What if the words you needed to hear most came from someone who had lived through your fears- and overcome them?
In Bits & Pieces , Zambian writer and storyteller Natasha Mukamba delivers a heartfelt collection of wisdom, reflections, and personal stories that speak directly to the hearts of young women. Written like a love letter from a big sister or a loyal friend, this book is an honest and grace-filled guide through the messy, beautiful, and often challenging seasons of life.
From battling depression and shame to confronting body image insecurity and suicidal thoughts, Natasha doesn’t just speak to the reader, she walks with them. She masterfully blends her own story with the stories of scripture, proving that no pain is too great and no past too broken for God to redeem.
Through every page, Bits & Pieces reminds its readers that they are seen, known, and deeply loved by a God who never gives up on them. Natasha’s writing is a gentle yet powerful invitation to break free from the chains of fear, self-doubt, comparison, and shame.
This is not just a book. It’s a mirror, a map, and a balm.
“You are not too far gone. You are not forgotten. You are exactly who God can use.”
– Bits & Pieces
Natasha Mukamba is a Zambian published writer, gifted storyteller, and editor with a growing footprint in both local and international literary spaces. Her work speaks volumes—not just through its artistic merit, but through the truth it carries.
She has contributed powerful stories like Angel Over Sakanya in the Alone and Other Short Stories Anthology, and Mandalena, featured in the Sister Wives Anthology, which courageously addresses gender-based violence. Her moving essay A Woman First was published in WOMEN’S WORDS: Experiences and Realities by The African Dialogue.
Internationally, Natasha has been featured on platforms such as The Girl Table’s GT Story Project, The Be You Campaign, and The Stripes Literary Magazine based in Lagos, Nigeria.
Natasha Mukamba Earns National Recognition
This year, Natasha Mukamba has been named a Finalist in the 2025 COPPA Book Awards under the Women and Girl Child Category for her powerful and heartfelt book Bits and Pieces. The COPPA Book Awards celebrate outstanding literary voices from across Southern Africa whose work uplifts, educates, and inspires.
Natasha is set to attend the awards ceremony on 27 June at Garden Court Hotel in Kitwe, where she stands a strong chance of being crowned the winner in her category. In a field filled with exceptional talent and compelling stories, earning a spot as a finalist is already a significant achievement. It reflects the deep impact of Natasha’s writing and the importance of the themes she explores.
This recognition affirms Natasha’s growing influence as a writer whose work resonates with readers and sparks meaningful conversations—especially among women and girls navigating life’s complex journeys.
Bits and Pieces continues to leave a lasting impression on everyone who reads it, and Natasha’s voice is one the literary world is paying attention to.
At home, she enjoys the joys of family life in Lusaka, Zambia, where she resides with her husband, Paul Mukamba, and their three wonderful sons- Paul Jr. Kalenga, and Thabo.
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