New York, My Village

In "New York, My Village," Nigerian editor Ekong Udousoro navigates the complexities of curating stories about the Biafran War while on a publishing fellowship in Manhattan. As he encounters both the kindness of his colleagues and the industry's harsh realities, he grapples with cultural misunderstandings and racist assumptions about Africa. Blending buoyant comedy with sharp satire, the novel explores themes of tribalism and the impact of civil war, ultimately celebrating resilience, humor, and hope amidst adversity.