31-year - old writer grew up in Nigeria and studied in London First novel was shortlisted for Orange Fiction Prize ; has won other literary awards . The Nigerian novelist talks to CNN about her craft , her country and identity . Latest work is collection of short stories about the Nigerian immigrant experience .
31-year - old writer grew up in Nigeria and studied in London First novel was shortlisted for Orange Fiction Prize ; has won other literary awards . Latest work is collection of short stories about the Nigerian immigrant experience .