Isioma Ify was awarded Leader of the Year 2021 by the International Working Women of Finland for Ruby Red. A short story perfect for fans of The Hate U Give.
Ruby has always struggled with her mixed heritage and coming to terms with herself in a society full of hatred. High-school life is hard enough, but her auburn features don't help, setting her apart in any crowd. Ruby must now decide whether she wants to conform to the world or embrace her true colors.A mean girl, a mansion, a lighter and a fiery spirit. One sweet sixteen and some red-hot flames will put everything to the test.Ruby Red is a passionate, witty and wholesome YA short story depicting a teenage girl's journey to finding her voice and speaking out in the face of injustice.