Sefi Atta (born 1964) is a Nigerian novelist and playwright who has published acclaimed works including "Everything Good Will Come" and "A Bit of Difference." She has won numerous awards including the Wole Soyinka Prize for Literature. Her works explore themes of Nigerian society, women's experiences, and social change.


LITERARY ACHIEVEMENTS:
Atta has published acclaimed novels and plays that have been widely praised. Her works including "Everything Good Will Come" and "A Bit of Difference" have won awards and have been studied in universities. Her literary achievements have established her as an important voice in African literature.

WOLE SOYINKA PRIZE:
Atta won the Wole Soyinka Prize for Literature, one of Africa's most prestigious literary awards. The prize recognizes excellence in African literature, and winning it brought recognition to Atta's work. This achievement established her as one of Africa's leading contemporary writers.

THEMES AND EXPLORATIONS:
Atta's works explore themes of Nigerian society, women's experiences, and social change. Her novels and plays address important social issues while maintaining literary excellence. This combination of social commentary and literary artistry has made her works both critically acclaimed and widely read.

PLAYWRITING:
Atta is also an accomplished playwright, with plays that have been performed in Nigeria and internationally. Her dramatic works address social and political issues while maintaining artistic excellence. Her plays have contributed to Nigerian drama.

INTERNATIONAL RECOGNITION:
Atta has received recognition for her literary contributions including the Wole Soyinka Prize and other awards. Her works have been translated into numerous languages and have been studied in universities worldwide. Her international recognition has brought attention to African literature.

LEGACY AND INFLUENCE:
Sefi Atta's legacy extends beyond her individual achievements. Through her works, she has contributed to African literature and has enriched understanding of Nigerian experiences, particularly women's experiences. Her Wole Soyinka Prize win demonstrated that African writers can achieve recognition for their work. She has inspired other African writers and has contributed to the development of African literature.

FAST FACTS:
- Born 1964 in Lagos, Nigeria.
- Education: University of Ife (English Literature), Birmingham City University, UK (Creative Writing).
- Key Achievement: Won Wole Soyinka Prize for Literature.
- Publications: Acclaimed novels and plays including "Everything Good Will Come," "A Bit of Difference."
- Recognition: Wole Soyinka Prize, works translated into numerous languages.
- Notable: Explores themes of Nigerian society and women's experiences.
- Impact: Contributed to African literature, inspired other writers.
- Current Status: Continues to write and publish.