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The International Book Show host Makonnen Sankofa welcomes guest Anthony Brogdon for a powerful discussion on Black history, business, and achievement. Discover Anthony Brogdon’s books, including Black Business Book, They Did It, and That’s My Land. From pioneering Black business owners to thriving historic Black towns across America, this discussion celebrates achievement, resilience, and “good…

On The International Book Show, host Makonnen Sankofa speaks with author and trauma coach Blaque Diamond about her powerful novel, The Ha”Bitch”ual Liar — a gripping story of trauma, emotional scars, revenge, and survival.

On this episode of The International Book show, host Makonnen Sankofa interviews psychotherapist and author Sherrine Barrows about her book, Love Without Disappearing: Staying Connected Without Losing Yourself. The discussion focuses on maintaining healthy relationships without losing one’s identity, covering topics such as attachment patterns, self-abandonment, and boundary-setting. Sherrine explains that the book’s 12 chapters…

In this episode of The International Book Show, host Makonnen speaks with author Leon Marshall about his book The Hidden Science of Melanin. Leon explores melanin as a vital component of human biology, describing it as a “chemical key to life” and explaining its presence in the brain, immune system, and overall bodily functions. He…

In this episode of The International Book Show, host Makonnen Sankofa speaks with early years educator and author Jamel Carly Campbell. They discuss his consultancy Bleu Carrot and his books Building Positive Relationships in the Early Years and Olu’s Teacher, focusing on relationships, representation, and early childhood development. Jamel shares insights from over 20 years…

The International Book Show host Makonnen Sankofa speaks with author Arwinder Kaur to explore her book, Living While Human, a memoir shaped by Arwinder’s journey from India to Canada, her career in social work and child protection, and her later transition into ecological advocacy. The book examines how modern life—defined by constant stimulation, information overload,…

This episode of The International Book Show spotlights Shadows and Deceit—a high-stakes thriller by author Kevin M Scott that puts covert operative Chuck Barnes at the centre of a deadly conspiracy. When the classified Black Rose file is compromised, Chuck is thrust into a world of betrayal, honey traps, poison, and assassins. From Las Vegas…

On The International Book Show, Makonnen Sankofa speaks with Danielle Hall about The Red of Blood and Roses, a dark fantasy series following two ordinary humans pulled into a forgotten world hidden from humanity, where they uncover the shocking truth that human history has been deliberately concealed. In The Red of Blood and Roses series,…

On The International Book Show, host Makonnen Sankofa interviews author Cashem “Cash” Holland to discuss the book, Boss Squad Money Adventures: The Concert Dilemma. Through storytelling, relatable characters, and real-life dilemmas, the book helps children explore saving, spending, peer pressure, and smart decision-making—all in a fun and accessible way. This episode highlights the power of…

Check out this latest episode of The International Book Show, where host Makonnen Sankofa speaks with author JC Amaechi. The discussion centres on her novel, Black Ink, White Paper, which follows Kambili, a Nigerian woman navigating London’s publishing world. The story explores themes of race, self-worth, and interracial relationships, while also digging deeper into the…