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BAFTA Breakthrough 23: Adjani Salmon
The BAFTA Breakthrough 2023 is here! We spoke to cohort member Adjani Salmon on his comedy series Dreaming Whilst Black.
Kofi Addei
Dec 2, 20235 min read

A Literary Extravaganza: Reviewing The Black British Book Festival
Literature writer, Tasnim Tayo reports on attending the Black British Book Festival in October 2023.
Tasnim Tayo
Nov 29, 20232 min read

Words We Write Fest 23: Golda Rosheuvel
Founded by friends Leonie Annor-Owiredu and Hannah Lee, Words We Write Festival entered its third year with special guest, Golda...
Sabrina Fearon-Melville
Nov 8, 20232 min read


BFI's London Film Festival 23
Kofi Addei wraps up his favourites from this years BFI London Film Festival, including festival closer The Kitchen.
Kofi Addei
Oct 25, 20235 min read

October's Shelf: Spooky Edition
This month's shelf is all about the scare factor. From a horror anthology edited by Jordan Peele to Toni Morrison's best known work.
Sabrina Fearon-Melville
Oct 7, 20235 min read

September Book Shelf
From new Zadie Smith to Kelechi Okafor's debut collection. The Floor Mag's September Book Shelf is here.
Karen Chalamilla
Sep 7, 20234 min read

In Conversation: Taylor-Dior Rumble
Being listed as #Merky Books’ first ever RomCom isn’t a small feat, but Taylor-Dior Rumble has always had Merky in her sights.
Sabrina Fearon-Melville
Aug 18, 20234 min read


Chemistry, Cooking & Careers: 'Accidentally in Love' by Danielle Jackson
A scorching Chicago summer of working and playing hard. Could there be an opportunity to stumble into love?
Tasnim Tayo
Aug 17, 20233 min read


Coming out on top with Champion's Malcolm Kamulete
In conversation with Top Boy actor Malcolm Kamulete on his new role as Bosco Champion in brand new BBC series 'Champion'.
Sabrina Fearon-Melville
Aug 4, 20233 min read


In Conversation: The Cast of ITV’s Riches
In a mesmerising collision of business, ambition, family and secrets, ITV’s Riches delves into the lives of a formidable family empire.
Sophie Harman
Jul 14, 202310 min read


@ Lyric Hammersmith: School Girls; Or, The African Mean Girls Play
Lyric Hammersmith's 'School Girls; Or, The African Mean Girls Play takes it's audience 3000 miles away from hectic London to Ghana.
Kesewaa Browne
Jul 8, 20233 min read

Eight Anticipated July Reads
Eight books releasing in July or already available to purchase.
Sabrina Fearon-Melville
Jul 6, 20233 min read

Diving Deep Into 'The Fishermen' by Chigozie Obioma
A review and analysis of Chigozie Obioma's 'The Fisherman'. A tale about family and the fantastical.
Tasnim Tayo
Jun 29, 20232 min read


Eight books to read in June
Nightbloom by Peace Adzo Medie Genre: Literary Fiction Themes: Friendship, Womanhood, Race, Class Summary: When Selasi and Akorfa were...
Karen Chalamilla
Jun 2, 20235 min read


In Conversation: Akemnji Ndifornyen (Black Ops 2023)
Akemnji Ndifornyen talks new BBC show Black Ops, being from East London and balancing being a creative in multiple industries.
Sabrina Fearon-Melville
May 19, 20234 min read

May Digital Cover: Bolu Babalola
“Women, Black women, lovers of love, I love us so much,” Bolu Babalola says towards the end of the interview. It's in this simple avowal...
Karen Chalamilla
May 11, 202311 min read

Eight books to read in May
1. Small Worlds by Caleb Azumah Nelson Genre: Fiction Themes: Coming of Age, Faith, Family, Love Summary: The one thing that can solve...
Karen Chalamilla
May 11, 20235 min read


In Conversation: Matilda Feyiṣayọ Ibini
In conversation with Writer Matilda Feyiṣayọ Ibini about their play 'Sleepova' which is currently running at Bush Theatre.
Sayo Olu
Mar 23, 20233 min read

8 Most Anticipated Book Releases in February
New month, new reading list! Literary fiction takes centre stage in February with 4 out of the 8 recommendations belonging to the genre....
Karen Chalamilla
Feb 3, 20234 min read
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