Uchenna Onyishi

March 1, 2023

I Don’t Want To Be a Soldier, I Don’t Want To Die

The first girl that broke my heart cried on my behalf. I still remember that night in high school like it was yesterday. In truth, I do not care much for her anymore, except for the gaping wound that she left me with. And all the women it haunted since her. Continue reading

Uchenna Onyishi

Infidelity, Longing, Open Letters, Vague Insecurities
February 1, 2023

Who I Am Is Someone Who Leaves

I am sure that when you told me I could be whoever I wanted to be, in your many attempts at saving me from myself, you expected I would always want to be yours. Continue reading

Amarachi Onu, Uchenna Onyishi

Longing, Open Letters, Sad, Vague Insecurities
December 1, 2022

Bed Peace

I am so scared of settling with you because I do not know what version of you forever will leave me with. Continue reading

Uchenna Onyishi

Growing Old, Longing, Open Letters, Sad, Vague Insecurities

About Me

I’m a Nigerian fiction writer and creative director who grew up in Beijing, China. I’m currently pursuing an MFA in Creative Writing (Fiction) at Columbia University in the City of New York. My work explores themes of love, longing, loss, family, and the fragile bonds that hold us together.

I hold a Ph.D. in Economics from the University of International Business and Economics, Beijing. At the moment, I’m at work on my debut novel. From time to time, I also write shorter stories, letters, and reflections on the questions and moments that trouble my mind and spirit.

You can find me on Substack and Instagram via the icons below.

Uchenna Onyishi

I Don’t Want To Be a Soldier, I Don’t Want To Die

Who I Am Is Someone Who Leaves

Bed Peace