.

Great books not only ignite curiosity but also expand our vocabulary, helping us think more clearly and express ourselve...
08/01/2025

Great books not only ignite curiosity but also expand our vocabulary, helping us think more clearly and express ourselves with greater confidence. Reading broadens our ability to communicate and articulate ideas, making us more effective in both our personal and professional lives.

For younger minds, exposure to literature opens doors to endless possibilities. By introducing children to the world of books, we give them the chance to fall in love with stories—and, in doing so, journey through time, live a thousand lives, and visit countless worlds. Stories spark imagination, revealing what is possible in their lives while embedding moral lessons, deeper values, and timeless wisdom through great folktales, fairy tales, and children's stories.

Project Akaakilee seeks to inspire and empower children, parents, and teachers by providing tools to cultivate a lifelong love of reading.

"Americanah by Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie, an award-winning novel from the esteemed Nigerian writer, explores Ifemelu’s jo...
08/01/2025

"Americanah by Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie, an award-winning novel from the esteemed Nigerian writer, explores Ifemelu’s journey through romance, belonging, and identity as she navigates her studies and blogging in the U.S. The novel delves into the challenges of reintegrating into her culture after adopting American habits and values during her time abroad. The story also follows her return to Nigeria, showing how her integration into Western culture affects how others perceive her. This novel offers a fresh and compelling perspective on return migration and identity."

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"Literature has been one of the greatest drivers of society for thousands of years. We have preserved the records of anc...
26/12/2024

"Literature has been one of the greatest drivers of society for thousands of years. We have preserved the records of ancestors, communities, and nations—our authors serving as the voices that communicate ideals, beliefs, and ways of life to future generations. What message will our generation pass on to the future?"

"Mario Vargas Llosa, Nobel Prize-winner and author of The Time of the Hero, drew from personal experiences to craft the ...
26/12/2024

"Mario Vargas Llosa, Nobel Prize-winner and author of The Time of the Hero, drew from personal experiences to craft the novel. He was recognized 'for his cartography of structures of power and his trenchant images of the individual’s resistance, revolt, and defeat.' As one of South America's most popular novelists, journalists, and essayists, his works provide insight into the nature of authority and offer a deeper understanding of the history and culture of South America.

Join us, we will continue exploring other authors who have shaped literature."

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"Ever wondered what awards are given for science fiction and fantasy works? The Hugo Award is one of the most prestigiou...
25/12/2024

"Ever wondered what awards are given for science fiction and fantasy works? The Hugo Award is one of the most prestigious prizes in these categories. First presented in 1953, the award is named after science fiction publisher and editor Hugo Gernsback."

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"Gabriel García Márquez was a Colombian novelist and one of the greatest writers of the 20th century. He was awarded the...
24/12/2024

"Gabriel García Márquez was a Colombian novelist and one of the greatest writers of the 20th century. He was awarded the Nobel Prize for Literature in 1982 in recognition of his groundbreaking work, One Hundred Years of Solitude. García Márquez is one of the most celebrated Latin American writers in history."

("Gabriel Garcia Marquez" by Jose Lara, licensed under CC BY-SA 2.0, via Wikimedia Commons.)

Seenaa oduu durii Raappuunzel keessatti ilmi mootichaa sagalee Raappuunzeliin booji’ame dargaggeessa miidhagaa fi garaa ...
19/12/2024

Seenaa oduu durii Raappuunzel keessatti ilmi mootichaa sagalee Raappuunzeliin booji’ame dargaggeessa miidhagaa fi garaa jaalalaa qabu ture. Gamoon Raappuunzel keessa turte kara ittiin ol seenan dhabus, kun akka inni ishee hin argineef isa daangessuu hin dandeenye. Kara ittiin ishee argu argachuuf yeroo itti hin fudhanne. Haa ta’u malee jaalala isaanii milkeessuun aarsaa guddaa isa kaffalsiiseera.

"The Caine Prize for African Writing is an annual literary award for the greatest short stories by African writers, rega...
19/12/2024

"The Caine Prize for African Writing is an annual literary award for the greatest short stories by African writers, regardless of where they live, published in the English language. The award grants great prestige, as those who win often go on to gain world acclaim, as well as a prize of $10,000.
The Caine Prize highlights the beauty and power of African literature, which is what we here at Gado aim to achieve.

Together, let's celebrate the brilliance of African storytelling and build a future where our literature leads the world stage.

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"Great Expectations by Charles Dickens follows the life of a boy named Pip in a story filled with themes of wealth and p...
19/12/2024

"Great Expectations by Charles Dickens follows the life of a boy named Pip in a story filled with themes of wealth and poverty, love and rejection, and personal growth through moral awakening. Pip has great expectations but also a terrible flaw: he is quite ungrateful to the people who help him on his journey through life, which leads him to learn some of the tougher sides of reality. The story is also filled with a variety of eccentric and rich characters. This novel imparts important life lessons about the need for gratitude and valuing the people who support us."

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