I love animals and mythical creatures, so you’ll see plenty of them along the way. It follows two Black teens who enter a magical jungle to find a monster, but get much more than they bargained for. What can readers expect?īeasts of Prey is the amalgamation of basically all of my favorite young adult fantasy element. Your debut novel, Beasts of Prey, is out September 28 th 2021! If you could only describe it in five words, what would they be? Even now, it has a special place in my heart. White! It was my first chapter book, and I remember feeling so proud after I’d finished it! I ran straight to my grandma to tell her all about it, and I was very deeply attached to it as a little girl.

I’ve been telling stories for as long as I can remember, but started writing around age 8 or 9! I used to write in notebooks and journals, but felt a special thrill when I got to sit at the family desktop and type my stories onto the page! Quick lightning round! Tell us the first book you ever remember reading!Ĭharlotte’s Web by E.B. When did you first discover your love for writing? Hello! My name is Ayana and I am, among many things, a writer who loves story full of magic, and preferably monsters! I currently live in Little Rock, Arkansas with my family and my somewhat devious goldendoodle puppy, Dolly. We chat with debut author Ayana Gray about her YA fantasy release Beasts of Prey, along with book recommendations, writing, and more! Hi, Ayana! Can you tell our readers a bit about yourself? But the longer they're kept apart, the harder their loyalties are tested.Īn extraordinary adventure inspired by Pan-African mythology, from New York Times bestselling author Ayana Gray.In this much-anticipated series opener, fate binds two Black teenagers together as they strike a dangerous alliance to hunt down the creature menacing their home-and uncover ancient deadly secrets. Separated by land, sea, and gods, Koffi and Ekon will have to risk everything. But as he treks into the greater wilds of Eshoza in search of her, he must also contend with secrets his ancestors never wanted him to know. Now Koffi is a servant to the god of death, and must choose between the life she once had, or the life she could have if she truly embraced her power.Įkon is on the run from the ancient brotherhood he betrayed, and desperate to find Koffi: the girl who saved his life.

Koffi, gifted with powerful magic, has saved the boy she loves - at a terrible price. A masterpiece of magic' - Namina Forna, New York Times bestselling author of The Gilded Ones on Beasts of Prey 'A fast-paced, rip-roaring ride that grabs you by the throat and never lets you go. The powerful and magical sequel to the instant New York Times bestseller BEASTS OF PREY, perfect for fans of AN EMBER IN THE ASHES, SHADOW AND BONE and THE GILDED ONES.

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