Layla Haidrani

For bride-to-be Layla Haidrani, the simple choice between wedding dress colours has made her question her identity more profoundly than ever before.

21-year-old Jeremiah Emmanuel’s debut book, 'Dreaming In A Nightmare', is about having hope in the future, despite whatever obstacles are holding us back.

Layla Haidrani talks to the author about his new book, Think Like A White Man – now available in the UK – which satirically guides POC and Black readers how to navigate white-dominated workplaces

Layla Haidrani details 18 books by some of the most exciting new black voices in the world of British literature

The brand-new anthology chronicles the uncharted challenges of female Arab correspondents reporting from the front line

When Layla Haidrani got engaged, she was forced to question the closest relationship in her life.

Often, the stress caused by unexpected costs such as lost earnings, increased travel or higher heating bills can begin to overshadow the cancer itself

"Dinners, dates and nights out paled in significance compared to the hallowed 9pm slot"

In keeping with the traditions of my heritage, I've felt growing pressure to squash the idea of a small celebration.

Several new voices have emerged this year, dedicated to showcasing the multiplicities of working-class lives. Given that these books offer more than simply grit, could publishing then be heralding a new era for women working-class writers?

We explore the confusion of navigating your personal identity when you have multiple heritages with conflicting beauty standards

The author discusses his debut novel That Reminds Me, a searing exploration of childhood, identity, race, and mental health

A new generation of safe spaces redefining Middle Eastern women's attitudes toward sexual health

With protests and uprisings showing no sign of stopping around the world, Naji Bakhti’s debut coming-of-age tale feels particularly prescient.

2021 is jam-packed with books spanning race, identity and finance as well as love, kink and much more.