Tomi Adeyemi opens up about her blockbuster book series live on 'GMA'

The 24-year-old writer discusses her breakout fantasy trilogy series, "Children of Blood and Bone."

[@ScorpioInLust]

Nigerians are shining ooooo now it’s my turn

[@Love25648]

abi

[@saraholuwatoyinajayi9758]

It's my turn to shine too in Jesus Christ our Savior name Amen!

[@s0p0lished]

Those parents are so proud. Beautiful story and family

[@DOTMH_1]

Her locs😍💗

[@emperater]

First time hearing about this but I'm in, it's great to see my Naija people doing great things

[@MeeraNair]

So glad that you were finally able to bring this magic to all of us readers :') I LOVE LOVE LOVE Children of Blood and Bone!!

[@onemillionsubscriberswitho8296]

SAAAAAAMMMMEEE

[@khaleesi4210]

Reading this now.... so far it's fantastic. Best book I've read in a long time.

[@999oj]

Vivi where can I get it from.?

[@khaleesi4210]

Hi OG -- I got mine on Amazon. :) www.amazon.com/Children-Blood-Bone-Legacy-Orisha/dp/1250170974

[@Schneeeulenwetter]

Vivi i don’t know i didn’t like that much. i liked sabaa tahir s book better. i think it’s bigger in the US. I think i just have to read it again

[@donutflamingo436]

It's the best book I've read ever! It's so amazing

[@jungoo3486]

You need to read more fantasy if you think this is the best book

[@peaceemmanuel4485]

So proud of my fellow Nigerians getting the recognition deserved #Naija4life

[@babatundefamutimi4550]

Respect to this female author. This is how education can grow and develop both men and women in the world ☺☺☺☺☺

[@adj5767]

Nigerians. Always Nigerians.

[@acharich]

😎

[@BenjaminIorlumunIbaba]

😁

[@gj9933]

Love her locks

[@charlenejohnson1160]

G J . I have locks also she gives me hope😘😘

[@2016brownie]

JESUS SHE'S 23 YEARS OLD!!!

[@franslam7398]

#NaijaStandUp!!

[@terenterenteren8301]

FranSlam I thought her name sounded Naija. They have so many writers.

[@Jay-tl7lb]

We outcheaa ma peepoo!

[@godspowero3562]

FranSlam 💚⚪️💚

[@mairinkenny6638]

She's the cutest!

[@jesussavesyeshedoes]

Nigeria Nigeria people under estimate the power of your people. Well done!

[@Gossiptgirl]

So excited for her, I'm reading this book right now and I'm loving it! I can't wait for it to be made into a movie

[@lollystar888]

Just read this entire book in two days. Absolutely stunning.

[@godisable8021]

Is so good to see great Nigerian making good things because anytime anybody hears Nigeria they think of negative things now there is a great name.... Congrats Tomi

[@slloyd5124]

I am in tears. Shine girl shine!!!!

[@Aishyo]

naija oooo

[@1937Me1]

I'm heading out to buy the book right now!

[@ThePrincessWithin313]

I'm so proud of her. As a children's author, Tomi is my inspiration

[@adedamolaodutayo2757]

Naija ooo,

[@titidavid3795]

Mama we made it! 🙌🏽🙌🏽❤️

[@bellemcgee7600]

I'm picking up this book tomorrow and I'm so excited!!!!

[@terenterenteren8301]

Man, I love her hair.

[@bolawhaley3725]

Why am I crying right now? So proud of you.

[@hydelover75]

If this becomes a movie am gonna cry. I love it so much!!!!!

[@IamBornThisWay100]

I love everything about this. EVERYTHING.

[@zlynn671_7]

Just finished reading the book! I freaking love it😂😂❤️❤️

[@johnhuff1986]

Was such a great debut!

[@pierregilson1211]

She's so awesome!

[@thespunkavenue3471]

Love her

[@smoothoperator9845]

👑African Queen Tomi...!👑The Children of Africa’s Giant-Nigeria 🇳🇬🇳🇬 are heeding to their Clarion Call of Greatness....! 👑 Queen Tomi 👑 My People Una Never Dey Carry Last O! One ☝️ Love 💕 Africa United!!

[@justcody4780]

I loved this book. It's amazing, I'm so proud of you Tomi

[@mustafacik617]

I just finished this book tonight- I'm blown away. Can't wait for a movie

[@theduke6174]

Nigerians and writing best selling books is so cliche in a good way.

[@adj5767]

Duke Temz that's eh. I even wrote a book when I was younger....lol

[@theduke6174]

Gertrude Ig I’m writing one right now ! Lol

[@acharich]

😎

[@cecejones2883]

Let’s not forget our other Nigerian chimamanda ngozi adichie

[@thebridge5483]

AD J 😂

[@MimiKeel]

Can't wait to read it.

[@MinxLaura123]

reading this book at mo! its GREAT!!! she is an amazing author!!!!

[@forestpark73]

She's gorgeous.

[@darealgem1]

Proudly Naija

[@justanotherreader4348]

Her family's support made me tear up!

[@charlenejohnson1160]

Would not be surprise, if her book becomes a MOVIE😘😘

[@mermaidtingzzz]

Cant wait to get my hands on it! So happy this moment has finally come for you Tomi! Change the world 1 imagination at a time! 💕💕💕

[@aislinglenihan1066]

I just finished reading CBB, and I legit tearing up watching this! Tomi is an inspiration to all of us writers. GO GIRL! ❤️

[@exaggeratedswagger7485]

I’m gonna have to check this book out

[@kymberlycourage]

I must read this! I am so here for my people! Yasssss!

[@dashanee0390]

Beautiful

[@floforlife04]

Way to go Tomi!!!

[@tm1665]

Originally purchased the Kindle version a few weeks and begin slowly reading. After finding out she's a BTS fan like myself, I also purchased the hardcopy and now half way through this amazing story! Cannot wait to see this on the big screen!

[@mojiokedara365]

Toni G no way, she' an army😬

[@Caroa-dn9yb]

So beautiful and talented 🔥

[@jgdesigner]

The book is so good

[@melodramatic7904]

Just bought it!

[@AsToldByHim]

This is so outstanding! She has motivated me to publish my book and finish my second. I love these types of good news stories. I wish you the best!!! Congratulations!!!

[@mphomolema7716]

The book is AMAZING

[@veiledseeker]

this got me so emotional!!!!!!! CONGRATS. ON YOUR SUCCESS

[@chenanigans2cents931]

WOOOOOO BELLA MY NIJIA SISTER MAY YOU BE BLESSED WITH ONLY THE BEST👏🏾👐🏾🇳🇬👐🏾

[@TristanStarrLove]

Ase and I love the book so far.

[@ChukwubuDike]

I am so proud of you. Well done dear.

[@shibbylou-hu]

Good for her!

[@ashleyhw4388]

This is so awesome! Can’t wait to read the book! On a random note, she looks like her mom and her brother looks like their dad.

[@missSDW]

I read the book in 4 days. It was amazing!!

[@kendrawheeler4416]

Honestly I’m reading this book right know and I’m in love!!💕 thanks Tomi

[@anisaysoknoitwell60]

My next audiobook.

[@keithbaucum7156]

She is a great author.

[@firesign4297]

So PROUD🤗 of YOU🤗👍👍 From a Sista from Bed Sty Bklyn....N.Y. 😊

[@TheCultureCounselor]

You go ahead girl! CONGRATULATIONS

[@dancerfruit2]

Love her hair

[@belmont2168]

Spectacular...color embedded in black and white print. It’s great to be Self- Published but, when a large Publishing House recognizes it like BAM!!

[@nyenepluishere4491]

Have to read!

[@ShinyBusterBaby]

I'm SO SLOW!!!! Tomi and Tobi!!!! She went viral with the BTS concert video. Plus, she's in her brothers videos and I still wasn't putting 2 and 2 together. Yeah, I'm going to read this book!!!

[@blackharbinger7569]

After watching this I bought the book and read it in two days. I have never read anything like this!!! I can't wait for the next in the series.

[@jasminesoyinka]

I really wish they could try and say her name as much as they say Russian or other names, even ask

[@perfectlycreated28]

JazzyWazzy yes! It's very phonetic, so it boggles the mind at how they struggle with pronounciation

[@SomeOne-sy6bt]

Wonderful....

[@ninatravis7791]

I LOVE THIS BOOK! OMG! Beautifully written. So many elements to the story. Can't wait for book 2.

[@FNFIHOCTW]

Lovely Family!

[@autumnbryana]

I just ordered this, can't wait!!!!!

[@gretchenmorris9241]

#BGM is Amazing...

[@Coochiecroutons]

My name is tobi too I'm shook

[@islanangle1404]

Warning: Spoiler below! Is Inan dead? I need confirmation! He's by far the best character in the book and he can't just die!

[@shanthifernandes4438]

He didn't die

[@mr.mhabvane6197]

You go girl keep raising

[@parkermudsen1063]

My god, she's gorgeous!

[@francescakyanda9182]

That is one of the most beautiful women I've ever seen...and she's a fantasy writer, too.

[@shanellem7091]

I just started reading it. So excited! 😊

[@islandgirlruby2750]

Wow talent and beauty

[@makedasquarrel4681]

When is this movie coming out?

[@barbiesleftshoe]

I bought this today and I've never gotten hooked on a book so quick since miss peregrines. She deserves every bit of success she gets.

[@girlwithquirks]

Her family is like EXACTLY what I pictured Zelie’s family to look like!

[@constanceescobar58]

A good support system is crucial.

[@groove-ut6ru]

Beautiful locs

[@vamplex]

I regret not reading it in may.... 5 months late

[@ecks2087]

Wooooooooooo those publishers that said no. I wonder what they feel

[@Saia_xx]

I hope my book can do as good as hers I just turned 24 myself and can’t even afford to go back to college my anxiety always getting the best of me 😔!!!! But I’m soooo happy for I pray I get as much of not good income from it

[@chelseaxoxo784]

Heyyy. I hope everything worked out for you. I'm praying God blesses you financially and keeps you safe. Sending you His love and infinite mercies♥️♥️♥️

[@lovablemusic4ever]

Yes 💪🏿

[@kevinaoyatedor5763]

🙌🙌🙌🙌🙌🙌🙌🙌

[@asyouwish.4098]

IS THAT THE BUFF BABY GUY😂😂😂

[@blackculturebridge.4977]

Another one for Naija.. woop woop

[@umairhussain794]

Reading this book right now, it's amazing!

[@brooklynebony]

I'm a 36 year old and I will read that book!!! lol

[@wm8673]

I AM ELATED!

[@natural4lifemiss]

Perfect summer reading list!