Aminta Dupuis Wins the Inaugural Iskanchi Book Prize

We are thrilled to announce that Aminta Dupuis's debut novel, The Child from Dindefello Falls, has won the inaugural Iskanchi Book Prize. The announcement was made via Zoom, featuring our outstanding shortlisted writers, who read excerpts from their manuscripts.

The Iskanchi Book Prize celebrates outstanding African literature and is proud to highlight Dupuis’s unique voice in contemporary storytelling. Aminta Dupuis, a literature professor, poet, and musician, has woven a narrative that captures the essence of African culture and resilience. Inspired by her profound admiration for the African continent and her commitment to social justice, Dupuis brings to life the story of Sonlio, a young Senegalese boy who embarks on a journey of discovery after the mysterious death of his mother.

Originally published in French by L’Harmattan in 2021, The Child from Dindefello Falls has been translated into English by Marybeth Timmermann.

The Iskanchi Book Prize, established by Iskanchi Press, aims to honor exceptional works by African writers and promote authentic African perspectives to a global audience. The prize includes a $1,500 award and the publication of the winning manuscript, with Dupuis’s novel scheduled for release in Fall 2025.