Bibliophile’s Corner is a Goethe-Institut Lagos initiative designed to foster a love of literature. By highlighting and supporting vibrant literary communities like book clubs and libraries, we aim to create inclusive spaces where young people can critically engage with Nigerian and international literature. Our goal is to inspire and preserve literaryappreciation in the lives of Nigerian youths. We do this by platforming and democratizing information about book clubs, authors and texts we engage with. Learn more about the books we read via our blog and E-Zines.
In commemoration of World Book day, join Something Bookish, in collaboration with Goethe-Institut’s Bibliophile’s Corner Program for a Silent Reading Party like no other! We’re bringing book lovers together for an afternoon of fun, reading, and friendly bookish trivia.
The Book Club Lagos, established in 2012, is an organization that is dedicated to encouraging reading culture in open-minded young Nigerians. Bibliophile’s Corner facilitated the October 2024 edition where they discussed the book My Transition Hours by Former Nigerian President Goodluck Ebele Jonathan. The book elucidates the presidents time in service and his experiences representing Nigeria on the global arena.
In November, Bibliophile’s Corner facilitated Womens Group Lagos author reading and book club meeting on The Parlour Wife. Womens Group Lagos is a community of young phenomenal women creating a safe space discuss literature, form friendships and host events such as book swaps. The author of the months text, Foluso Agbaje, was present for an author reading and questions regarding the book. The Parlor Wife follows the story of a woman navigating life, marriage and relationships in 20th century Nigeria during the World War 2.
