Nnedi Okorafor
Nnedi Okorafor is a bestselling author of science fiction and fantasy for children and adults.
Born in the US to Nigerian parents, she draws inspiration from her African heritage.
Okorafor coined the terms "africanfuturism" and "africanjujuism" to describe her work.
Her notable books include "Who Fears Death" and the "Binti" trilogy, both in development for TV. She has won numerous awards, including Hugo, Nebula, and World Fantasy Awards.
Okorafor's writing explores themes of African culture, identity, and futurism.
She currently resides in Phoenix, Arizona with her daughter.
