#HANIFA: Wanyiri Maina on the Secret That Refused to Stay Silent

In this episode of the Wanyiri Podcast, author Wanyiri Maina sits down at The Reading Room studio to unpack his gripping new book, #HANIFA — the story of voices that refuse to be silenced. We dig into the secrets, identity, and hidden truths at the heart of the book, what inspired Wanyiri to write it, and the real-life moments that shaped Hanifa's journey. Whether you're already a fan of African literature and Kenyan authors, or you're just discovering #HANIFA for the first time, this conversation goes deep into the story behind the story — the research, the risks of writing about silenced voices, and why this book is striking a chord with readers right now. 📖 Get your copy of #HANIFA by Wanyiri Maina and join the conversation. 🎙️ Wanyiri Podcast — Books. Ideas. Conversations. Recorded at The Reading Room studio. If you enjoyed this episode, like, comment, and subscribe for more author interviews, book discussions, and honest conversations on the Wanyiri Podcast. #HANIFA #WanyiriMaina #WanyiriPodcast #TheReadingRoom #KenyanAuthors #AfricanLiterature #BookPodcast #BookTok #AuthorInterview #NewBookRelease #KenyanBooks #BookDiscussion Suggested tags: Wanyiri Maina, Hanifa book, #HANIFA, Wanyiri Podcast, The Reading Room, Kenyan author, African literature, book podcast, author interview, new book 2026, Kenyan books, book discussion podcast, silenced voices, book club Kenya