"Racism should never have happened and so you don't get a cookie for reducing it."
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About Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie
Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie is a Nigerian writer known for her novels which explore themes of identity, culture, and gender. Born in 1977 in Enugu, Nigeria, Adichie gained international acclaim for her works such as 'Purple Hibiscus,' 'Half of a Yellow Sun,' and 'Americanah.' She has received numerous awards for her writing and is considered one of the most prominent contemporary African authors.
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