In today’s episode, the sisters are joined by Shani Akilah, renowned author of her debut book, ‘For Such a Time As This’. From the reality of cultivating friendships as an adult and wading through the dusty dating streets of London, to the reality of health issues afflicting the Black community, tune in for a heartwarming and wholesome conversation
💌 Introducing our guest
Shani Akilah is a Black-British Caribbean writer and screenwriter from South London. She is a book influencer, co - founder of the Nyah Network, a book club for Black women, and was a literary judge for the Nota Bene Prize 2023. Shani has a Masters degree in African Studies from Oxford University. For Such A Time As This is her debut short-story collection.
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