A Conversation with Igiaba Scego
Igiaba Scego is a Somali-Italian writer that is known for her work on migrant issues ( thanks to Afro Europe for the heads up ).
Celebrating Cuban Poet Nancy Morejon
Cuban Poet Nancy Morejon is one of Cuba’s most translated poets. She has published at least 12 volumes of poetry she currently directs the Caribbean Studies Center at Casa de las Américas, Havana.
Sugarcane Congratulates NoViolet Bulawayo on Winning the Caine Prize
Sugarcane is proud to announce the Winner of the 2011 Cain Prize For African Writing is Zimbabwe’s NoViolet Bulawayo. Ms. Bulawayo won for her piece ”
TAVIS SMILEY TO DISCUSS NEW BOOK, FAIL UP, WITH DR. GARRARD MCCLENDON IN CHICAGO
Chicago, IL (BlackNews.com) — Tavis Smiley will be in Chicago to discuss his book, Fail Up. Tickets are now on sale for Tavis Smiley:
Bocas Literary Fest Announces Programme
The Bocas Lit Fest is the first Trinidad and Tobago Literary Festival: an annual celebration of books, writers, and writing, with a Caribbean focus and international scope.
Sugarcane Book Club Recommends: “Dreams in a Time of War: A Childhood Memoir by Ngugi wa Thiong’o
Ngugi is an internationally acclaimed Kenyan playwright, journalist, writer and professor. His theatrical work changed the way Theatre was experienced in Kenya and his work has been an inspiration and example to many writers around the world.
Ziggy Marley’s MARIJUANAMAN Debuts in April
He’s a Grammy Award-winning musician, an irrefutable Reggae star, and staunch environmental and social activist. In April, ZIGGY MARLEY steps into another creative arena with the release of MARIJUANAMAN from Image Comics.
Sapphire’s Latest Book “The Kid ” Set for a July 5th Release Date
[amazon-product image=”51pGXTsoSgL._SL110_.jpg” region=”us” tracking_id=”blackgreenand-20″ type=”image”]1594203040[/amazon-product]Ann Godoff, President and Publisher of The Penguin Press, an imprint of Penguin Group (USA), today announced the acquisition of Sapphire’s The Kid, the second novel by the bestselling author of Push.
Sankofa Moment: Revisiting “The Negro Artist and the Racial Mountain”
February is Black History in the United States. It’s a time for us to celebrate the accomplishments that Blacks have made and the affect of them on a global scale.
