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Tochi Onyebuchi
Tochi Onyebuchi writes speculative fiction that explores big ideas. His notable works include the novella Riot Baby and the novel Made To Order. He crafts imaginative and insightful stories
Riot baby
Synopsis
Ella and Kev are siblings with extraordinary gifts, but their lives are shaped by the harsh realities of systemic racism and violence. When Kev is imprisoned, Ella is driven to find a path to revolution, a way to dismantle the oppressive systems that threaten to destroy them both.
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Characters
Ella OnyebuchiProtagonist
Kev OnyebuchiProtagonist
Frequently asked questions
Does Riot Baby have a film or TV adaptation?
Riot Baby was optioned for a television series by AMC Studios shortly after its publication.
What awards has Riot Baby won?
Riot Baby won the 2021 Ignyte Award for Best Novella and was a finalist for the Nebula Award, the Locus Award, and the NAACP Image Award.
How does Riot Baby connect to the author's other works?
Riot Baby explores themes of systemic injustice and power dynamics, which are central to Tochi Onyebuchi's other works, particularly his young adult fantasy novels, though Riot Baby is a standalone novella.