Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie has been making waves since the release of Dream Count, her latest novel. From magazine covers to major interviews, she’s also landed a spot on the 2025 Women’s Prize for Fiction shortlist.
In a recent conversation on Trevor Noah’s What Now? podcast, she delves into the book’s themes and her creative journey, calling Dream Count her most mature work yet—one where she embraced uncertainty rather than seeking all the answers.
The discussion touches on fame’s effect on creativity, the influence of American academia, love in literature, and how global narratives are shaped. They also explore the complexities of differing viewpoints, the fine line between humor and offense, and why Chimamanda has stepped away from social media.
