Event Programme

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Free Workshop Zone
Barbican Centre Silk St London EC2Y 8DS

Arts and Crafts Workshop

Join us for a fun-filled, free pop-up arts and craft

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Free Workshop Zone
Barbican Centre Silk St London EC2Y 8DS

Society of Authors Presents: The Business of Writing: Know Your Rights and Feel Empowered

Calling all authors! Are you passionate about writing but somewhat

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Free Workshop Zone
Barbican Centre Silk St London EC2Y 8DS

The Voice Presents: The Power of Our Own Stories and the Media

Our stories are the threads that weave the fabric of

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Free Workshop Zone
Barbican Centre Silk St London EC2Y 8DS

Crafting Worlds and Winning Awards: A Writing Workshop with T.L. Huchu

Join acclaimed author T.L. Huchu for an exclusive literature workshop

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Sold Out Spark Zone
Barbican Centre Silk St London EC2Y 8DS

Reclaiming Our Stories: Black Authors in Fiction

Participants: Shani Akilah, Abi Daré, Kevin Morosky, Marvin ReesChair: Sarah

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Free Talks
Barbican Centre Silk St London EC2Y 8DS

A Quick Ting On Grime: A Conversation with Franklyn Addo

Participant: Franklyn Addo   Chair: Magdalene Abraha Time: 14:30 – 15:30 Dive into

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Free Talks
Barbican Centre Silk St London EC2Y 8DS

A Tale of Courage and Friendship: J.P. Rose Presents Birdie

Participant: J.P. Rose   Chair: Lola Jaye Time: 12:30 – 13:30 Join us

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Free Talks
Barbican Centre Silk St London EC2Y 8DS

Encounters with James Baldwin: A Panel Discussion

Participants: Anton Phillips, Gabriella Beckles-Raymond   Chair: Kadija George Time: 10:30 – 11:30

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Free Workshop Zone
Barbican Centre Silk St London EC2Y 8DS

Harper Collins presents: Re-exploring our past in fiction

Participants: Louise Hare, Elle MachrayChair: Nikki AdebiyiTime: 16:00 – 17:00

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Free Workshop Zone
Barbican Centre Silk St London EC2Y 8DS

Navigating the World of Literary Agents

Participants: Hellie Ogden, Suzannah Ball, Joe Sedgwick, Kemi Ogunsanwo  Chair: Yolanda Copes-Stepney

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Free Workshop Zone
Barbican Centre Silk St London EC2Y 8DS

Hachette UK presents: How Books Find Their Readers (and How Readers Find Their Books)

Participants: Charlotte Abrams-Simpson (Art Director, Orion), Leodora Darlington (Publishing Director, Orion

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Free Workshop Zone
Barbican Centre Silk St London EC2Y 8DS

Pan MacMillan presents: So you’re thinking of working in publishing

Participants: Susan Rice (Head of People), Jodie Williams (Head of DEI

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Masterclass Zone Sold Out
Barbican Centre Silk St London EC2Y 8DS

The Wickedest: Caleb Femi in Conversation

Participants: Caleb Femi   Chair: ShakaRa Mbandaka Time: 15:00 – 16:00 Join poet

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Children Zone Free
Barbican Centre, London

From Page to Heart: Sisterhood and Self-Discovery in Young Adult Literature

Participants: Ayaan Mohamud and Helen Comerford   Chair: Georgina Lawton Time: 17:30 –

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Masterclass Zone Sold Out
Barbican Centre, London

Eve: From Ruff Ryders’ First Lady to Hip-Hop Icon – A Journey in Her Own Words

Immerse yourself in the extraordinary life of Eve Jihan Cooper,

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Masterclass Zone Sold Out
Barbican Centre, London

Love Masterclass: Secrets to Finding Your Perfect Match with Paul Brunson

Join us as we sit down with Paul Brunson, acclaimed

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Masterclass Zone Sold Out
Barbican Centre, London

Science is Lit: Unleashing the Genius of Big Manny

Prepare to be electrified at “Science is Lit,” an exhilarating

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Masterclass Zone Sold Out
Barbican Centre, London

A Woman Like Me: Diane Abbott and Tomorrow’s Leaders

Join us for an enlightening event with trailblazing politician and

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Masterclass Zone Sold Out
Barbican Centre, London

No Place Like Home: A Journey of Discovery with Charlene White

Join us for an unforgettable evening as award-winning journalist Charlene

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Sold Out Spark Zone
Barbican Centre, London

Frontline Heroes: Black Voices Leading Change

This powerful event brings together leading activists who are driving

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Sold Out Spark Zone
Barbican Centre, London

Money Moves: Navigating Black Financial Empowerment

Join us for an enlightening and impactful Black Finance Panel,

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Sold Out Spark Zone
Barbican Centre, London

Journey Through Time: Celebrating Black History

Experience the richness of Black history and culture with our

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Sold Out Spark Zone
Barbican Centre, London

Health, Healing, and Harmony: The Power of Black Wellness

Step into a transformative exploration of Black wellness at our

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Free Workshop Zone
Barbican Centre, London

Young Minds, Big Stories: Children’s Story Crafting with Jasmine Richards

Unlock the magical world of children’s literature with Jasmine Richards,

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Free Workshop Zone
Barbican Centre, London

Navigating Identity: A Mixed-Race Journey with Natalie Evans, Naomi Evans, Nicole Ocran and Emma Slade

Embark on an enlightening journey with Natalie, Naomi, Emma, and

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Free Workshop Zone
Barbican Centre, London

Abiola Bello The Love Dare Romance Workshop

Unlocking Love Stories: Romance Writing with Abiola Bello Dive into

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Children Zone Free
Barbican Centre, London

Intergalactic Fun Awaits with “Marv and the Alien Invasion” with Alex Falase-Koya

Get ready for an out-of-this-world experience with “Marv and the

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Children Zone Free
Barbican Centre, London

Discover Your Inner Hero: ‘A Hero Like Me’ Storytime!” with Jen Reid!

Embark on a journey with Jen Reid as she shares

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Children Zone Free
Barbican Centre, London

From Cornrows to Curls: Embrace Your Hair’s Beauty with Kimberley Kinloch

Embark on a delightful journey with Kimberley Kinloch as she

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Children Zone Free
Barbican Centre, London

Experience the Magic of “A Book of People Like Me” with Joelle Avelino!

Get ready for an exhilarating adventure with Joelle Avelino in