Nigerian Novelists Novels & Stories

I look forward to being a well known writer like, Chimamanda Ngozie Adichie, the late legend; Chinua Achebe, Nnedi Okorafor, Wole Soyinka, Colleen Hoover, Ted dekker, Sidney sheldon, Dean Koontz and so many others. I don't think I have ever seen anyone who reads wild like I do. My love for books is out of this world, I just purely love good books, like really really good books with awesome plots. I can't be spotted anywhere without holding a novel. I was about to read one, 'Home coming' by Yaa Gyasi.

A lot. Outside, clouds moved slowly across the Lagos sky. The rain had stopped completely now. The city looked innocent. Which was perhaps its greatest talent. Inside the church, Zainab's hands continued trembling. "I thought he was a businessman." Nobody answered. Because in Nigeria, that description often explained very little. Zainab looked toward Amara. "He owns media companies." A pause. "Construction firms." Another pause. "Consulting groups." Tobe completed the sentence quietly. "And politicians."

’ He showed it to Miss Hannah, ‘I’ve you seen this book before? The woman shook her head, her heart beats was getting to normal, ‘No.’ ‘You’ve never heard of a book called, “The return of the Gladiator King?” ‘No.’ ‘It’s one of the bestselling books. The book was written by a young Nigerian, imagine that. The book is about a young warrior who lived in Britain many, many centuries ago. The young warrior had a dream, a dream that changed the story of his life. He woke up freighted by it. Oh. Let me not say much about it before you read it. Can you read it to me?’

Lagos, Nigeria – July 18, 2035, 6:42 p.m. The bookstore was packed—folding chairs full, people standing along the walls, air thick with perfume, paper, and Lagos heat. Banner above the small stage: “GLOW AFTER THE FIRE – A Conversation with Chinedu Okonkwo.” Chino sat beside the moderator, copy of his book in hand—cover simple: two shadows holding each other under a single bulb, Lagos lights faint in the background. Title in bold white: Glow After the Fire.

This chapter is in third person p.o.v EIGHT MONTHS LATER Wunmi works as a secretary in one of the biggest clothing business line in Abuja after her graduation. She graduated with First Class Honours from the university of Lagos, during the convocation ceremony was when she was offered so many jobs and gifts. She chose the one at Abuja because it was a business she had an experience in.

by the great African literary giant, Chinua Achebe's work: "The Novelist as a Teacher" There comes a time in the life of a writer that, that basket-like waste-bin is filled with crumpled papers, each page screaming "writer's block!" as they nosedive their way into the waste-bin--let's all ensure that their life be recycled for...a better nosedive tomorrow, this time screaming "9-years-old-4.5-ft-tall, brown-eyes-coloured-boy's phlegm".

Chibuzor Victor Obih was born in the southern part of Nigeria. Delta State to be precise. His writing includes essays, poetry and short stories. He likes to play soccer, read, study and above all, write. He is currently a fourth year student of a renowned public university in Nigeria. The University of Port-Harcourt is where he is pursuing a bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering. Shading Black is his first book and his first attempt to explore the beautiful world of a novelist. To stay connected with him and his works, you can follow him on Instagram using the account name: Chibuzor Victor Obih or follow him on Facebook using the account name: Author Chibuzor Victor Obih.

Okay guys, a brief authors note before the main one comes after chapter 10 or 11. My name is Onyeanuna Ogechi Suzan I'm currently 19 years of age and an undergraduate at the Federal Polythecnic Nekede Owerri here In Imo State, Nigeria. So this book has a kind of Nigerian setting so don't be confused. I know some of you are wondering what these signs < > and this * * stand for. Well I use this < > when people outside of the main characters are speaking or when there are background voices.

"I love the style, composure and tempo he provides. It excites me a lot even though I have read only, 'One hundred years of solitude.' Then, there is Buchi Emecheta for her touching romantic voice. Then there is African great writer, Chinua Achebe who has provided the platform for other great African writers to showcase their talent and skill in writing. Then, there is Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie for her modern voice filled with promises and the fact that she is a reincarnation of Chinua Achebe and often described as his granddaughter. And there is also another great writer who is a French citizen. His name is Albert Camus and I deeply appreciate him for his stories about life that has touched