The Black British Book Festival, Europe’s largest celebration of Black literature, is back for its third year this week in London.
Held at the Southbank Centre on October 27 and 28, the festival aims to break down barriers for Black British writers and provide a platform for emerging talent.
It features books and works across a variety of genres, but focuses on Black British talent.
Founded in 2021 by author and event producer Selina Brown, the two-day family event has rapidly grown over the past two years, attracting more than 4,000 attendees to previous events.
This year, the festival is set to be even bigger and better.
The festival promises to deliver an extraordinary showcase of the UK’s best Black authors, alongside leading content creators, influencers, and journalists.
Its headline sponsors are Pan Macmillan and Audible, alongside renowned publishers like Hachette, Simon Schuster, Penguin, and Sage.
Here’s what you should expect from the Black British Book Festival and how to get tickets.
Who will attend the Black British Book Festival?
Little Mix singer Leigh-Anne Pinnock will exclusively unveil her intimate memoir titled Believe, delving into her remarkable journey within Little Mix, while also navigating the realms of fame, love, and self-acceptance.
Oti Mabuse, star of Strictly Come Dancing, plans to ignite a passion for dance in young children, while Dawn Butler, Clive Myrie, and Gary Younge will open up about their careers at Unmasking Brilliance: Black British Voices in Media.
In addition, social media star and author Fats Timbo will host A #BlackBookTok Masterclass, while investor, Obama advisor, and TV personality Eric Collins will share his personal journey.
A group of 30 remarkable Black British authors, including Joseph Coelho, Derek Owusu, and Jackie Kay, will also embark on a transformative summer book tour from August to October.
When is the Black British Book Festival?
The Black British Book Festival will take place on October 27 and 28, 2023.
As a family programme, events run from the afternoon into the evening.
How to get tickets for the Black British Book Festival
Attendance at the Black British Book Festival is free, but you do need to register in advance in order to guarantee access.
You can do so via the festival’s website, by visiting this link. All you’ll need to give them is your name and email address.
