About the author

MBIDA MBIDA CAMILLE

<br> <strong>Mbida</strong> <strong>Mbida Camille</strong> is a Cameroonian writer, poet, and storyteller whose writing weaves narratives that explore his country's divisions with lyricism and commitment. Through his works, he stands out for his ability to blend the fantastical with the poetic, humor with depth, and hope with tragedy. His literary universe, often tinged with psychological suspense, delves into the boundaries between the real and the imaginary, creating atmospheres that are both oppressive and captivating. Passionate about stories that build bridges between people, <strong>Mbida Mbida Camille</strong> explores universal themes such as love, memory, identity, and coexistence. He gives a voice to the forgotten and questions issues of identity and coexistence through stories that resonate with the constantly changing modern world. His writing is a mix of lyricism and commitment, using the richness of local cultures to carry a contemporary and universal voice. His notable works include novels that highlight crucial aspects of Cameroonian society and human relationships. <br><br><em><strong>​​​​​​​Au nom de la même racine (In the name of the same root)</strong></em>, for example, is a choral and poetic novel that champions unity in diversity, a narrative song against tribalism and "hereditary silences."<br><br>​​​​​​​Similarly, <em><strong>Lettre à Passy: chronique d'un amour impossible</strong></em> explores interpersonal relationships, tribalism, and xenophobia, showing how love can be tested by social prejudices. <br><br>​​​​​​​Other titles like <em><strong>Quand les cendres fleurissent </strong></em>or<em><strong> Sous ta langue, mon exil (Under your tongue, my exile)</strong></em> demonstrate his ability to explore invisible wounds and quests for belonging. <br><strong>​​​​​​​Mbida Mbida Camille</strong> establishes himself as a unique voice in contemporary Cameroonian literature. He writes stories that honor both the intimacy of the human heart and the grand collective narrative of a nation. His works invite the reader to a deep reflection on what connects and separates us, delicately exploring the complexity of emotions and identities.<br>​​​​​​​<br>