Suyi Davies Okungbowa, born Osasuyi Okungbowa in Benin City (Nigeria), is a Nigerian writer of fantasy and science fiction. A creative writing professor at the University of Ottawa, he is the author of six novels and novellas drawn from West African cultures, notably the Yoruba myth and Igbo stories. His first novel, David Mogo, Godhunter (2019), won the Nommo Award in 2020.
His short stories have appeared in Lightspeed, Fireside, Strange Horizons, and other magazines. They have been awarded or nominated for several prizes, including the Nebula and the Ignyte Award.
Under the pseudonym Suyi Davies, he has published works for young readers, notably in the Stranger Things and Minecraft series.
Major Works (Novels)
| Year | Title | Series | English Publisher |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2019 | David Mogo, Godhunter | — (standalone) | Abaddon |
| 2021 | Son of the Storm | The Nameless Republic, vol. 1 | Orbit |
| 2023 | Warrior of the Wind | The Nameless Republic, vol. 2 | Orbit |
| 2024 | Lost Ark Dreaming | — (novella) | Tor Publishing Group |
| 2025 | The Intergalactic Empire of Wakanda | — (standalone) | Random House Worlds |
| 2026 | Season of the Serpent | The Nameless Republic, vol. 3 | Orbit |
Source & Bio
- Suyi Davies Okungbowa — English Wikipedia
- Official website