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Alexander Nderitu
Publishing digital fiction and writing Kenyan stage plays.
When the Whirlwind Passes · Hannah and the Angel
- Born
- 23 April 1979
- Birthplace
- Nyeri, Kenya
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Alexander Nderitu
Alexander Nderitu is a Kenyan writer whose work includes novels, plays and poetry. His background in information technology informed his early use of online publishing.
Early life
Nyeri upbringing
Developed an interest in reading and writing while growing up in Nyeri.
Career
- 2001
Nairobi
Worked as a film reviewer and internet technologist.
- 2002
Online novel
Published When the Whirlwind Passes on the internet.
- 2007
Theatre production
His play Hannah and the Angel was staged in Nairobi.
Selected work
When the Whirlwind Passes
His debut novel, initially distributed online.
Hannah and the Angel
A humorous stage play.
The Patriots Club
A thriller concerning arms smuggling.
Beyond work
Literary community
Signed the PEN Charter and launched a literary prize in 2024.
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