English▼Challenged Sovereignty will certainly force the average reader to look at the Caribbean through a different lens. The typical visitor to the region views this part of the world through stereotypical rose-tinted glasses seeing only sand, sea, and sun. Ivelaw Lloyd Griffith gives us another perspective, the one hidden from view behind the walls of the sprawling all-inclusive resorts that dot the islands.
For many years, The Gleaner Company was the place to go if Jamaicans wanted to pursue a career in journalism. That is where Howard McGowan went in 1974, and stayed for 23 years.
Toronto, ON – In many countries like the UK, US, and Canada, Caribbean immigrants account for a large subset of the population, yet finding narratives, especially children's stories, that shine a light on their experiences can be challenging.
Miami, FL – Greater Miami (FL) Chapter of The Links, Incorporated is thrilled to announce the resounding success of its 16th Biennial Book & Author Luncheon,held on November 5, 2023, at the luxurious Ritz Carlton in South Beach. The event was a sold-out sensation that exceeded all expectations, welcoming a distinguished guest,three-time Emmy Award-Winning Co-Host of ABC's "The View" and New York Times Best Selling Author, Sunny Hostin.
RHODE ISLANDS – Jamaica-born writer Colin Channer has been named the seventh poet laureate for the state of Rhode Island
HAVANA, Cuba - Seven years after the death of Fidel Castro, a new book – ‘I am Fidel’, paying homage to the revolutionary leader has launched in Cuba.
The opening of author Breanne Mc Ivor’s debut novel, The God of Good Looks, begins with a question:
PARAMARIBO, Suriname - The Public Prosecution Service (OM) says no order has been given to track down the buyers of a book written by a Dutch author and entrepreneur alleging corruption at the highest level in Suriname.
TITLE: Sufferah: The Memoir of a Brixton Reggae-head
The Miami Book Fair promises to be even more stimulating this year as it Celebrates 40 years of readings, workshops, conversations, and book offerings. Get ready for 8 days of inspirational bookish events November 12-19, 2023 as the fair welcomes literary superstars and newbies alike.
The youngest of her Jamaican parents’ three children, Maxine Moncrieffe was their only child born in the United States. But although she was raised in Brooklyn, New York, the culture of their homeland always fascinated her.
From food connoisseur to US Army war veteran to teacher, Winsome Bingham has shaped her voice and experiences into storytelling inspiring the next generation. Now an acclaimed children’s book writer, Bingham’s picture books celebrate the spirit of family and community.
Port of Spain, TRINIDAD and TOBAGO - The Eric Williams Memorial Collection Research Library, Archives & Museum (EWMC) at The University of the West Indies (UWI), St.Augustine, Trinidad and Tobago, announces that The Blackest Thing in Slavery Was Not the Black Man: The Last Testament of Eric Williams is the co-winner of the 2023 Caribbean Studies Association Gordon K. and Sybil Lewis Book Prize.
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