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Congo & Queerness in the diaspora: "Where You Go, I Will Go" by Christina Fonthes - book review
Who doesn't love reading on the train? “Where You Go, I Will Go” is a debut book by Christina Fonthes that explores queerness, identity,...
Shomi Williams
Jun 133 min read
The 392 Book Review: Unveiling London's Raw and Diverse Voices
We finished reading The 392 by Ashley Hickson-Lovence and what a powerful, raw, and unforgettable read it was. Set on a London bus, The...
Joyce Kadunyi
May 93 min read
Reflections on Love: "Bad Love" by Maame Blue - book review
Maame Blue’s Bad Love is a compelling and heart-wrenching exploration of love, self-discovery, and the complexities of relationships...
Joyce Kadunyi
Mar 43 min read
A Broken People's Playlist Book Review: A Heartfelt Literary Gem
Dive into the heart-rending world of 'A Broken People's Playlist' with our book review. Discover the emotional journey of love, trauma, and
Joyce Kadunyi
Dec 30, 20242 min read
A Woman Like Me by Diane Abbott - a Black British book club review
Discover the captivating journey of Diane Abbott, the first black woman MP in the UK, through our Black British book club review of 'A Woman
Shomi Williams
Nov 13, 20243 min read
Unpacking the Bittersweet Themes of "Sweetness In The Skin": A Shelf Interest Book Club Review
Explore the themes of 'Sweetness In The Skin' as we unravel the complexities of classism, colourism, and community support in Jamaica
Shomi Williams
Oct 9, 20243 min read
Book Review: "And So I Roar" by Abi Daré - A Compelling Tale of Tragedy and Hope
Discover the compelling tale of tragedy and hope in 'And So I Roar' by Abi Daré. A thought-provoking journey of resilience and empowerment.
Joyce Kadunyi
Sep 10, 20243 min read
"We Were Girls Once": Navigating Womanhood, Politics, and Trauma
Discover the intergenerational journey of womanhood, politics, and trauma in 'We Were Girls Once' set against the backdrop of Nigeria. Dive
Shomi Williams
Aug 5, 20242 min read
"Exploring Black British Identity in "Manny and the Baby" by Varaidzo: A Book Review"
Manny and the Baby is a brilliant debut from Varaidzo, which exquisitely explores what it is to be black in the past and in more...
Joyce Kadunyi
May 7, 20242 min read
Ours book by Phillip B. Williams: An Afro-Surreal Masterpiece! Shelf Interest book club review
If you’re into afro-surrealism, historical fiction, intergenerational dynamics, the African American experience, then "Ours" is a must read!
Shomi Williams
Apr 14, 20243 min read
Book Club Review of "Who's Loving You: Love Stories by Women of Colour"
“Who’s Loving You: Love Stories by Women of Colour” is a collection of stories, edited by Sareeta Domingo, that tells very different...
Shomi Williams
Mar 6, 20242 min read
Drinking From Graveyard Wells by Yvette Lisa Ndlovu - book review
Drinking from Graveyard Wells is a short story collection written by Zimbabwean author and Sarungano (storyteller), Yvette Lisa Ndlovu....
Shomi Williams
Feb 5, 20242 min read
Edge of Here by Kelechi Okafor - Shelf Interest Book Club Review: A Futuristic Ode to Black Women
Discover the captivating world of "Edge of Here" by Kelechi Okafor. A post-modern fantasy, this book explores black womanhood and more.
Shomi Williams
Oct 8, 20234 min read
