Author
Tomi Adeyemi
Birth Date
August 1, 1993
(32 Years)
Associated Country
United States
Tomi Adeyemi is an American author known for writing fantasy fiction inspired by West African history, mythology, and culture. Her work combines epic worldbuilding, fast-paced adventure, and emotionally driven storytelling while exploring themes of identity, oppression, power, resilience, and social justice. Through richly imagined settings and memorable characters, Adeyemi has become one of the leading voices in contemporary young adult fantasy.
Born in the United States to Nigerian parents, Adeyemi draws extensively on Yoruba traditions and African folklore to create stories that celebrate cultural heritage while addressing universal questions about courage, belonging, and the struggle against injustice. Her novels are known for their immersive magic systems, dynamic characters, and exploration of the moral complexities of leadership, family, and resistance.
Since her debut, Adeyemi has earned international acclaim and built a devoted global readership. Her novels have become bestsellers, been translated into numerous languages, and attracted significant attention for their fresh perspective on epic fantasy. Through her imaginative storytelling and celebration of African-inspired mythology, she has helped expand the diversity and scope of modern fantasy literature.
Born in the United States to Nigerian parents, Adeyemi draws extensively on Yoruba traditions and African folklore to create stories that celebrate cultural heritage while addressing universal questions about courage, belonging, and the struggle against injustice. Her novels are known for their immersive magic systems, dynamic characters, and exploration of the moral complexities of leadership, family, and resistance.
Since her debut, Adeyemi has earned international acclaim and built a devoted global readership. Her novels have become bestsellers, been translated into numerous languages, and attracted significant attention for their fresh perspective on epic fantasy. Through her imaginative storytelling and celebration of African-inspired mythology, she has helped expand the diversity and scope of modern fantasy literature.
Books
The Siren 2026
Nothing is more intoxicating than power. . .
When Emery steps foot onto Dartmouth’s campus, she knows what she has to do: keep her scholarship, take her meds, and pray no one ever finds out about the...
Legacy of Orisha, Book 3
New allies rise. The Blood Moon nears. Zélie faces her final enemy. The king who hunts her heart.
When Zélie seized the royal palace that fateful night, she thought her battles had come to an end....
Legacy of Orisha, Book 2
After battling the impossible, Zélie and Amari have finally succeeded in bringing magic back to the land of Orïsha. But the ritual was more powerful than they could’ve imagined, reigniting the powers...
Legacy of Orisha, Book 1
In a world where magic has disappeared and magi, once revered, are targeted by a ruthless king, Zélie has always feared she would share the fate of her mother, killed at the hands of the king’s guards...