No way he reads it all. Jon Stewart would talk in a similar way. The writers of the show help provide these tidbits. Not saying Trevor doesn't read some of the books he introduces, but he hands down has help
In case anyone was wondering, Akwaeke's mom is Sri Lankan while their dad is Nigerian. Love how they are representing all parts of their heritage during this interview.
I love that I can hear the unique accent a lot of Africans, especially Nigerians like ourselves, have. That intricate blend of western pronunciation with "naija" undertones that shine with emotions.
@@blueresolve2954 At the end of the day... She is a black beautiful woman. She is a black woman! Asians, are blacks originally. I mean, the first Asians origin. So, she is not biracial.
@@terwillagermcghee4148 and tribes are not races. And Nigeria is a made up country with lots of different tribes(nations) of black people in varying shades of black-brown-tan
He is such a wonderful interviewer in that he knows that topic, he is truly interested in understanding it, and allowing the guest to tell their story and then he adds a conversational element to the interview. Brilliant and engaging.
Well Trevor is part of that country.. and speaks more than 8 dialects and language..Thru my dna, I found out part of my lineage is Nigeria and Cameroon...I have a lot research..lol
Trevor Noah has never ceases to amaze me!! Proof that this brother reads!! I love that he has brought Akwaeke into the limelight at this time. I encourage Trevor to do an African Writers series to bring more writers to the forefront that mainstream America as well as our global village may not be aware of.
The world doesn't stop for my grief...never read about this perspective. It would be nice to at least imagine that there's happiness to be had. Looking forward to reading 📚
What a prolific and beautiful aura of a person! Thank you so much for bringing them on the show. More to read, especially because you said the magic words: Michael B. Jordan.
I was just smiling like a baby all through the interview. It's only when you understand the full meaning of her name "Akwaeke" in Igbo ( Eastern Nigerian) language, are you able to grasp how special this goddess is. She is a rare breed.
Love the Indian temple jewelry she’s wearing- jhumki, maala, nath..the whole 9 yards typically worn with a sari, she’s shown how beautifully it can be combined with Western clothing
I finally read Freshwater & The Death of Vivek Oji this month & have been on the waiting list at my library for You Made a Fool of Death... for about 4 weeks. Akwaeke's books are the perfect length and their writing is just gripping.
So happy to see her on the Daily Show w/ Trevor Noah. I love how Trevor always fully engages with the works or projects of his guests. It makes for such meaningful conversations instead of the standard interview template. Also, I am a recent fan of Akwaeke Emezi's work. I've read "Freshwater" and it completely revolutionised my thinking. Their style of writing is so intuitive and it can sort of enchant you. Even when you read about the pain their characters experience, you still feel like there's this sense of magic in the periphery that is a precursor for breakthrough, for hope and joy
SHE SPEAKS ENGLISH BEAUTIFULLY... IMPECCABLE!! SHE POUNCED HER WORDS SO WELL N AUDIBLE!! NO STALLING N HESITATION!! ITS SO NICE TO LISTEN TO HER SPEAK... THANK U!!
Amazing! Excellent interview with great respect and appreciation. Trevor just nails it. And Akwaeke is a real tour de force. I can't wait to read the book!
Took time for me to understand them. I can finally say I am there now. Just read their article with Colors and I get them totally and I love how they're raising so much awareness for the African LGBTQ community.
Your book sounds wonderful and interesting to read. Grief! All human we all had grief, but yes for sure is up to us to learn and turn to the meaning of our life. If we always carry on the sadness of life, we will never find peace and happiness for our meaning. I believe it is hard to deal with grief, but if someone could do, we all can do it, just up to time and patience. Take positive to guide us to peace and happiness of life. So much negative around the world that effect all of us emotionally. But the point is do we allowed that to stop our life towards positive life? And Trevor Mom she did it, despite all the problem and grief through her life. She still a wonderful and happy mom and the hero of her wonderful childrens. This is just one example, but real life. I believe have a lot of people did it. Hope, positive and love, we all will find a piece of happiness for our life meaning. Love and appreciate you both for wonderful works. 🙏🙏🙏💚💚💚🤗
Emezi was made for the spotlight it is no surprise how amazing they are in it. They were fantastic as always. And I'm really glad they came on this show. After reading dear Senthuran I feared Emezi would not be able to attend any in-person events but I'm glad they doing better and stronger now.
When your going through grief, the world stops, time stops yet the world around us keeps moving. I've felt real grief. I couldn't eat, talk, I couldn't move. Just cry. No matter what anyone says does not matter Just let he giever be. It will soon enough pass. The deep severe alone of grief will ot have a hold on you and ye world will start moving once again.
I really wish they'd talked about the title "You make a fool of death with your beauty"! It's such a lovely line from the Florence and the Machine's song 'Hunger' that lived in my heart the first moment I heard it and I'm so curious about how the line connects back to the story. Will def have to read!
i went to their book event at the brooklyn public library a couple weeks ago and they talked about the connection! i hope when you read it you’re able to see how it connects !!
Checked them on wiki, and though they are nigerian with srilankan roots,but i, a south indian, feel represented with those ornaments they're wearing. 👏👏👏
How much chemistry there was! Trevor your eyes were sparkling. I mean Trevor is always attentive listener, but here.. oh boy.. oh boy indeed, he looks so child like happy to talk to them, even intimidated at times, but playing it cool. Maybe only I see it, but I got excited (I too get a crush on T) from just watching them talk. Just look at Trevor saying "The story is really beautiful, painful, look at >>than he looks at them
@@barbarajones9385 I am absolutely in love with this person, is the right thing to say. When I say you are not well trained on pronouns, "you are" is not plural in that sentence in the way "they are" is not. Look up APA style guide for they/them or just any dictionary, really.
I’ve just finished your book. I read it overnight😅 now seeing you, you are so amazingly beatiful and inspiring and shining! Sending love. You really inspired me!
I also read lots of M&B and I still read till now on Wattpad and other online forms. I really can relate with you. When I was leaving Nigeria I couldn't decide on the books to take along, and I still love happy endings.. I look forward to reading your books.
There are so many diverse and interesting people in the world. Thank you Trevor Noah for introducing them to us. Your show broadens my world in a positive way.
This is why we need diversity in every corner of our lives. Trevor brings a lot to the table, but the people he invites to join him at that table are also unique and we need much much more of this domino effect across everything.
Thank you Trevor for introducing this young woman to us. I am a Chimamanda Ngozie Adichie fan. Never heard of this author until today. I will check her books out.
@@tebogomonageng1518 was she the one that made those scurrilous allegations against Chimamanda? CNA never mentioned a name but she was terribly hurt and those allegations brought a lot of undeserved & unnecessary hate towards her.
@@tebogomonageng1518 such a shame. She couldn’t even acknowledge she attended CNA’s workshop. Yet, they are from the same tribe. I looked through her books but just couldn’t relate. I wish her well. Thank you for the information❤️.
And this is why Trevor Noah is needed for this African Diaspora. I love seeing all these wonderful black peoples i would’ve never known before this introduction. I wish I enjoyed this genre of books but she did mention a memoir. Maybe I’ll read that one. Great interview.
@Andrei Apparently somewhere she referred to herself as them/they. However clearly during this interview she utilizes the pronoun "I" and "me" throughout. She also does not hesitate to respond to she/her. These supposed modern times are asinine and ludicrous and I am so over the foolishness!
@Andrei do you mean everyone in the comment section? Akwaeke Emezi is nonbinary and uses they/them/their pronouns. Though these pronouns can indicate a plural, 'they' can also be used as a singular, non-gendered pronoun. So people in the comments are using they to address the author respectfully and in accordance with their wishes. I hope that helps!
Thank you Trevor for introducing this awesome beautiful lady writer whom I have not heard of until now. She’s stunning and as a writer myself, so inspiring. I admire you so much Trevor for opening up the African world of great and brilliant talents. You yourself is an amazing spirit of a man that the world is blessed to know. Keep up the great works. ❤️🥰
I think AFRICAN writers are very talented in telling stories. The culture and history to back it up yes, but then the way they see the world is just so intriguing. I have read so many books from west African countries, I used to do this a lot in High school with the pacesetters. West Africa will always stand out to me .The narration is definitely a talent I would love to acquire. I have also learnt that , living and experiencing these stories is a pivotal point in telling these narratives.I will definitely check ✔ her books out .She has a lovely ,charming persona and beautiful too .Thanks Trev
Story of every Nigerian secondary School female, the novels are always banned 😂😂😂, then you tear the back off just to read it till the end before it's seized by teachers
I love that he introduces the world to other Africans that people may not have heard of. This man loves his whole continent.....not just South Africa.
Noah is PanAfrican in his Ubuntu/ botho = humanness.
I love listening to intelligent and remarkable thinking Nigerians
He born south Africa? Or
He born south Africa? Or
@@saraworkneh5377 yes
Trevor READS! The way he actually knows and analyzes the books of every Daily Show guest that would have authored a book is incredible!👏🏾
No way he reads it all. Jon Stewart would talk in a similar way. The writers of the show help provide these tidbits. Not saying Trevor doesn't read some of the books he introduces, but he hands down has help
Why is that important.🥺
Trevor is an avid reader. He even reads indie published books.
In case anyone was wondering, Akwaeke's mom is Sri Lankan while their dad is Nigerian. Love how they are representing all parts of their heritage during this interview.
*akwaeke’s pronouns are they/them/theirs
Thank you 🙏
@@janeevanamazzi8793 you’re welcome!
@@saintofmysticalgenitalia295 thank you, I've made the correction
@@jalabi99 you’re welcome !
I love that I can hear the unique accent a lot of Africans, especially Nigerians like ourselves, have. That intricate blend of western pronunciation with "naija" undertones that shine with emotions.
Yea unlike some Africans who self hate themselves and are Afraid to bear African names.
it’s a unique & delightful essence. we love to hear & see it🤍🇳🇬
yea i love it..hence that's why i love chimamanda ngozi
Her accent sounds like a Trinidadian accent.
@@shaunareyes .. nope it's 💯 % Nigerian...including her traditional dressing.
I love how she makes him laugh so deeply and wildly. They have an energy that is palpable.
Trevor has this thing for Nigerian guests. Burna Boy, David Oyewolo, etc. He comes alive and seems at home with Nigerian guests.
@@anazuosalihu9712 African*
Sooooo true!
Akwaeke goes by they/them pronouns🥰
If I was the interviewer I would probably purr like cat. 😻
My Nigerian sister, this interview gave me chills. Thank you for blessing the world with your gifts.
Gracias Nwanyioma❣️. Chukwu gozie gi🙏
@@jamesdennison2671 Chukwu Dozie gi nwannem ❤️.
@@Iphie2019 Udo dikwara gi🙏 I couldn't find you on Facebook Omalicha. I live in NC.
@@jamesdennison2671 wahala don bust.
@@jamesdennison2671 I live in MD. Lemme find you on Facebook then
They’re so brilliant. The way they smile and talk and the way their mind works… everything is absolutely stunning.
"they"?
Apparently Akwaeke identifies as non binary so one says they instead of she.
@@L20241 had no idea...
@@L20241 THAT'S RIDICULOUS! "THEY" WHAT HAS THIS WORLD BECOME???
Just say black folks cuz I don't know who THEY is and I'm not subscribing to this pick a gender ish ..
When a Nigerian discovers another Nigerian on foreign TV, that's so crazy 🇳🇬
The hair, jewellery, aura....go, ndigbo sister
Same here
@@blueresolve2954 At the end of the day... She is a black beautiful woman. She is a black woman! Asians, are blacks originally. I mean, the first Asians origin. So, she is not biracial.
@@terwillagermcghee4148 and tribes are not races. And Nigeria is a made up country with lots of different tribes(nations) of black people in varying shades of black-brown-tan
@@earthsign6305 LOL
✊🏼✊🏽✊🏾✊🏿✊🏾✊🏽✊🏼
"when a Nigerian discovers another Nigerian" Boy! Trevor is not Nigerian, he is South African
He is such a wonderful interviewer in that he knows that topic, he is truly interested in understanding it, and allowing the guest to tell their story and then he adds a conversational element to the interview. Brilliant and engaging.
She is sooo beaitiful
It must be refreshing to walkout to your name being called how it should be pronounced. ❤️
This was my first thought, how lovely that must have been. I would have been practicing for days :)
You knooooowwwwww
SAY THAT AGAIN!!!@Subhalakshmi Kumar
@@rscamp81 as one should when seeking to do something right…
Well Trevor is part of that country.. and speaks more than 8 dialects and language..Thru my dna, I found out part of my lineage is Nigeria and Cameroon...I have a lot research..lol
Trevor Noah has never ceases to amaze me!! Proof that this brother reads!! I love that he has brought Akwaeke into the limelight at this time. I encourage Trevor to do an African Writers series to bring more writers to the forefront that mainstream America as well as our global village may not be aware of.
The world doesn't stop for my grief...never read about this perspective. It would be nice to at least imagine that there's happiness to be had. Looking forward to reading 📚
Immediately bought the book because of this interview, their personality is very charming I am a fan.
Me too!
She is my favourite author 𝙃𝙤𝙣estly
*they. they are non-binary
Akwaeke Emezi is an amazing author! Their books are all gems & so creative!
Her smile and laugh is EVERYTHING! She’s a genius.
*they :)
Akwaeke(Egg of a Python a metaphor for something precious or very guarded). Congrats Akwaeke Emezi! Nigeria(Igbo) to the world!!!❤️❤️❤️💃💃
Oh wow thanks
I was so shocked when I heard her name, never knew about her 😮 it makes more sense now I got to know she's partly Igbo 🤗🙂
Yea. Akwaeke could translate as "born on eke market day"
@@anyimgrace no, it's just what the first interpreter wrote..
You are so tribalistic and should be ashame of yourself.
What a prolific and beautiful aura of a person! Thank you so much for bringing them on the show. More to read, especially because you said the magic words: Michael B. Jordan.
What a interesting woman...thank you Trevor!! Grief surrounds all of us is so true
Again I have learned !! An author I was not familiar with & 7 books to read. The interview was well done.
Same here
Same
Trevor is the best interviewer, he does his homework!
I was just smiling like a baby all through the interview. It's only when you understand the full meaning of her name "Akwaeke" in Igbo ( Eastern Nigerian) language, are you able to grasp how special this goddess is. She is a rare breed.
The python egg
*their name (Akwaeke uses they/them pronouns 😊)
That's my igbo sister. Big ups to Nigeria 🇳🇬. We prove our worth everywhere.
You Were ALWAYS WORTHY, (hint: nothing to prove)
Black excellence
@@Lisa_Lisa312 100 percent
So inspired by this interview, buying both the books, can’t wait to read then! Yeay ✨
I wish this was longer. Akwaeke is an absolute delight!
Love the Indian temple jewelry she’s wearing- jhumki, maala, nath..the whole 9 yards typically worn with a sari, she’s shown how beautifully it can be combined with Western clothing
Her mum is indian.
Akweake uses they/them pronouns
It’s so beautiful!!!
@@winniepatricks2686Their mum is Sri Lankan Tamil
I think this woman is what I aspire to be... Her way of speaking.. Everything about her is just vibes🥰
Peace. Akwaeke Emezi is a non-binary and transgender person who uses they/them pronouns.
About *them 😊
I finally read Freshwater & The Death of Vivek Oji this month & have been on the waiting list at my library for You Made a Fool of Death... for about 4 weeks. Akwaeke's books are the perfect length and their writing is just gripping.
The Emezi sisters are such great gifts to the arts. I hadn't heard much about Akwaeke until now; I'm in love! Looking forward to reading her work.
I love the way she talked about her culture being stripped off her when her people were colonized... A major theft of identity....
👍🏿
akwaeke’s pronouns are they/them/theirs
@@saintofmysticalgenitalia295 Pretty childish lol
@@trojanhorse860 Respect the facts.
@@riquisimx What facts? Seriously.
Akwaeke has such a beautiful accent and enunciates words wonderfully.
So happy to see her on the Daily Show w/ Trevor Noah. I love how Trevor always fully engages with the works or projects of his guests. It makes for such meaningful conversations instead of the standard interview template.
Also, I am a recent fan of Akwaeke Emezi's work. I've read "Freshwater" and it completely revolutionised my thinking. Their style of writing is so intuitive and it can sort of enchant you. Even when you read about the pain their characters experience, you still feel like there's this sense of magic in the periphery that is a precursor for breakthrough, for hope and joy
What a gift she is. Changes my life. Serious chemistry between those two. I hope they are both available. Some depth there.
Emezi actually uses they/ them pronouns :)
SHE SPEAKS ENGLISH BEAUTIFULLY... IMPECCABLE!! SHE POUNCED HER WORDS SO WELL N AUDIBLE!! NO STALLING N HESITATION!! ITS SO NICE TO LISTEN TO HER SPEAK... THANK U!!
AAAH!! SO I WAS CORRECT TO SAY SHE IS PART INDIAN.. HER FEATURES CAN BE SEEN PLUS SHE WEARING D WAY INDIANS DO IN THOSE PIECES ON HER.
Akwaeke actually uses “they/them” pronouns, not “she/her” 😊
I love this women. She spoke to me when she said, how we are experiencing so much grief and how do we go on and live life? Wow she's wow!
Akwaeke actually uses “they/them” pronouns, not “she/her” 😊
Love the antique jewelry you are wearing. The earrings just make u look like a doll every time u shake ur head.
Yeah it’s traditional Indian Jimmiki/jhumkhas and there’s are name for that nose ring. Her mother is a Malaysian Tamil
It looks unmistakably South Indian Temple jewelry
@@aleenaprasannan2146 yes those of us who are Tamil or South Indian we get it. We know that! As I wrote her mother is a Malaysian Tamil.
Amazing! Excellent interview with great respect and appreciation. Trevor just nails it.
And Akwaeke is a real tour de force. I can't wait to read the book!
Adore Trevor Noah for bringing to light gems of authors such as Akwaeke💜
I love how she expresses her self and talks about her writing
*akwaeke’s pronouns are they/them/theirs
@@saintofmysticalgenitalia295 oh! Thanks
@@saintofmysticalgenitalia295 confusion everywhere.
@@enmichael why are you typing this under every comment
Took time for me to understand them. I can finally say I am there now. Just read their article with Colors and I get them totally and I love how they're raising so much awareness for the African LGBTQ community.
Wow, the way she's using words
so amazing. Even speaking
the way *they’re using words.
@@saintofmysticalgenitalia295 get the f!!!, we don’t care!
@@saintofmysticalgenitalia295 confusion everywhere.
Your book sounds wonderful and interesting to read.
Grief! All human we all had grief, but yes for sure is up to us to learn and turn to the meaning of our life.
If we always carry on the sadness of life, we will never find peace and happiness for our meaning.
I believe it is hard to deal with grief, but if someone could do, we all can do it, just up to time and patience.
Take positive to guide us to peace and happiness of life.
So much negative around the world that effect all of us emotionally.
But the point is do we allowed that to stop our life towards positive life?
And Trevor Mom she did it, despite all the problem and grief through her life.
She still a wonderful and happy mom and the hero of her wonderful childrens.
This is just one example, but real life.
I believe have a lot of people did it.
Hope, positive and love, we all will find a piece of happiness for our life meaning.
Love and appreciate you both for wonderful works.
🙏🙏🙏💚💚💚🤗
Emezi was made for the spotlight it is no surprise how amazing they are in it. They were fantastic as always. And I'm really glad they came on this show. After reading dear Senthuran I feared Emezi would not be able to attend any in-person events but I'm glad they doing better and stronger now.
“With grief the world doesn’t stop.” 😔
When your going through grief, the world stops, time stops yet the world around us keeps moving. I've felt real grief. I couldn't eat, talk, I couldn't move. Just cry. No matter what anyone says does not matter
Just let he giever be. It will soon enough pass. The deep severe alone of grief will ot have a hold on you and ye world will start moving once again.
I really wish they'd talked about the title "You make a fool of death with your beauty"! It's such a lovely line from the Florence and the Machine's song 'Hunger' that lived in my heart the first moment I heard it and I'm so curious about how the line connects back to the story. Will def have to read!
i went to their book event at the brooklyn public library a couple weeks ago and they talked about the connection! i hope when you read it you’re able to see how it connects !!
I love the sound of Florence and the Machine. What's the name of the song?
@@elliesings9508 hunger! off of the album high as hope.
when your beauty belies your grief, even grief becomes beautiful on you
@@christieatuh Amazing!! 🙏🏽
Their energy is amazing! What a great discussion.
Checked them on wiki, and though they are nigerian with srilankan roots,but i, a south indian, feel represented with those ornaments they're wearing. 👏👏👏
And I thought I was the only one looking at that gold ornament.
Why they. For plural?
Her mother is a Malaysian Tamil of SL heritage.
@@ashwatimenon5481 yeah! I totally thought that too!
@Andrei Transgender I think
Trevor always works to pronounce peoples names well..
He really makes it a point to emphasize the pronouncation❣️
You just can’t put a price on her smile! 🙏🏾
*akwaeke’s pronouns are they/them/theirs
@@saintofmysticalgenitalia295 well Nope but ok 🤷🏾♂️
Africans' smiles are like the sun.
I love her energy, great personality. I will definitely get the book. More people need to read these days.
Akwaeke actually uses “they/them” pronouns, not “she/her” 😊
How much chemistry there was! Trevor your eyes were sparkling. I mean Trevor is always attentive listener, but here.. oh boy.. oh boy indeed, he looks so child like happy to talk to them, even intimidated at times, but playing it cool. Maybe only I see it, but I got excited (I too get a crush on T) from just watching them talk. Just look at Trevor saying "The story is really beautiful, painful, look at >>than he looks at them
Alright!!! I'll say it already. I was turned on!!
Great interview. Thank you Trevor for introducing me to this prolific author.
I am absolutely in Love with this Woman and everything about her...much Love from Nigeria ❤️
not a woman. their pronouns are they/them/theirs
@@saintofmysticalgenitalia295
So, if using nouns not pronouns, as above, 'I am absolutely in love with these people'?
@@barbarajones9385 trans woman
@@barbarajones9385 I am absolutely in love with this person, is the right thing to say. When I say you are not well trained on pronouns, "you are" is not plural in that sentence in the way "they are" is not. Look up APA style guide for they/them or just any dictionary, really.
@@arinzeagubalu6008
Thank you.
thank you so much for introducing Emezi to us!!! excited to pick up a book
Romance novels would be a guilty pleasure of mine so I would most definitely read this book
Will buy the book and thanks Trevor for putting the spotlight on African creativity.
I’ve just finished your book. I read it overnight😅 now seeing you, you are so amazingly beatiful and inspiring and shining! Sending love. You really inspired me!
What a beautiful interview with such a thoughtful and intelligent woman. I can't wait to read this book.
Anyone who doesn't like romance novels simply hasn't read one written by a wonderful author like this young lady!
I also read lots of M&B and I still read till now on Wattpad and other online forms. I really can relate with you. When I was leaving Nigeria I couldn't decide on the books to take along, and I still love happy endings.. I look forward to reading your books.
Ohhhhhmygod. I have found a new Nigerian female author to fall in love with!!!!!😍😍😍😍
Same here🤭
Wow! Excellent exchange session. I have not heard of Akwaeke. And, I'm so glad that has now changed. Looking forward to reading the stories.
First time too,
Wonderful example of a successful African with African name , dressing n features. Great personified individual n profile.
Totally love her energy
their* energy. they/them/theirs pronouns
There are so many diverse and interesting people in the world. Thank you Trevor Noah for introducing them to us. Your show broadens my world in a positive way.
i love the convo. thank you for making it available.
Akwaeke oh so lovely and smart I will be reading you soon Thank Trevor for bring you to us Will be looking for you Love
Awesome interview!
Love from Lagos, Nigeria 🇳🇬
More grace to you beautiful sister,
Keep moving up.
Thank you Trevor for CONSTANTLY educating us!!!!!❤️❤️❤️❤️
This is why we need diversity in every corner of our lives. Trevor brings a lot to the table, but the people he invites to join him at that table are also unique and we need much much more of this domino effect across everything.
We also smuggled romantic novels to boarding school in Uganda 😂😂😂 sneak it around during night preps
Nkulaba..heheheh
@@Thelazygardenerug lol,,,,those were the days!!!
such a lovely young lady (an amazing smile, too)...more power to her! thanks, trevor. not into romance novel, but will check her books out!
awkaeke is not a lady. *akwaeke’s pronouns are they/them/theirs
@@saintofmysticalgenitalia295 what is she?
@@saintofmysticalgenitalia295 If she's not a lady, what is she?
Thank you Trevor for introducing this young woman to us. I am a Chimamanda Ngozie Adichie fan. Never heard of this author until today. I will check her books out.
She was one of Chimamanda's mentees ... until they fell out.
@@tebogomonageng1518 was she the one that made those scurrilous allegations against Chimamanda? CNA never mentioned a name but she was terribly hurt and those allegations brought a lot of undeserved & unnecessary hate towards her.
@@abbysotomi2457 It is her indeed.
@@tebogomonageng1518 such a shame. She couldn’t even acknowledge she attended CNA’s workshop. Yet, they are from the same tribe. I looked through her books but just couldn’t relate. I wish her well. Thank you for the information❤️.
@@abbysotomi2457 I was also deeply saddened by her inability to acknowledge CNA'S role in her career.
You're welcome ❤.
They are my favorite contemporary author at the moment, I've enjoyed everything I've read by them. Can't wait to read the memoir!
And this is why Trevor Noah is needed for this African Diaspora. I love seeing all these wonderful black peoples i would’ve never known before this introduction. I wish I enjoyed this genre of books but she did mention a memoir. Maybe I’ll read that one. Great interview.
Amazing to see that she is coming from Nigeria which is an incredible power house of artistic talents...well done!
Akwaeke actually uses “they/them” pronouns, not “she/her” 😊
What a lovely lady. The kind of person you wanna hang out with every day of your life.
Here's to you beautiful.
🍷🍷🌹
She’s beautiful too and authentic! Love that about her !
Nigeria 🇳🇬 has a lot for the world only if prejudices about blackness stop.
Her Beauty & Intelligence is deadly amazing!...Muchos Kudos..👏🏾
Akwaeke actually uses “they/them” pronouns, not “she/her” 😊
She is so beautiful and I mean as a human, her aesthetics, her face.
Thank you for this interview Trevor. I was battling with what to read next.....
I love her personality! Just for that, I'm going to read her books. She "sold" herself, I like and I'm buying
Akwaeke actually uses “they/them” pronouns, not “she/her” 😊
This black excellence is #madeinAfrica 🖤💣🌟
I absolutely love their work. I read The Death of Vivek Oji and fell in love! I can’t wait to read all their other books. ❤️
I don't understand the use of plural..their
@Andrei Apparently somewhere she referred to herself as them/they. However clearly during this interview she utilizes the pronoun "I" and "me" throughout. She also does not hesitate to respond to she/her. These supposed modern times are asinine and ludicrous and I am so over the foolishness!
@Andrei do you mean everyone in the comment section? Akwaeke Emezi is nonbinary and uses they/them/their pronouns. Though these pronouns can indicate a plural, 'they' can also be used as a singular, non-gendered pronoun. So people in the comments are using they to address the author respectfully and in accordance with their wishes. I hope that helps!
I LOVED Pet and Bitter, definitely check them out!
I think Trevor was so excited to have this guest on the show! I appreciate you introducing her to us who didn’t know about her!🌍📚🌍
Akwaeke actually uses “they/them” pronouns, not “she/her” 😊
Okay, im not really a book reader but im convinced to read this one🥺💯😂
Really warm interview! Loved this!
Gracias Trevor for sharing another awsome and interesting writer. Gonna get her books ASAP : )
*akwaeke’s pronouns are they/them/theirs
@@saintofmysticalgenitalia295 i appreciate ur work comrade 🫶🏾✊🏾
🖤💜🤍💛 🏳️⚧️
@@chioma916 ah heck thanks for noticing 🖤🖤
She is such a beautiful human...you can almost feel her spirit through the screen 😍 🤌🏽🙌🏽👸🏿
Akwaeke actually uses “they/them” pronouns, not “she/her” 😊
Beautiful!
I imagine a paradise where she and her kind exist in complete harmony with nature. 🙏💛
Akwaeke actually uses “they/them” pronouns, not “she/her” 😊
Great interview, thank you for introducing this writer to me.
Colorful, likeable, interesting
Akwaeke Emezi!
I love her name.😁
I love the title of the book because it comes from a song by Florence and The Machine. If you ever get a chance to see FTM live do it!
I automatically thought of that song, Hunger, I love it!!!
You make fool of death with your beauty, and for a moment I forget to worry🎶🎶
@@hlelolwenkosihlongwane8039 me too! So you know I had to google it. Also Florence posted a message about it!
Thank you Trevor for introducing this awesome beautiful lady writer whom I have not heard of until now. She’s stunning and as a writer myself, so inspiring.
I admire you so much Trevor for opening up the African world of great and brilliant talents. You yourself is an amazing spirit of a man that the world is blessed to know. Keep up the great works.
❤️🥰
Thank you Noah, this Woman is amazing
i just finished the book and i had no idea it was being made into a movie, i'm so excited !! it's about to be beautiful
I think AFRICAN writers are very talented in telling stories. The culture and history to back it up yes, but then the way they see the world is just so intriguing. I have read so many books from west African countries, I used to do this a lot in High school with the pacesetters. West Africa will always stand out to me .The narration is definitely a talent I would love to acquire. I have also learnt that , living and experiencing these stories is a pivotal point in telling these narratives.I will definitely check ✔ her books out .She has a lovely ,charming persona and beautiful too .Thanks Trev
Story of every Nigerian secondary School female, the novels are always banned 😂😂😂, then you tear the back off just to read it till the end before it's seized by teachers
Oh really it make sense now, growing up I read a lot of books that belong to my elder siblings, they were M&B, most of them without backs
Oh my! How is it that i've only just heard of this Naija treasure today? Truly amazing. Going by Wikipedia they are half Sri Lankan.
The fact she’s a Nigerian🇳🇬 makes me proud >>>
Akwaeke actually uses “they/them” pronouns, not “she/her” 😊