Poetry

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.

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

St. Lucian writers of two generations, Kendel Hippolyte (Word Planting) and Canisia Lubrin (Voodoo Hypothesis) read from their new books of poetry, rooted in island soil but extending their branches... 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

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

Enjoy some of the best talent from the First Citizens National Poetry Slam semi-final round, performing now without the pressure of competition, for the sheer love of poetry.

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

Uganda-born British poet Nick Makoha, author of Kingdom of Gravity, and Trinidadian Danielle Boodoo-Fortuné, author of Doe Songs, read and discuss their work with Shivanee Ramlochan.

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.

Nicole Sealey and Forward Prize winner Danez Smith read and discuss their stellar poems challenging ideas about politics and aesthetics. Chaired by Shivanee Ramlochan.

It’s the year’s biggest night of poetry, as T&T’s top performance poets vie for the championship and the first prize of TT$50,000. Continuing with the Game of Thrones motif established... Read More