Black Book Community Library Launch in Sydenham
On 26 July we opened the Lewisham Black Book Community Library at Sydenham Library. It’s a curated, reference-only collection of…
SUNDAY 4 OCTOBER 2026
BARBICAN CENTRE: LONDON
6,000 PEOPLE – 80+ AUTHORS ONE UNMISSABLE DAY
We are Europe’s largest celebration of Black literature, bringing together readers, writers, publishers and some of the most exciting voices in culture.
OUR BIGGEST DAY OF THE YEAR IS COMING.
On Sunday 4 October 2026, we return to the Barbican Centre, London, bringing together 6,000 people, 80+ authors and creatives for an unforgettable celebration of Black literature and culture.
Expect powerful conversations, live music, poetry, masterclasses, a huge Black Book Marketplace, family activities, our Children’s Zone and much more.
One day. Thousands of readers. Countless stories.
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