The Journey to Becoming a Writer

Dr. James Tijani reflects on his unexpected journey to becoming a writer, describing how he didn’t initially identify with the title despite being an academic historian. Growing up in an immigrant family where writing was not prevalent, he found writing to be a mysterious realm that intrigued him. It wasn't until he began taking history classes as a college student that he grasped writing as a creative and expressive tool, particularly in understanding his place in U.S. society. This newfound love for writing evolved through the act itself, demonstrating that writers can arise from diverse backgrounds and experiences.