Onyinye talks about her debut book as an author/illustrator, The Best Jollof Rice Ever! and shares how although she has illustrated many books, this is her first published as an author. Onyinye also talks candidly about the racism she faced as a Nigerian child growing up in Italy and being ashamed of her culture and race. She explains why books like The Best Jollof Rice Ever! will help every child to develop a positive sense of self. And of course, there is the question of which rice is best: Nigerian or Ghanaian?

Onyinye Iwu is a Black British author, illustrator, and secondary school teacher based in London. She's worked with top publishers and illustrated books by acclaimed authors including Benjamin Zephaniah, Atinuke, and me, Laura! Her author-illustrator debut, The Best Jollof Rice Ever! celebrates friendship, fun and the joy of cooking.

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