Paperworth Books to Host Reading for Derek Somto Nwokoye’s Debut Thriller at Mike Adenuga Centre

Paperworth Books Limited announces a book presentation and reading for the debut novel, In the Name of Murder, by author Derek Somto Nwokoye. The event is scheduled for Saturday, September 6, 2025, from 3:00 PM to 5:00 PM, at the Alliance Française, Mike Adenuga Centre, Ikoyi, Lagos. Admission is free and open to the public.

In the Name of Murder is described as a “genre-defying thriller” that has already generated excitement in Nigerian literary circles. The novel is praised for its bold narrative and cinematic pacing. Renowned writer and critic, Okey Ndibe, called the book a “thrilling, fast-paced novel that will keep you on the edge of your seat”. According to Ibiso Graham-Douglas, the publisher at Paperworth Books, the novel is a significant contribution to Nigerian storytelling because it challenges conventions and expands the boundaries of what Nigerian literature can be.

The event will be the first public presentation of the novel and will include an afternoon of immersive reading, discussions, and conversations about the book. Nwokoye stated he is excited about the opportunity to discuss his work with readers and that seeing the story come alive beyond the page is a dream come true.

The event is a celebration of bold storytelling and provides a platform for readers, writers, and literary enthusiasts to engage with themes of crime, justice, and identity in contemporary Nigerian fiction.