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What a Time to Be Alone

By: Chidera Eggerue
Narrated by: Chidera Eggerue
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Summary

One of VOGUE's 6 Female Writers to Read in 2018

It's not always easy to find self-worth in a world that seems obsessed with telling us we're not good enough. Empowering, intimate and full of heart, this highly anticipated debut audiobook from the online sensation 'The Slumflower', aka Chidera Eggerue, the unstoppable force behind the groundbreaking movement #SAGGYBOOBSMATTER, is essential listening for all young women. It's time to take charge of your life.

In What a Time to Be Alone, The Slumflower will be your life guru, confidante and best friend. She'll show you that being alone is not just okay: it's just about the best freaking thing that's ever happened to you. As she says, 'You're bad as hell and you were made with intention.' It's about time you realised. Peppered with insightful Igbo proverbs from Chidera's Nigerian mother and narrated by the author, this audiobook will help you to navigate the modern world. We can all decide our own fates, and Chidera shows us how, using a three-part approach filled with sass, wisdom and charm.

Learn how to celebrate you - decide your self-worth, take time to heal and empower yourself in this messy world.

Don't worry about them - avoid other people's demons and realize that everyone is protecting themselves from something - no matter how aggressive their method.

Feel the togetherness in US - sustain and grow healthy relationships and avoid toxicity in your friendships.

Own your story. Create your own narrative. Listen to this audiobook. #WATTBA

©2018 Chidera Eggerue (P)2019 W.F. Howes Ltd

Critic reviews

"Categorically one of the coolest women in Britain." (Cosmopolitan)

"The Millennial Mastermind." (ELLE)

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  • 16-02-19

great great great

loved it, finished with ease. will read many times I'm sure. recommended for anyone. Africa stand up!

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Loved it. Going to listen again straight away

So many thought provoking nuggets. I have to book too.
I’ve really enjoyed listening to it. So much so I’m going straight back around. I need this to seep into me!

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Simple and profound wisdom, to the point

Great narration and stories to illustrate each argument. A simple wisdom book in modern times.

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Some really helpful nuggets

I enjoyed her narration and how she focused on relationships in general and not just romantic ones.
One thing that stood out to me that I will take away is that there are people out there who are willing to meet my standards without even trying.
Helpful book.

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Everything I needed to hear

This is a book that spoke to me like a good friend who wants to See me shine but sees me doing too much for others. I read it twice. Will read it again and again. I will also pass it on but make my friends buy it so my queen can get her coin!!!

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Chidera’s work is timeless, unapologetic, and empowering. It’s given me a lot to reflect and to continue to reflect in the future. I’m grateful for her shared insight.

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fantastic book

Great read to fall back in love with yourself. easy to read/listen too. have listened many many times

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Raw and real

Absolutely loved the book. Is amazing how right the author and how we choose to jave a blind eye for things that don't serves us a purpose any longer. Relationships that are toxic but we continue to hold on to the hope that maybe that person will change for us. Thank you to the author for being so raw and real.

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incredible

exactly what I needed right now, thank you for sharing your knowledge and wisdom. so excellent to listen to swell, your narrated perfectly!

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Life-changing

I was recommended this book after a difficult breakup. It changed my perspective on how to handle life, relationships (both romantic and non-romantic) and most importantly to value myself above all else. This is a book that I will continue to re-read and will recommend to all friends and family.

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