"Allow Me to Introduce Myself is a sharp, poignant and insightful read."--Oyinkan Braithwaite, international bestselling author of My Sister the Serial Killer
"An unputdownable read! Skilfully and delicately written, Allow Me to Introduce Myself helps us behave more ethically in this age of social media obsessions. Onyi Nwabineli is an immensely talented writer whose pen is sharp and unflinching."--Nguyễn Phan Quế Mai, bestselling author of Dust Child
"In many ways, this novel recalls Zadie Smith's White Teeth. Both novels foreground immigrants and immigrant struggles, including racism and xenophobia; both novels have the same sweeping third-person-omniscient point of view, peppered with wry observations about life and humanity. This novel tells a moving, thought-provoking story that interrogates the toxic and parasocial dynamics associated with influencing."--Kirkus *starred review*
"This timely, gripping novel establishes Nwabineli as a writer with the emotional insight to tackle heavy topics in a skilled and thoughtful manner and will provoke lively discussions for book clubs."--Booklist
"A tack-sharp, beautifully told tale of agency and reclaiming your power. Nwabineli is the queen of flawlessly blending serious topics with witty contemporary prose. Her way with words is an incredible gift."--Lolá Ákínmádé Åkerström, bestselling author of Everything Is Not Enough
"Rich with emotion, heartbreaking, and timely. A fresh and compelling perspective on living online."--Peace Adzo Medie, author of Nightbloom
"I loved everything about this book, from the original portrayal of social media and influencer culture, to the excellent humor. Once again, Onyi Nwabineli tells a story that is wise, captivating and unforgettable."--Ore Agbaje-Williams, author of The Three of Us
Praise for Someday, Maybe:
A Good Morning America Book Club Pick * A Book of the Month Club Pick * LibraryReads Pick
"Nwabineli is magic with words, and manages to be at turns bitingly funny and heart-breakingly gutting. A book that acknowledges despair whilst encouraging hope."--Bolu Babalola, bestselling author of Honey and Spice
"If you are someone who gravitates toward emotional gut punch reads, allow me to introduce you to this spectacular debut..."--BuzzFeed
"Incisive and witty. I couldn't put it down. Each richly developed character leaps off the page with vivid dimension."--Lolá Ákínmádé Åkerström, bestselling author of Everything Is Not Enough
"One of the most powerful novels about grief I've read. It is simultaneously moving, witty and restorative."--Daily Mail
"A heartbreaking exploration of grief that illustrates the power of relationships with those we love."--ESSENCE
"Someday, Maybe is an earnest study on grief that forces you to examine it and not look away."--Associated Press
"Nwabineli's exceptional debut is a heartfelt and moving portrayal of grief and recovery in all its messiness...This is an excellent choice for book clubs and for readers who enjoy thought-provoking, deeply emotional fiction."--Booklist *starred review*
"Reflective and heartrending, Someday, Maybe is also surprisingly witty and compellingly relatable. A powerfully realized debut."--Ms. Magazine