Literature

Black Books Club: ‘High-Rise Mystery’ by Sharna Jackson – Meet the crime world’s newest detectives
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The first young black detective duo in fiction appears in Sharna Jackson's compelling new novel...
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Nikesh Shukla: Works hard, does good.
Spotlight on… Nikesh Shukla
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Nikesh Shukla: Writer, Activist, Game-changer If you follow publishing conversations on Twitter, then you probably...
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Portrait of N.K. Jemison (Photo: Laura Hanifin 2015)
International Women’s Day: Spotlight on… NK Jemisin
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NK Jemisin is a science fiction writer, a qualified psychologist, and a complete badass. Despite...
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A fertile concept: Fertility Fest 2019 highlights
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The world’s first arts festival dedicated to fertility, infertility, reproductive science and modern families will...
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Awards founder Adrian Grant with Mandla Mandela, Professor Green, Krishnan Guru-Murthy, the UK cast of Hamilton and Kevin Hines
The winners of the 2019 Visionary Honours Awards
A glittering night was enjoyed by all at the inaugural Visionary Honours 2019, held at...
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Natives – Akala
NOMINATIONS: Book of the year
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Natives – Akala The first book by the hip-hop artist and performer Akala explores intersectional...
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Inside the #readtheonepercent pop-up book shop in Brixton (Credit: knightsof Instagram)
Crowdfunding for diversity: The publisher promoting BAME children’s books
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An independent publisher has launched a landmark crowdfunding campaign to promote children’s books with black...
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How to write a novel – tips for getting started
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1. Always carry a notebook Carry a notebook everywhere and write down everything that springs...
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