Nana Kwame Adjei-Brenyah is an acclaimed American author, best known for his book "Friday Black." Adjei-Brenyah was born in Spring Valley, New York, and pursued his undergraduate studies at SUNY Albany. He later attended Syracuse University, where he received his MFA.
Adjei-Brenyah's writing has been featured in numerous publications, including Guernica, Compose: A Journal of Simply Good Writing, Printer’s Row, Gravel, and The Breakwater Review. His work has been well-received, with his talent and potential recognized early on. In fact, he was selected by ZZ Packer for the 2nd Annual Breakwater Review Fiction Contest, which provided him with a platform to showcase his writing skills further.
Prior to the publication of his first book, Adjei-Brenyah was the '16-'17 Olive B. O'Connor fellow in fiction at Colgate University. This prestigious fellowship allowed him to focus on his writing and develop his craft. His dedication and hard work paid off with the publication of "Friday Black," a collection of stories that explores themes of racism, consumerism, and the human condition. The book has been praised for its unique voice, sharp social commentary, and powerful storytelling.