Love in Color | Bolu Babalola

Love in Color: Mythical Tales From Around The World, Retold

Accolades & Praise

• Bestseller: A celebrated Sunday Times Bestseller and featured on BBC2's Between the Covers.
• Critical Acclaim: Meg Cabot calls it "Beautifully written and full of joy. Bolu Babalola is a star," while Jessie Burton notes, "Here is love as freedom, love as deep joy."

Extended Synopsis

In her dazzling debut collection, Bolu Babalola finds the most beautiful love stories from history and mythology and rewrites them with incredible new detail and vivacity. Focusing on the magical folktales of West Africa, Babalola also reimagines iconic Greek myths, ancient legends from the Middle East, and stories from countries that no longer exist in our world. She breathes breathtaking new life into iconic figures and introduces new heroines navigating the timeless complexities of romance and ambition.

Meet a high-born Nigerian goddess who feels beaten down and unappreciated by her gregarious lover, longing to be truly seen. Follow a young businesswoman attempting to make a great leap in her company and an even greater one in her love life, or a powerful Ghanaian spokeswoman forced to decide whether to uphold her family's politics or be true to her heart. Moving exhilaratingly across perspectives, continents, and genres, Love in Colour is a brilliant celebration of romance, autonomy, and the many vibrant dimensions of love.

About the Author

Bolu Babalola is a dynamic author and cultural commentator celebrated for her wit, warmth, and exquisite emotional depth. Her work often focuses on bringing joy, romance, and fresh perspectives to classic narratives and modern storytelling.

Reader Targeting

• Fans of diverse romance, mythology, and folklore retellings.
• Readers who enjoy character-driven short stories focused on women's autonomy and emotional journeys.
• Anyone looking for joyful, beautifully written tales that celebrate love in all its forms.

Bibliographic & Physical Specifications

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Love in Colour about?
It is a collection of vibrant short stories that reimagine classic love tales from history, folklore, and mythology, focusing on romance, autonomy, and deep joy.

What kinds of myths are included in the book?
The stories draw heavily from the magical folktales of West Africa, while also reimagining iconic Greek myths and ancient legends from the Middle East.

Is this a novel or a short story collection?
This book is a debut collection of standalone short stories tied together by the overarching theme of romance and mythological retellings.

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