The Black British Book Festival 2025, Europe’s largest celebration of Black literature, takes place on October 19, 2015, at the Barbican Centre. Headliners who have links to the Caribbean include Selina Brown, Sir Lenny Henry, Dame Denise Lewis, Marcus Ryder, and Jordan Stephens. The Barbican is located at Silk Street, London (EC2Y 8DS), England. See the following excerpts from Barbican Centre.
Step into the heart of Black British storytelling. A space where culture, creativity and community collide.
The Black British Book Festival is not just Europe’s largest celebration of Black literature – it’s a movement.
Founded by Selina Brown, this vibrant, family-friendly festival champions emerging talent, showcases iconic voices and puts Black British authors centre stage. Across one powerful day, expect thought-provoking panels, bold conversations, joyful children’s sessions and the UK’s largest Black book marketplace.
Proudly headlined by Pan Macmillan, this year’s lineup is electric. Join ‘America’s Mom’ Tabitha Brown at her first UK event.Hear Sir Lenny Henry & Marcus Ryder demand justice in The Big Payback. Witness June Sarpong OBE and Dame Denise Lewis DBE reflect on legacy and power. Join Jordan Stephens as he shares his raw journey through fame, fatherhood and healing.
Come be moved. Come be inspired. Come be part of something bigger.
Read more at https://www.barbican.org.uk/whats-on/2025/event/black-british-book-festival-2025