Jumia Books This time you return to yourself by Duduzile Nooleen Ngwenya and THINGS I NEVER SAID TO MYSELF by Duduzile Nooleen Ngwenya

this time you return to yourself by Duduzile Nooleen Ngwenya is a lyrical and introspective collection that explores the journey of coming home to one’s inner truth. Through evocative poetry and reflective prose, Ngwenya guides readers through themes of emotional healing, self-acceptance, and spiritual renewal.

The imagery of nature, memory, and quiet resilience weaves through each piece, offering a gentle but powerful invitation to pause, reflect, and reconnect. The book speaks to those who have felt fragmented by life’s demands and are seeking a path back to wholeness.

Key themes include:

Reclaiming identity after emotional rupture

The quiet power of solitude and introspection

Healing through self-compassion and mindfulness

The cyclical nature of growth and return

Ideal for Kenyan readers navigating personal transitions, emotional recovery, or spiritual awakening, Ngwenya’s voice resonates with authenticity and grace. Her work encourages readers to honor their pain, celebrate their strength, and embrace the journey inward.

In THINGS I NEVER SAID TO MYSELF, Duduzile Nooleen Ngwenya continues her poetic excavation of the inner world, this time focusing on the quiet, often painful truths we avoid telling ourselves. This collection is a brave confrontation with self-doubt, suppressed emotions, and the internalized narratives that shape our lives.

Ngwenya’s minimalist style—marked by sparse language and deep emotional resonance—creates space for reflection and revelation. Each piece feels like a whispered confession, a moment of reckoning, or a step toward self-forgiveness.

Themes explored include:

The emotional cost of silence and self-denial

Inner dialogue and the power of naming pain

Vulnerability as a path to liberation

The tension between self-protection and self-expression

This book is especially powerful for readers seeking emotional clarity, personal growth, or poetic affirmation. For Kenyan audiences, Ngwenya’s work offers a culturally resonant lens on healing, identity, and the courage to speak inward truths.