Date of Birth: August 1, 1993
Zodiac Sign: Leo
Biography
Tomi Adeyemi is an acclaimed Nigerian-American writer and creative writing coach, best known for her young adult fantasy novel, “Children of Blood and Bone,” which is the first book in her “Legacy of Orïsha” series. Born to Nigerian immigrants, Adeyemi’s work is heavily influenced by her Yoruba heritage and the rich cultural mythology of West Africa. Her debut novel was published in 2018 and quickly garnered widespread acclaim, earning her a significant following among young readers and adults alike. Adeyemi has been recognized with several awards and nominations, including the Hugo and Nebula awards. She continues to inspire with her storytelling prowess and dedication to enriching the literary landscape with diverse voices.
5 Interesting Facts about Tomi Adeyemi
1. Tomi Adeyemi graduated from Harvard University with an honors degree in English Literature.
2. She received a fellowship to study West African mythology and culture in Salvador, Brazil.
3. “Children of Blood and Bone” was optioned by Fox 2000, and its film adaptation is in development.
4. Adeyemi was named to the Forbes 30 Under 30 list in 2019 in the Media category.
5. She is a vocal advocate for diversity in publishing and often speaks on the importance of representation in literature.
5 Most Interesting Quotes from Tomi Adeyemi
1. “We are all children of blood and bone. All instruments of vengeance and virtue.”
2. “Write the story you want to read. The rest will follow.”
3. “When you face your fear, most of the time you will discover that it was not really such a big threat after all.”
4. “Books have the power to change the world because they can change people.”
5. “Magic is not just about what you can create, but also about what you can change.”
Highest Net Worth Achieved
Tomi Adeyemi’s highest net worth achieved is estimated to be around $1 million.
Children
Tomi Adeyemi does not have any children.
Relevant Links
1. [Tomi Adeyemi’s Official Website](https://www.tomiadeyemi.com
2. [Tomi Adeyemi on Goodreads](https://www.goodreads.com/author/show/16812032.Tomi_Adeyemi
3. [Tomi Adeyemi on Twitter](https://twitter.com/tomi_adeyemi
5. [Forbes 30 Under 30 Profile](https://www.forbes.com/profile/tomi-adeyemi/?sh=4b4b9d4f5e4e
