Celebrate 40 Years of Peepal Tree Press – Special Literary Event!

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Join us for an unforgettable evening at The Writers Centre as we honour the 40th anniversary of Peepal Tree Press, the trailblazing publishing house that has helped define contemporary Caribbean literature!

Event Details

  • Date: Saturday, 08 November
  • Time: 5.30 pm
  • Venue: The Writers Centre, 14 Alcazar Street, St. Clair

About the Event:
Five acclaimed Peepal Tree authors—James Christopher AboudAndre BagooDanielle Boodoo-FortunéJ. Vijay Maharaj, and Elizabeth Walcott-Hackshaw—will each read from a Peepal Tree title that holds special meaning to them. The readings will be followed by a compelling conversation with Nicholas Laughlin, exploring Peepal Tree Press’s enormous impact on Caribbean writing and culture.

Special Treats for Attendees:

  • FREE Admission — everyone is welcome!
  • For one night only, @paperbasedbookshop is offering a special 10% discount on all Peepal Tree Press titles!
  • The Writers Centre’s in-house coffeeshop, @sleepycatcafe, will be serving delicious treats, coffee, and tea for purchase.

Come out and celebrate Caribbean creativity, connect with your favourite writers, discover new voices, and enjoy an inspiring literary night with friends and fellow book lovers!

Don’t miss this milestone event!
Stay tuned for more updates.

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