Behind the Words: Chimamanda Ngozi Adiche talks about her book 'Purple Hibiscus'

The transcript discusses the themes and characters of 'Purple Hibiscus', offers advice for young writers, and explores the author's writing process. It also delves into the story collection 'The Thing Around Your Neck', the creation of story collections, and the process of choosing book titles.

What is the main theme explored in 'Purple Hibiscus'?

• A detective solving a mystery

• A journey through space

• A family's struggle with a tyrannical father

• A romantic comedy

What advice does the author give to young writers?

• Avoid reading other authors' works

• Focus solely on grammar

• Read widely and seek diverse representation

• Write only about familiar topics

What is the central focus of 'The Thing Around Your Neck'?

• A single narrative about a hero

• A collection of stories about immigrants and new spaces

• A guide to writing fiction

• A historical account of a famous battle

How does the author describe her connection to 'Half of a Yellow Sun'?

• As a deeply emotional experience

• As a humorous endeavor

• As a casual project

• As a purely academic interest

What was the author's original preferred title for 'Purple Hibiscus'?

• The Quiet Flower

• The Purple Flower

• The Family Chronicle

• Breaking Gods

What does the author suggest about the process of finding a book title?

• It should be the first thing you decide

• It can be suggested by others

• It must be complex and lengthy

• It should be avoided altogether

What significance does the title 'Half of a Yellow Sun' hold?

• It was chosen by the publisher

• It relates to the Biafran flag and has poetic value

• It is a random choice

• It represents a fictional planet