Fiction

A showcase of debut books by first-time and self-published authors.

Presenting the latest Peekash Press anthology, collecting new writing from around the Commonwealth reflecting on the experience of Indian indentureship.

Haitian writer Néhémy Pierre Dahomey and Trinidadian Ayanna Gillian Lloyd read from and discuss fictions where family ties intersect with history and politics, chaired by Marie Abdulah. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OiQTkNvcnps&list=PLg6BREpAhZH1SMyQXgo-iO1pRDF8zjfFe&index=3&t=0s

Krystal Sital, author of the hardhitting memoir Secrets We Kept: Three Women of Trinidad, talks to Angelique Nixon about her book and the sometimes unspoken traumas that lurk within families. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8h8fNzdiQD8&list=PLg6BREpAhZH1SMyQXgo-iO1pRDF8zjfFe&index=4

Marina Warner (Fly Away Home) and Abigail Parry (Jinx) read from their stories and poems inspired by a rich tradition of fairy tales, folklore, spells and curses; chaired by Shivanee... Read More

The successor to the groundbreaking anthology of African and African-diaspora women writers has its Caribbean debut, introduced by editor Margaret Busby, with readings by TT writers Lisa Allen-Agostini, Alake Pilgrim,... Read More

Celebrating Caribbean LGBTI+ Writing! Join us for drinks, poems, stories, comedy, cancing and open mic! Hosted by Andre Bagoo, Cherisse & Terry Ann (Queer Corner) • Featuring: • Angelique V.... Read More

T&T’s eminent writer reads from his classic novel The Dragon Can’t Dance and discusses how its concerns and ideas have remained relevant after fifty years. Introduced by Funso Aiyejina.

T&T Carnival’s traditional Bookman character never speaks, but he carries a huge volume containing the names of condemned souls. Following our riveting tribute to the Midnight Robber at our 2018... Read More

The celebrated Kittitian-British writer reads from his new novel inspired by the life of Jean Rhys, and discusses his life in letters with Granta online editor Luke Neima. In partnership... Read More

Muli Amaye (A House with No Angels) and Geoffrey Philp (Garvey’s Ghost) read from their novels in which momentous events and individuals from the past influence the lives of characters... Read More

Extraordinary writers of science fiction, fantasy, and historical fiction imagine alternative pasts and futures. Featuring Marlon James, Nalo Hopkinson, Marcia Douglas, Danez Smith, and Karen Lord. Music by Freetown Collective.... Read More

The award-winning British novelist talks to Lucy Hannah about her books exploring contemporary London with all its contradictions of race and class. In partnership with the British Council

Part two of this groundbreaking series, in which writers of today are commissioned to explore the Caribbean’s literary archives and write new creative works. Featuring Kendel Hippolyte, Celeste Mohammed, and... Read More

The acclaimed Mexican writer reads from his fiction exploring the meaning of cultural and physical borders in the age of Trump, and talks to Granta online editor Luke Neima.

As the landmark writing workshop celebrates its 20th anniversary, celebrated Cropper alumni share their work and memories. Introduced by Funso Aiyejina and Merle Hodge. Featuring readings by Andre Bagoo, Rhoda... Read More

Claire Adam (Golden Child) and Alexia Arthurs (How to Love a Jamaican) read from and discuss their debut books of fiction, tackling the tricky bonds of family and individuality. Chaired... Read More

The two biggest names in Caribbean science fiction and fantasy share a stage. Nalo Hopkinson, author of classics like Brown Girl in the Ring and Midnight Robber, and Marlon James,... Read More

The Trinidad and Tobago Writers Union presents Folklore: the supernatural and the extraordinary, featuring dramatic readings and presentations by members of the Writers Union of T&T.

Marcia Douglas and Geoffrey Philp read from their works inspired by Jamaican music, and discuss how the reggae spirit infuses broader Jamaican culture; chaired by Julie Harris.

Presenting a talent-packed new anthology of some of the Caribbean’s best writers, introduced by co-editor Jacob Ross. Featuring Barbara Jenkins, Elizabeth Walcott- Hackshaw, and a reading from the late Hazel... Read More

Two extraordinary new short story collections by Breanne McIvor (Where There Are Monsters) and Anton Nimblett (Now, After) make their debut. With readings by the authors and a conversation chaired... Read More