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Sarah M Jasat on The Mismatch by Sara Jafari

6 December 20216 December 2021Farhana Shaikh

The Mismatch by Sara Jafari is relatable, honest and romantic. One family, two women and a secret that threatens to ruin them both. [...]

All Stories Mentorship – now open for applications

22 May 202122 May 2021guest

by Catherine Coe I’ve been a children’s book editor for twenty years, and a freelancer for the last ten. As well as working [...]

Stories of 71: Journeying Back project at Toynbee Hall

8 April 2021Farhana Shaikh

26th March 2021 marks the 50th anniversary of the Bangladesh war, struggle and subsequent Independence. East London is home to a vibrant and dynamic [...]

Books

Ajay Chowdhury: I could murder a biryani

28 May 202112 September 2021Farhana Shaikh

In the kitchen, Maya and the three under-chefs were busy with the night’s dinner. The smell of fried onions, garlic and ginger filled [...]

Writing for children: AM Dassu

25 February 202128 May 2021

Writing for children: Hiba Noor Khan

25 February 202128 May 2021

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