The Myth of Mwari, the Shona High God
A richly woven retelling of Mwari, the distant creator of the Shona people, their cosmology, rituals, and enduring legacy.
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The Legend of the Shona Creation Story
A richly told retelling of the Shona creation myth: how Mwari shaped sky, earth, animals and the first people in the valleys of Zimbabwe
The Legend of the Nyami Nyami River God
A serpent god’s vigil over the Zambezi, torn from his wife by a human-made breaking of old rivers and longed-for reunions
The Girl Who Married a Lion
A Zimbabwean girl weds a stranger who is secretly a lion, leading her to learn courage, trust, and devotion.
Chipo and the Talking Drum
A young boy's quest to revive his village’s heart through ancient magic.
Guardian of the Great Zimbabwe Ruins
A forgotten kingdom, an ancient power, and a battle to save history itself.
The Lion and the Clever Jackal
A cunning jackal outwits a mighty lion in a battle of wits and survival.
The River Spirit of Muta
A cursed family, an angry river, and one woman’s fight to restore harmony.
The Story of the Lightning Bird
A warrior’s destiny is forged in the heart of the storm.
Nehanda’s Spirit and the Shona People of Zimbabwe
The untold legend of Mbuya Nehanda, the fearless spirit who defied colonial rule and inspired a nation’s fight for freedom.
Mwari’s Sacred Mountain
A young woman embarks on a journey to Zimbabwe’s sacred mountain, seeking wisdom, truth, and destiny.
The Tale of Chaminuka
A legendary prophet's journey to protect his people and unite a nation.
The Rainbird and the Crocodile
A Zimbabwean legend of courage, wisdom, and the delicate balance of nature.
The Story of the Wise Old Woman
A young man embarks on a perilous journey to discover ancient wisdom that could save his village.
