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Age Guideline 11-13

About the Event

Quiet Storm by Kimberly Whittam is an empowering debut novel about friendship, family and finding confidence in who you are. Join Kimberly for an engaging discussion with Selina Brown, Founder of the Black British Book Festival as they discuss the power of sport for girls, why Kimberly wanted to give a voice to those children who don’t always have the confidence to speak up, and the importance of representation in children’s books.

About the Author

Kimberly Whittam has a degree in English with Linguistics and a Masters degree in Inclusive Education and Special Educational Needs and Disabilities. She currently works in secondary education and is passionate about giving young people in Manchester space on the bookshelf.

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About the Festival Partner

This event has been programmed by Black British Book Festival.

The Black British Book Festival is Europe's largest Black literature festival, founded in 2021 by Selina Brown with the aim of breaking down barriers for Black British writers and providing a platform for emerging talent. This one-day family festival celebrates Black British authors across all genres. The festival has gained immense popularity and is known for its exceptional content and diverse range of authors.