Yes. The results are finally out!

The BREW Reader’s Choice Award winner for November 2021 is “Kuimba” by Priscilla B Shuler.

The book emerges as the undisputed victor of the BREW Readers’ Choice Award Book of the Month, captivating readers with its spellbinding narrative of faith, destiny, and the power of love in the face of adversity. Set against the backdrop of South Carolina in 1914, the novel follows the extraordinary journey of Ophelia Smith and her son Kuimba, whose heavenly gift of a divine voice sets him apart from the world around him. As Kuimba’s abilities to heal and commune with holy beings become known, jealousy and hatred threaten to tear him away from his divine destiny. Through Shuler’s masterful storytelling, readers are drawn into a world where miracles unfold and faith is tested, ultimately culminating in a breathtaking tale of courage, resilience, and the triumph of the human spirit. With its captivating characters, spiritual wonders, and poignant exploration of divine fate, “Kuimba” is a timeless masterpiece.

Here are some of what readers have to say about the book.

“Kuimba by Priscilla B. Shuler is a religious-themed book starring a strange blue-eyed boy with a heavenly voice. Armed with the power of love, Kuimba’s mission on earth is to deliver people from evil. As his miraculous deeds transform the lives of everyone around him, the book brings utter joy to the readers. Its smooth, slow tempo soothes the soul. Both religious and non-religious readers would love this spiritual, magical tale.” – Shrabastee Chakraborty

“Kuimba by Priscilla B. Shuler is a unique piece that layers historical fiction, magical realism, and mysticism. With outstanding character development and realistic dialogues, this book offers enlightenment of what happened in the aftermath of the abolition of slavery in the USA. The premise is original, the message is meaningful and the characters memorable.” – Andrea Fernandez

Congratulations, Priscilla, for the long-delayed yet well-deserved laurel!


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  1. All praise for KUIMBA is sent to our Heavenly Father. HE is worthy. This vessel is humbly grateful… and desires to convey her deepest appreciation for this Honor! ❤️

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