Poetry Lates An Evening of New Work by Kwadjo A. Baah and Jack Houston
Poetry Lates is an in-person evening of new work by Kwadjo A. Baah and Jack Houston.
Hackney Libraries, Heritage and Culture are pleased to present compelling new work from local authors Kwadjo A. Baah and Jack Houston.
Kwadjo Baah has many years of experience working in Hackney and Enfield Libraries and has made significant contributions to the field of librarianship. His dedication and impact have been recognised in both local and national newspapers, as well as on BBC Radio 5.
Kwadjo is the author of three books: Poems with Interpretation, Don’t Cry, It Could Be Worse, and Cheer Up, It Could Be Worse. His work is motivational in nature, exploring themes of resilience, hope, perseverance, self-belief and the challenges of everyday life. His books are therefore relevant to people from all walks of life, because challenges and setbacks are part of the human experience.
His writing extends beyond books. His poems, short stories and articles have been published in newspapers, periodicals and anthologies. His books are also available in public and academic libraries, making his work accessible to a wide range of readers.
This special evening will provide an opportunity to celebrate Kwadjo’s published works, hear selected poetry and learn more about the inspiration behind his writing.
Jack Houston’s poetry has been featured in many acclaimed literary outlets including And Other Poems, Finished Creatures, Magma, Poetry London, and The TLS. They are also the author of the pamphlet The Fabulanarchist Luxury Uprising, published by The Emma Press. Their short fiction has featured in 22 Fictions (Cheerio Press), 3AM, The Cardiff Review, Far Off Places, The Interpreter's House, and Litro, and has been included in the shortlists for both the Brick Lane Bookshop Prize and the BBC National Short Story Award.
Ticket price: Free, but reserve a spot here.
Access information: Wheelchair access