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A touching and humorous behind-the-scenes look at Augustine’s emotional reaction when he won the ACABA Children’s Award. Discover the sacred mix of gratitude, joy, humility, and God’s calling behind his face-covering moment—an inspiring snapshot of African authorship in the making.

Did you know a smile can be a master of disguise? At the 5th African Christian Authors Book Award (ACABA) Gala, Titus Otieno’s calm smile concealed a trembling heart filled with emotion, memory, and grace. Awarded Content of the Year for Activated Husband—and later surprised with Best Set at the ACABA BookFest—his story reveals how God honours obedience, heals long journeys marked by loss, and turns unfamiliar wins into unforgettable moments. This is a story about courage, excellence, and the quiet applause of Heaven.