The Lagos Flash Fiction Series:
Hilarious. Heartfelt. Unapologetically Nigerian.
Step into the vibrant, chaotic, and unforgettable world of Lagos through this addictive series of flash fiction collections. From the front seat of a ride-hailing cab to the bustling corridors of a new-generation bank, from luxury bakeries to lavish weddings (and the drama they invite),
The Lagos Flash Fiction Series
captures the city's pulse through the eyes of everyday professionals caught in extraordinary moments. Created by acclaimed Nigerian author
Tolulope Popoola
, known as
Africa's Flash Fiction Queen
, each collection introduces a new character navigating their life, career, and relationships against the backdrop of Nigeria's largest city.
Meet:
Bisi
, the wedding planner who's seen it all: runaway brides, sabotage, and scandal.
CJ
, the best man whose loyalty is tested with every ceremony.
Dayo
, the talented baker serving high-maintenance clients and narrowly escaping disasters.
Ladi
, the ride-hailing taxi driver with a degree and different adventures on the streets of Lagos.
Onome
, the junior banker juggling career chaos, side hustles, and suitors.
Fast-paced, witty, and packed with cultural flavour, these stories are perfect for readers who love bite-sized fiction with depth, drama, and humour. Whether you're Lagos-born or Lagos-curious, this series offers a front-row seat to the city's quirks, charms, and challenges, one unforgettable episode at a time.
Start anywhere. Read in any order. Each collection is a standalone delight.