Rebecca Kuang on fantasy: from Babel, Yellowface to hell
Explore the enchanting ‘Realms of the Imagination’ at the British Library’s fantasy exhibition with bestselling author Rebecca Kuang.
Elif Shafak: literature as a tool for diversity and acceptance
A conversation with celebrated novelist and thinker Elif Shafak, who shares her insights on literature, diversity, and politics.
Barcelona literary tour: a ‘novel’ guide to the historic city
Explore the rich literary heritage, iconic landmarks, and vibrant culture of Barcelona in our literary travel guide and tour.
Neil Gaiman: the power of fantasy and making metaphors real
Neil Gaiman and Roz Kaveney discuss fantasy, storytelling, and literary influences at the British Library.
Dr Annabel Sowemimo: a ‘Divided’ and racist health system
Dr. Annabel Sowemimo shares her eye-opening journey in medicine, exposing racial biases and healthcare disparities in her book “Divided.”
Festival of the Accused: from historic witches to witchlit
The Festival of the Accused explores the enduring legacy of trials against witches and their relevance in the 21st century.
Black to the Future: top storytelling voices on demystifying genre
Black to the Future panellists Corey Brotherson, Rivers Solomon, and Chella Ramanan discuss the Afrofuturism storytelling.
Camilla Nord book: The Balanced Brain author on pain
Neuroscientist Camilla Nord explores chronic pain-depression link while sharing insights into brain-wellness connection and placebo effect.
Margate Bookie 2023: Adam Kay, happiness, and silent storytelling
The seaside town of Margate played host to the much-anticipated return of the 2023 Margate Bookie, a literary festival that bills itself as the first literary festival held in a former funfair. This four-day event featured a diverse lineup of talks and workshops with some of the most prominent figures in literature and philosophy, including […]
Black to the Future festival: a journey into Afrofuturism
In the world of literature, cinema, and art, Afrofuturism has emerged as a powerful and visionary movement, offering a glimpse into a future seen through a Black lens. “Black to the Future” (BttF) is a groundbreaking festival of outstanding Black artists, a creative space where visionary imaginings can thrive. This event, curated, founded, and directed […]