Get to grips with decolonisation, what does this buzz word mean and where does it come from? Dr Meera Sabratnam, Chair of the Decolonising SOAS Working Group, and SOAS alum Kaleke Kolawole will bring us on a journey through the history of the decolonise movement, unpacking its roots and illuminating how it is manifested in institutions and governing structures. With ... Read More
Each month we invite a debut novelist to read from and talk about their work in an informal setting. Prior knowledge of the text is not essential. Topics of discussion include theme, structure, inspiration and the craft of writing. These sessions are a great way to discover new writing talent and great books. Oyinkan Braithwaite is a graduate of Creative ... Read More
An up close and personal course aimed at the experienced short story writer, entirely made up of tutorials with an optional masterclass. We’ll set tasks and exercises focused on each writer’s particular practice and help you mine theme, character and emotional development. We’ll also discuss the role of place in fiction, routes to publication and the resources that can help ... Read More
