Short Bio

Unoma Nwankwor writes sweet contemporary multicultural romances set across Africa and the African Diaspora. Her stories are rooted in faith, family, and rich African culture. With every book, she promises readers humor, tight hugs, forehead kisses, and above all else—redemptive, sacrificial love. Her writing blends the beauty of spiritual truth with the complexities of modern love, offering heartwarming stories that celebrate culture, connection, and hope.

Quick Info Links

1. View Printable Book List
2. Full Bio & Pictures
3. Parent Company : KevStel Productions & Publications
4. Expectant Living Ministry/ Speaking Engagements
5. Unoma Nwankwor Suggested Interview Questions

Awards & Accolades

1. NWA’s Best Faith Based Fiction Writer Award, 2015
2. Romance In Color’s Reviewer’s Choice Award, 2015
3. The Scepter Award for Brilliance in Entertainment,2016
4. NWA’s 100 Most Influential Writers, 2016
5. NWA’s shortlist for Diaspora Writer of the Year, 2017
6. BRAB Nomination Women’s Fiction & Christian Fiction, 2018
7. Romance In Color Award of Excellence 2019
8. BRAB Nomination Women’s Fiction & Christian Fiction, 2021 &2022
9. Romance In Color Award of Merit, 2022
10. Member, Romance Writer’s of West Africa
11. Member, Sister of Faith Books.
12. Black Girls Who Write, Best Black Holiday Romance Award, 2024
13. BRAB’s Best Christian Fiction Award, 2024
14. BRAB’s Donna Hill Breakout Author Award, 2024
15. BRAB’s Beverly Jenkins Author of the Year Award, 2024
16. Georgia Independent Author Association’s Best Christian Fiction, 2025

Interviews & Features

1.USA Today Review of An Unexpected Blessing

2. Bowie State University Workshop : Christian Romance Novels Through the Eyes of West African Women.

3.Interview with Written Voices Blog

4.Trendy Africa Feature

5. Mountain on Fire feature on page 9

6. Afro Elle Magazine feature page 21

http://issuu.com/afroellemagazine/docs/december_2011_issue?e=2697295/2821636

7. Feature as Super Working Mom for July

8. Interview with Myne Whitman on Romance Meets Life

9. Bella Naija Feature

10. Interview with Konnect Africa

11. Grace For U

12. Feature in maiden issue of Afro Retro pg 14-17

http://issuu.com/afroretro-bcn/docs/afroretro_magazine_maiden__issuu_

13. Romance In Color

14. Black Christian Reads~ Journey to Publication

15. Front Porch Divas

16.10 Must Read African Novels

17. Reading From In The Dark

18.In The Dark: An Intimate Look

19. Movie Producer Article

20. Girl, Have You Read?

21. Star Power List ~ Victorious By Design

22. Interview with VoyageLA

23. Reading is My Super Power (Tangled in Christmas BTS)

24. Reader House UK Interview