A celebratory 20th anniversary edition of A landmark collection from black writers across the literary spectrum
'The fact that IC3, the police identity for Black, is the only collective term that relates to our situation here as residents ('Black British' is political and refers to Africans, Asians, West Indians, Americans and sometimes even Chinese) is a sad fact of life I could not ignore' from Courttia Newland's Introduction, 2000
First published twenty years ago into a different literary landscape, IC3 showcases the work of more than 100 black British authors, celebrating their lasting contributions to literature and British culture. It spans a wealth of genres to demonstrate the range and astonishing literary achievements of black writers, including:
Poetry from Roger Robinson, Bernardine Evaristo, Jackie Kay and Benjamin Zephaniah.
Short stories from Ferdinand Dennis, Diana Evans, Catherine Jonson, E.A. Markham and Ray Shell.
Essays from Floella Benjamin, Linda Bellos, Treva Etienne, Kevin Le Gendre and Labi Siffre.
Memoirs from Margaret Busby, Henry Bonsu, Buchi Emecheta, Leone Ross, and many others.
Featuring a new introduction from original editors Kadija Sesay and Courttia Newland, this collection reflects on the legacy of these writers, their extraordinary work, and stands as a reminder that black British writers remain underrepresented in literature today.
Rendell’s psychological insights are so absorbing, it’s easy to forget what a superb plotter she is
—— The TimesThe most brilliant mystery novelist of our time
—— Patricia CornwellOne of the greatest novelists presently at work in our language... A writer whose work should be read by anyone who either enjoys a brilliant mystery – or distinguished literature
—— Scott TurowEnthralling . . . a real page-turner, a modern Irish crime epic that will have you rooting for Laura and Niamh right to the very end
—— Hot PressA highly empathetic writer . . . a well-crafted, character-driven thriller, set in a suburban milieu worthy of Andrea Mara . . . for anyone missing Tana French's 'Dublin Murder' series
—— Irish ExaminerA fantastically thrilling police procedural with two feisty, believable female leads. Everything I love in a book!
—— Jo SpainI loved it! With a sinister plot and a creepy serial killer it's gripping and terrifying. And Laura and Niamh are characters I want to read about again and again!
—— Patricia GibneyThere’s a lot to unpick in this very layered novel but it is excellent. I advise you to read it and [If I Tell] immediately
—— Belfast TelegraphI love this crime fighting duo! Original and real, Laura and Niamh are such fresh voices. Taut, compelling and utterly creepy, with a dramatic conclusion that will have you frantically turning the pages, read it with the light on!
—— Sam BlakeWith well-drawn characters and an intense, urban plot, When They See Me feels gritty and above all authentic'
—— Sinéad CrowleyPage turning, twisty and gripping . Characters that you really care about and that are raw and real. A great read!
—— Sinéad MoriartyUtterly gripping!
—— Claudia CarrollEveryone Here Is Lying by Shari Lapena is WILD. A very satisfying thriller.
—— Roxane GayMagnificent, a perfect demonstration of [Shari Lapena's] exceptional skill as a storyteller... Utterly compelling
—— Daily MailEveryone Here Is Lying opens with a corker of a premise that had me racing through the book... a clever twist... a thrilling ride
—— The ObserverA fast-paced read with jaw-dropping twists
—— The iShari Lapena is an expert in both pace and the placing of clues and misdirections
—— Literary ReviewShari Lapena has been described as the queen of the 'just one more chapter' thriller, and having devoured this compelling novel in double-quick time it's easy to see why . . . Plot twists are planted like hand grenades throughout the narrative, set to go off when you least expect them, and the denouement is as surprising as it is shocking.
—— ChoiceLapena has great fun pulling secrets from her conjuror's hat . . . when it comes to construction she's a master, her stream of twists and surprises perfectly timed
—— Daily ExpressI read this in three days and loved every addictive page
—— Simon Mayo
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