“WIVES ARE FOR RAINY DAYS; SIDE CHICKS ARE FOR BEST DAYS” is a captivating tale that explores the intricate dynamics of a marriage tested by ego, betrayal, and unforeseen challenges. Set against the backdrop of Nigeria, this poignant story delves into the depths of human emotions, resilience, and the transformative power of love.
Ekene and Uche, once deeply in love, find themselves grappling with their own demons and the cracks that have formed in their relationship. Uche, consumed by ego and narcissistic behaviors, unintentionally inflicts emotional wounds upon Ekene, pushing her away and leaving her feeling isolated and hurt.
This book takes readers on an emotional rollercoaster as Ekene and Uche navigate the complexities of their circumstances. With vivid storytelling, rich character development, and a narrative that explores universal themes of forgiveness, redemption, and the complexities of human relationships, it is a captivating novel that will resonate with readers who appreciate heartfelt stories of love, growth, and the triumph of the human spirit.
About the Author
Chioma Rosemary Onyekaba is a Nigerian writer, thinker, and cultural truth-teller whose work cuts across fiction, poetry, drama, reflective prose, and sociopolitical commentary. She is widely known for her fearless honesty, emotional depth, and intellectual courage—often confronting the uncomfortable realities society prefers to avoid.
Her writing is not ornamental; it is intentional. Chioma’s voice interrogates power, love, leadership, womanhood, trauma, resilience, and the high cost of silence. She writes for readers who are weary of shallow narratives and ready for truth that heals, challenges, and awakens. Her works consistently explore the emotional architecture of human relationships and the quiet strength required to survive betrayal, love deeply, and reclaim one’s voice.
Her eleventh book, Wives Are for Rainy Days, Side Chicks Are for Best Days, stands as one of her boldest works—fearlessly examining relationships, societal hypocrisy, emotional labor, and the dangerous myths normalized around love, loyalty, and gender roles. It reflects her signature style: raw, thought-provoking, and impossible to dismiss.
Chioma Rosemary Onyekaba is the author of several notable works, including:
Beyond storytelling, Chioma is the mind behind Bare Truths by Crom™, a platform and philosophy dedicated to confronting reality with clarity, courage, and compassion. Her work resonates deeply with readers who seek meaning beyond comfort and wisdom beyond convention.
She hails from Eluama in Isuikwuato Local Government Area of Abia State, Nigeria, and is a multi-talented, vibrant, industrious, award-winning Nigerian female writer, poet, novelist, dramatist, blogger, graphic designer, entrepreneur, motivational speaker, publisher, and photographer. She is also the Managing Director of Beauty & Brains Foundation Printing Press Nig. Ltd, Cromstar Studio, Cromstar Nig. Ltd, BBF Eshop, BBF Fashion, and BBF Food and Snacks—a testament to her versatility and creative enterprise.
Born in Jos in 1993, Chioma was educated at Abia State University, Uturu, where she studied English Language and Literature, and later at the University of Benin, where she earned a Master’s degree in Parliamentary Administration.
Simply put, Chioma Rosemary Onyekaba is a vessel of insight—a bucket full of wisdom waters—writing not to please, but to provoke thought, restore dignity, and leave her readers more awake than she met them.
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