Cover of Yacnii

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Luuqadda: somali
Daabacaaha: Somabooks
Bogagga: 261

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Yacnii is the debut novel by Nora Kahlil, written in Somali and nominated for the 2022 August Prize for Best Children’s and Youth Book. With warm humor and sharp social critique, the story explores themes of strong friendship, in-betweenness, grief, and belonging. It’s a powerful portrayal of youth navigating identity and community, especially relevant to Somali diaspora readers in Sweden and beyond.

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