Episode 1: Kwei Quartey: Ghanaian Noir's Mastermind – A Journey of Character, Courage, and Compassion

Release Date: September 5, 2024
Recorded On: July 11, 2024

In this debut episode, we sit down with Kwei Jones Quartey, a Ghanaian–American detective fiction novelist and retired physician. Quartey shares insights into how he balanced his medical career with his passion for writing, producing critically acclaimed novels like Wife of the Gods and The Missing American, which was shortlisted for the Edgar Allan Poe Best Novel Award. We discuss his unique perspective as both a doctor and a storyteller, his exploration of Ghanaian culture in his books, and the ways he brings compassion and courage to his characters.

Quartey is a Los Angeles Times Bestselling author and a key figure in African American literature, having made the AALBC list multiple times. His journey is one of perseverance, creativity, and an unwavering commitment to his craft.

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