Award-winning author Nnedi Okorafor, whose work on the Marvel Black Panther comic book series garnered international acclaim, is coming to Southern Maryland. Okorafor will take part in a moderated discussion from 6:30 p.m. to 8 p.m. on October 11 at Leonardtown High School. The event is free and open to the public, but registration is required. It will also be available virtually. “This event is a terrific example of Maryland libraries working together to develop programs that support and strengthen literacy efforts across the state,” said Maryland State Librarian Morgan Lehr Miller. “I’m thrilled such an esteemed and accomplished author will join us to share her knowledge, insights and perspective with the Southern Maryland community and beyond.” Okorafor is a novelist of African-based science fiction and fantasy for children and adults. Building on the work of Stan Lee and Ta-Nehisi Coates, whose Black Panther comics were adapted into a blockbuster movie in 2018, Okorafor authored several issues of Black Panther – Long Live the King, a continuation of the series and Hugo nominee for Best Novella. In addition, Okorafor authored Wakanda Forever, also adapted into a global hit movie, and the spin-off Shuri. Among Okorafor’s many other works are the […]
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