“Bittersweet history-making” – Black British authors on their literary success
When authors Candice Carty-Williams and Bernardine Evaristo became the first Black women to secure top awards for their…
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Literary heavyweights join to form Black Writers’ Guild for real change
A group of more than 200 Black published writers have come together to form the Black Writer’s Guild…
New literary festival to launch in the heart of Tottenham this November
The Tottenham Literature Festival is a bold new event aimed at celebrating Black writers and distinctive children’s literature…
10 Literary works by #poc that would be on our curriculum list!
So, what’s wrong with wanting more diversity in your university’s English literature curriculum? In a bid to encourage…
Zora Neale Hurston’s Their Eyes Were Watching God: Folio Society edition
Zora Neale Hurston’s Their Eyes Were Watching God gets the Folio Society treatment in a stunning new edition illustrated by…
Visit Bath: The ultimate couple’s trip guide on what to see and do
Bath is the perfect destination if you’re searching for a couple’s trip idea with its natural landscapes, rejuvenating…
“Diversity is my driving force” – children’s book illustrator, Diane Ewen
Illustrator Diane Ewen has received one of the biggest accolades in the literary industry, being named Illustrator of…
10 books by Black authors that should be on your 2022 pre-order list
Hotly anticipated titles from Candice Carty-Williams, Akwaeke Emezi and Lizzie Damilola Blackburn are among our roundup of books…
How does this reimagined Tube map by TfL honour Black British History?
As part of their 40th anniversary celebrations, Black Cultural Archives has partnered with Transport for London to launch…
The inevitable is here: Blackman’s Noughts and Crosses finds its Endgame
For Malorie Blackman OBE, the ninth and final instalment of her most famous work – Noughts and Crosses…
London Literature Festival returns and the theme is “friendship”: the highlights
The Southbank Centre has announced the return of the London Literature Festival (21 – 31 Oct) and the…
10 must-read books to add to your (and your kids’) summer reading list
If you’re looking for a good book to add to your summer reading list, the Melan Magazine roundup…
Seven Days in June – book review: “A smart, sexy testament to Black joy”
The latest novel from Tia Williams is a captivating love story that will have you falling in love…
Which two authors are winners in this year’s Jhalak Prize 2021 awards?
Novelist and short story writer, Jennifer Nansubuga Makumbi and Young Adult author, Patrice Lawrence, have both won 2021…
Re-imagine classic novel Noughts & Crosses in new illustrated edition
In celebration of the newly illustrated version of Malorie Blackman’s YA classic Noughts & Crosses, the book’s illustrator…