Emmanuel C. Ezike II

PRESENT DAY RECONSTRUCTION EFFORTS IN LIBERIA SPURS HISTORICAL FICTION: Local Writer Pens Novel about Liberia's Heritage, Current Affairs and Future Possibilities. Minneapolis, MN---Author Emmanuel C. Ezike II presents a novel which depicts Liberia's history, and it's affiliation to America artistically through diverse perspectives ranging from politics and faith, to education and occupation. Dated sometime in the present, the writer hints at a recent civil war, Liberia's current economic state and offers rhetorical prognosis about his country reclaiming its place as Africa's First Independent Republic. Ezike, who works for a major investment firm in Minneapolis says the idea of Coming From Liberia first came about when he saw news of war torn Liberia being flashed on TV screens and Newspapers in America "I felt a deep pain in my heart when I saw kids and young men and women my age shooting assault riffles at their own brothers and sisters that I started to write intensely in response to the articles and images. And after twenty minutes or so I had written about ten pages. I knew I had to complete this book even if it only helped a few young people who are indeed the key to my country's future." Ezike says Liberia's future is so golden and his people so resilient that he is encapsulated in playing his part in the reconstruction efforts by being a builder of thoughts and words; a writer so to speak. He is finishing up Part II of Coming From Liberia (The Arrival). He has also written an award winning screenplay entitled When All Is Said And Done which won Best Breakthru Screenplay in The New York International Independent Film and Video Festival. He has a series of works in progress; Part III of Coming From Liberia (The Decision) and two fiction novels. He beckons all Liberians, all people to find and do what they can in order to contribute to the enlightenment and perpetuation of the human race.

REVIEWS!!

Coming from Liberia is an excellent book. The valuable information is not just for Liberians but for all young adults coming of age and their parents as well. Written in a fun readable style yet loaded with thoughtful insight and advise for successful living. A great buy at twice the price. Joel Shields , Minnetonka, MN

In a modern twist of the story of the Prodigal Son, this allegory shares life lessons, wisdom, advice, and gentle admonishments delivered with the dignity of a father’s handshake and the gentle grace of a kiss from your favorite Aunt. Within the pages of this book you will find a brief history of Liberia starting from the early antebellum days. It is a delicious taste of modern African culture in the aftermath of tragic civil strife that portrays the resilience and forgiveness of the people of Liberia. This book should be required reading for young people starting their journey and for those looking to expand their view of the world. Kieran G. Eden Prairie, MN.

AUTHOR BIOGRAPHY Emmanuel Chidi Ezike II was born in Monrovia, Liberia as the second child gifted to Emmanuel and Rose Ezike. He attended St. Michael's Catholic School from age six to sixteen in Liberia until December 1992 when his family fled The Liberian Civil War for Lagos, Nigeria. Emmanuel continued his Secondary Education at St. Charles College in Onitsha, Nigeria where he graduated Valedictorian of his High School in June 1995. In October 1995 Mr. Ezike and his mother immigrated to the United States and resided in Minnesota. He began his Higher Education at the University of Minnesota Twin Cities Campus in September 1996 and received a Bachelor of Arts in the Studies of Cinema and Media Culture. In 2008, he completed his first Historical Self-help Fiction COMING FROM LIBERIA published via Lulu.com. Emmanuel C. Ezike II resides in Minneapolis, Minnesota with his wife Eva and ginger; their Boston terrier.