The Bocas Lit Fest is Celebrating Caribbean Stories Across Europe!
Join the Bocas Lit Fest this October as we bring an exciting lineup of Caribbean authors and poets to London, Madrid, and Belfast. This tour presents a unique opportunity to explore the richness and diversity of Caribbean literature, featuring thought-provoking panels, engaging readings, and lively discussions with some of the region’s most acclaimed writers.
London
Friday, 11 October 2024
British Library
This two-part evening explores themes of family, history, spirituality, and more. Featuring poets Anthony Joseph, Lawrence Scott, and Christine Roseeta Walker in conversation with Fawzia Kane, and prose writers Kevin Jared Hosein, Monique Roffey, and Safiya Sinclair in conversation with Colin Grant.
Madrid
Tuesday, 15 October 2024
Casa de América
An evening of intimate revelations in “Secretos íntimos del pueblo caribeño,” featuring Kevin Jared Hosein, Ingrid Persaud, and Safiya Sinclair, moderated by Nicholas Laughlin, Festival and Programme Director of the Bocas Lit Fest. This panel will discuss the hidden stories of Caribbean communities shaped by conflict and societal pressure.
Belfast
Thursday, 17 October 2024
Crescent Arts Centre
Bocas returns to the Belfast International Arts Festival! Authors Kevin Jared Hosein, Monique Roffey, and Safiya Sinclair read from their latest books, exploring how the most intimate relations of family and friendship are shaped by the tensions and conflicts of societies under pressure.
