Nothing Ever Happens Here by Sealey Patricia

Madume thinks his life is incredibly dull, believing the book's title to be true: Nothing Ever Happens Here. But everything changes in an instant when a loud noise shatters the peace of his day. Madume's friends are suddenly in grave danger, trapped by a ferocious lioness! With no time to waste, this quiet hero must find the courage to face the predator and think fast to save them. This exciting Level 1 reader from Botswana is a powerful story of unexpected bravery, proving that even in the quietest village, a life-changing adventure is only a scream away. It's the perfect tale to engage young readers and develop essential literacy skills.