Oghenechovwe Donald Ekpeki is a Nigerian speculative fiction writer, editor, and publisher. He made history as the first African-born Black author to win a Nebula Award, one of the most prestigious honors in science fiction and fantasy literature. Beyond the Nebula Award, Ekpeki has received numerous accolades for his work, including a World Fantasy Award, a British Fantasy Award, an Otherwise Award, and two Nommo Awards. He has also been a multi-time finalist for other major honors, including the Hugo Award, demonstrating consistent recognition from the speculative fiction community.