Award-winning writer Derek Owusu has moved to Canongate, signing a deal with the publisher for two books, including his "intimate" debut poetry collection Losing the Plot.... Read more
The first novel to be published by Stormzy’s new imprint #Merky Books, That Reminds Me by poet and podcaster Derek Owusu, has been longlisted for the £10,000 Desmond Elliott Prize... Read more
Idris Elba's production company Green Door Pictures has secured film and TV rights to #Merky Books' forthcoming title Teaching My Brother To Read by Derek Owusu.... Read more
Authors have discussed the importance of perspectives on mental health when considering diversity and inclusion, with Rose Cartwright revealing she walked away from a traditional publishing... Read more
A new collection of writing by black British men features a number of distinctive voices, from all walks of life, overlooked by the book trade—until... Read more
Trapeze is publishing an anthology of writing by and for black British men, about their voices, experiences and representation, edited by Mostly Lit podcast host Derek Owusu.... Read more
