Black Books & Black Literature: The Noisy Book Club Podcast

On this episode of Off The Streets—a new segment in collaboration with Noisy Streetss Advisory, a publishing house in Lagos, Nigeria—host Modupe sits down with Marcia Hutchinson to discuss her autofiction novel, The Mercy Step. Marcia opens up about turning personal history into compelling fiction through the eyes of young Mercy, a clever girl navigating a chaotic household dominated by her father's quick temper and her mother's devotion to the Church. Finding solace in books, her imagination, and her faithful toy Dolly, Mercy must eventually break free from the grip of family, faith, and fear to build a future where she is seen, heard, and her family set free.

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In this episode of the Love in Detty December series, Modupe Daramola chats with Roseline Mgbodichinma contributing author to Ponmo Is a Bird That Has No Place in a Cultured Culinary Sky and Other Stories and writer of the story Demon is used when beautiful is not Enough. Roseline shares the Inspiration for her characters, the dynamics of modern dating and her thoughts on romantic relationships.

 Together they discuss her writing process, what shaped the story Demon is used when beautiful is not Enough and what she hopes her readers can gain from reading.

Stay tuned every Wednesday and Saturday at 12PM as Modupe continues her interviews with authors featured in Volume Three of Love in Detty December Anthology "Ponmo Is A Bird That Has No Place In A Cultured Culinary Sky"

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In this episode of the Love in Detty December series, Mofiyinfoluwa O. chats with Adetutu Tayo, contributing author to Ponmo Is a Bird That Has No Place in a Cultured Culinary Sky and Other Stories and writer of the story Kauna. Adetutu shares the Inspiration for her characters, the dynamics of a first born daughter with her estranged family, experiencing love in a period of loss.

 Together they discuss her writing process, what shaped the story Kauna, and what she hopes her readers can gain from reading.

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In this episode, Modupe Daramola is joined by writer Benedict Wilfred, author of Do floors eat Cake like We Do? from the anthology Ponmo Is a Bird That Has No Place in a Cultured Culinary Sky and Other Stories. Benedict takes us behind the scenes of his writing process, exploring the complexities of crafting a December romance.

They discuss the tension of a wedding put on hold, the dynamics of a lavender marriage, a story of unrequited love and the bittersweet choice of duty over personal desire.

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In this episode of the Love in Detty December series, Modupe chats with Natasha Makamba, contributing author to Ponmo Is a Bird That Has No Place in a Cultured Culinary Sky and Other Stories and writer of the story Ka Mashabe. Natasha shares the Inspiration for her characters, the love that exists among family and the expectations young women in African households are held to when it comes to marriage, the type of man that is a “good” man. Together they discuss her process, what shaped Ka Mashabe, and the narrative choice of a December love story taking place during a Zambian wedding. 

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Meet Tezor Dedam, a contributing author to Ponmo Is a Bird That Has No Place in a Cultured Culinary Sky and Other Stories and writer of By Fate or Fatigue — alongside Mofiyinfoluwa, editor of By Fate or Fatigue. In this episode, Tezor opens up about the inspiration behind his characters, how December in Port Harcourt compares to December in Lagos, and why deep down he's really just a loverboy at heart. 

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 In this episode of Author Chats, host Benny sits down with award-winning Nigerian writer Mustapha Enesi to discuss his debut short story collection, I Cry at the Feet of My Other Body — a powerful and deeply moving exploration of Nigerian womanhood.

The collection explores the complex themes of motherhood, longing, grief, sexuality, and acceptance — unfolding against the backdrop of women navigating patriarchal standards in Nigerian society. 

Mustapha opens up about the creative process behind the book, what it means to write stories that are culturally rooted and authentic, and how he crafts characters that resonate with both Nigerian readers at home and the diaspora abroad.

In this conversation, we explore:

*What inspired the book "I Cry at the Feet of My Other Body" and the women at its heart.

*How Mustapha blends realism and the surreal to tell stories of resilience and defiance.

*How the collection gives voice to women navigating societal constraints while seeking love, acceptance, and personal liberation.

*Writing for Nigerian audiences and the diaspora — and why representation in African literature matters

His journey as a writer, including winning the 2021 K&L Prize for African Literature and the 2021 Awele Creative Trust Award 

Whether you're a lover of African literature, contemporary fiction, or stories centered on Black women's experiences, this episode is for you.

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On this episode of Author Chats, Host Benny sits down with Tomilola Coco Adeyemo to discuss her festive Nigerian romance novel, A Nollywood Christmas — exploring the inspiration behind the story, its characters, relationships, and the playlist that brings it all to life.

Tomilola shares what it takes to write authentic, culturally rooted love stories for Nigerian readers and the diaspora, and what the future of romance fiction in Nigeria looks like.

Topics covered: Nigerian romance fiction | Nollywood-inspired storytelling | African diaspora literature | Writing authentic love stories | Book club Nigeria

This episode leads up to our February Book Club Meeting on the 28th of March. Tickets are now available. Secure your spot and join the discussion as we unpack the book, its themes, and the growing voice of contemporary Nigerian romance. Get your tickets to attend ⁠⁠⁠⁠here⁠⁠⁠.⁠

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In this Townhall episode of the Noisy Book Club Podcast, members gather to discuss Love, Lagos and Other Complications by Zainab Uche Imam. What starts as a light billionaire romance quickly turns into deeper conversations about love, perception, complicated Lagos moments, and whether money influences genuine connection. You’ll hear first impressions from members, a lively debate between the “Yearners” and the “Realists,” reflections on favorite characters, and stories of the wild situations Lagos can put people through. The author also joins the discussion, sharing insights about the book and attending a book club for the first time.Plus: good food from Ajara Foods, plenty of laughter, and the usual Noisy Book Club chaos.Subscribe for weekly episodes featuring African literature, author conversations, and real book club discussions.

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On this month’s Member Chat, Benny sits down with Anjola Robert — known in the club as the “Glass Captain” — for a, lively, and hilarious conversation.
Together, they discuss the book of the month, romance, vulnerability, timing, and emotional risk. For Anjola, the book was nothing short of a Valentine’s miracle — a story that restored her faith.
Beyond the book, the conversation drifts into personal territory, to the chaotic realities of their lives in Lagos, they share their own complicated moments.

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