Events
I love sharing my passion for books and reading through practical presentations and workshops or by bringing readers and writers together in lively interviews and engaging discussions.
Upcoming events
In conversation: Chairing Brian Chikwava and Derek Owusu at Brick Lane Bookshop
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Tue, 24th Feb, 7pm at Brick Lane Bookshop, London, E1 6RU
Join me as I chair a conversation between Brian Chikwava and Derek Owusu at the Brick Lane Bookshop to explore their most recent books. Chikwava’s 'Shamiso' explores identity and belonging between Zimbabwe and Britain. Owusu’s 'Borderline Fiction' delves into vulnerability and connection. Enjoy an evening of conversation and readings as these unique voices celebrate their releases. Receive 10% off copies of each book when purchased with a ticket!
Tickets available here.
Past events
Book Launch: What Remains After a Fire by Kanza Javed and
The River, The Town by Farah Ali
Tue, 4th Nov, 7pm at Waterstones Tottenham Court Road, London,
This book launch celebrated 'What Remains After a Fire' by Kanza Javed and 'The River, The Town' by Farah Ali in a central London location at Waterstones Tottenham Court Road. I was in conversation with the authors about the nature of writing about fire and water, as well as about their main themes of belonging, womanhood and strength of spirit in difficult life situations.
You can read more about it here.
MWPA Workshop: From Draft to Deal: Navigating the Road to Publication
Saturday & Sunday: October 18 & 19, 10 am – 1 pm EST, Online
Join me for a two-day workshop as I guide you through the key steps of preparing a manuscript for submission, whether you're hoping to land a literary agent or exploring other routes. From self-editing advice and using beta readers effectively, to working with professional editors and crafting a strong query package, we’ll break down each stage with clarity and care. We’ll also look at strategies for navigating rejection and reframing it as constructive feedback – an inevitable but valuable part of the writing journey. This event is delivered online and in collaboration with the Maine Writers & Publishers Association.
Tickets available here.
Workshop: The Road to Publication with Rali Chorbadzhiyska
Sun 20th July, 2pm at The All Good Bookshop, London, N8 0EP
Ready to turn your writing dream into a published reality but don’t know where to begin? Have you finished a manuscript and wonder what’s next?
Join editorial consultant and editor Rali Chorbadzhiyska for a practical, encouraging workshop that demystifies the path to publication. Whether you’re aiming for a traditional publishing deal or exploring alternative routes, this session will walk you through key stages in the writer’s journey – from polishing your manuscript to understanding submission strategies and industry expectations.
Tickets available here (£5).
Workshop: Tools for Self-Editing
Sat 21st June, 12pm online, via the Literary Denizens platform
This is an online event, exclusive to the Literary Denizens platform. The workshop will focus on supporting writers on their journey to perfect their craft.
Literary Denizens is a community with a mission to foster literary vibrance and dynamism that transcends borders, connecting individuals of all ages across Africa.
Tickets available here (free).
Workshop: Finding Value in Rejection
22nd March 2025, online, via the Novelbound platform
This was an online event, exclusive to the Novelbound platform. The workshop focused on constructive strategies to handle rejection and rethinking rejection as feedback.
Novelbound is a writers collective providing support in novel-writing.
Paperback Launch: Monumenta by Lara Haworth and Portraits at the Palace of Creativity and Wrecking by Han Smith
Thu, 27th Feb, 6.30pm at Waterstones Islington, London, N1 2XH
This paperback launch celebrated 'Monumenta' by Lara Haworth and 'Portraits at the Palace of Creativity and Wrecking' by Han Smith to a sold-out crowd at Waterstones Islington. I was in conversation with the authors about the inspiration and research behind their work, as well as about their main themes of national and personal memory keeping and identity.
You can read more about it here.
Editorial & Publishing Expert Talk
18th Dec, 2024, at the American College of Sofia in Sofia, Bulgaria
This was an in-person career talk to demystify the publishing industry to current ACS students interested in pursuing it professionally. The presentation was delivered to a mixed group of students and college staff, followed by an engaging and informative Q&A to address specific audience interests.
You can read the interview I gave to ACS on the benefits of reading fiction here.
Interactive Workshop: Editorial Career in Trade Publishing
Dec, 2024, at University College London (UCL), London, WC1E 6AE
As a UCL alumna, I delivered an in-person interactive career workshop for current graduates interested in pursuing editorial careers in trade publishing. This was the second edition of the workshop and for each session I prepared practical interactive tasks to equip publishing hopefuls with relevant skills, and to challenge them in having a commercial and strategic mindset to their job research and applications.
You can read more about it here.