ONLINE Edition: BOOKS Our Bridge to Bigger Dreams

📅 Event Details

📌 Date: Friday 3rd October 2025⏰ Time: 5:30 – 8:30 PM (BST)📍 Location: Online (link provided closer to the day)🎟️ Tickets: Free, registration required

Join us on Friday 3rd October 2025, from 5:30–8:30 PM (BST) for another inspiring online gathering of celebrated authors, artists, and creatives as they share their works, journeys, and insights into the world of storytelling.

📖 Featured Authors

• Tonye Faloughi-Ekezie – Author, advocate, and storyteller championing inclusion and creativity.
• Carrol May Coleman – Passionate about culture and dual heritage in children’s literature.
• Noma Sodipo – Writer with a distinct voice shaping authentic African narratives.
• Olubunmi Aboderin Talabi – Author, publisher, and founder of the Akada Children’s Book Festival.
• Ayo Oyeku – Award-winning author of children’s books and young adult fiction.
• Abena Eyeson – Writer amplifying stories rooted in diasporan identity.
• Rob Lawrence – Debut author & illustrator bringing bold cultural expression to life.
• Kamapala Chukwuka – Storyteller inspiring children to embrace heritage and history.
• Izehi Anuge - the voice of Captain Excellence Series, games and animations.

🎨 Guest Spotlights (3-8yrs)

• Maxwell Oginni – Award-winning animator (Marvel Studios, Disney, Netflix) and children’s illustrator, celebrated for bringing vibrant stories to life through character and imagination.

🎨 Guest Spotlights (9yrs+)

• Kandace Chambiri – Multi-talented author showcasing the vibrant histories of Caribbean heritage.

✨ Plus: The Annual Illustration Competition, led by Tolu Shofule.

🌟 What to Expect

✨ Author readings & interactive activities✨ Creative showcases & performances✨ Behind-the-scenes insights into creative journeys✨ Children’s Q&As with authors and artists✨ Global networking opportunities for book lovers, educators & creatives

This is a unique opportunity to hear from powerful voices in African and Caribbean literature and art, connect with like-minded readers, and celebrate the creativity shaping the next generation. We are committed to broadening representation across even more heritages and geographies.

🎤 Hosts & Partners

Hosted and promoted by:

• Dee Lana
• Bobita Dey
• Sammy Mkuku
• Lanre Yusuf
• Titi Omole
• Sade Fadipe

In partnership with: ACAIN, TaqaAfrica, Esopip Africa, Kids Literary Circle, Cause4Children, Partnering School: Upbeat International and community support: NGDA.

✨ Don’t miss this extraordinary evening of art, storytelling, and culture, where global majority voices and creativity take centre stage.

📚 Reserve your place today and be part of the celebration!

Organised by CALFEvents CIC, UK.