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Femi Kayode

Femi Kayode trained as a clinical psychologist in Nigeria, before starting a career in advertising. He has created and written several prime-time TV shows. He recently graduated with a distinction from the UEA Creative Writing programme and is currently a PhD candidate at Bath Spa University. He lives in Windhoek, Namibia with his wife and two sons.

Genres: Mystery

New and upcoming books

November 2026

Dark Fall
(Philip Taiwo, book 3)

Series

Philip Taiwo
   1. Lightseekers (2021)
   2. Gaslight (2023)
   3. Dark Fall (2026)

Anthologies edited

Midnight in the Morgue and Other Stories (2025) (with Karen Jennings)

Award nominations

2024 CWA Ian Fleming Steel Dagger (shortlist) : Gaslight

Femi Kayode recommends

Witch Trial (2026)
Harriet Tyce
"Dark, twisty and unrelentingly brilliant. Tyce in top form."

The Lions' Den (2024)
Iris Mwanza
"A brave tale, written with compassion and a keen eye for detail . . . Memorable, insightful and compelling."

The African Samurai (2023)
Craig Shreve
"A necessary tale that's been masterfully told, and an essential read for lovers of great literature."

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