![]() We cynically call that preaching to the choir but it's as valid as any other reason for writing fiction.Īlternatively, we might also suspect that there is no point in writing controversial fiction because the novel as the scene of public discourse on important matters has passed, and I'm not sure whether or not that's a bad thing. People may write about controversial topics to expand or deepen the existing discourse or just to deepen the feelings of readers who already agree with them. “Improvisation in an Empty Loft - for Bass Clarinet solo” by Steven HenryĪll music used under Creative Commons Licensing Will this book change any minds about trans or nonbinary people? How does the gender identity issues central to this book factor into our thoughts? ![]() Is there something that slows this book down? If you're on the fence about reading The Death of Vivek Oji, you can listen to our review of the book:Īpple Podcast | Stitcher | Spotify | Google Podcasts | YouTube What do you think about it so far? Please use the spoiler function if needed.ĭon't forget to join our more in-depth discussion in our discussion thread next Friday where talk in more detail about the ideas of the book and the book as a whole including all of the spoilers. This week, we're kicking off our Contemporary Nigerian Fiction series with Akwaeke Emezi's The Death of Vivek Oji. Have you been keeping in touch with your obanjes, friends? ![]()
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