Exploring the Themes of Children of Blood and Bone

The transcript features an interview with Tomi Adeyemi, discussing her journey as a young Nigerian author of a New York Times best-selling book, 'Children of Blood and Bone.' The conversation covers her excitement about the book being adapted into a movie, her inspiration from African mythology, and the importance of representation in literature. Adeyemi shares her creative process and the book's themes, which blend fantasy with real-world issues, aiming to inspire young readers, especially those who haven't seen themselves represented in stories before.

At what age did the guest write a New York Times best-selling book?

• 21 years old

• 30 years old

• 24 years old

• 18 years old

What did the guest joke about regarding their career choice?

• Becoming a teacher

• Becoming a doctor

• Becoming a chef

• Becoming an astronaut

What inspired the guest to create their book's world?

• A movie they watched

• A story from a friend

• A picture of the Orisha they saw in Brazil

• A dream they had

What was the guest's initial reaction to their book being adapted into a movie?

• They were worried about the adaptation

• They thought it was a joke

• They were immediately excited

• They were indifferent

What genre does the guest's book belong to?

• Science Fiction

• Fantasy

• Historical Fiction

• Romance

How did the guest describe the process of finding the story for their book?

• As a sudden revelation

• By brainstorming with friends

• Through extensive research

• As a gradual daydream

What does the guest compare their book to, in terms of themes?

• 'Harry Potter' with a twist

• 'Lord of the Rings' in a modern setting

• 'Star Wars' with deeper social commentary

• 'Black Panther' with magic

What allegory is present in the guest's book?

• The journey of self-discovery

• The modern black experience

• The battle between good and evil

• The importance of family

What emotional reaction did the guest have while writing the book?

• They found it humorous

• They felt indifferent

• They shed a lot of tears

• They were constantly surprised

What motivated the guest to include characters who look like them in their stories?

• A university assignment

• Feedback from early readers

• The lack of representation they saw growing up

• A challenge from a friend