Natasha Brown Libri

SHORTLISTED FOR THE FOLIO PRIZE 2022, GOLDSMITHS PRIZE 2021, BOOKS ARE MY BAG FICTION AWARD 2021, BETTY TRASK PRIZE 2022, and LONGLISTED FOR THE DESMOND ELLIOTT PRIZE 2022. Praised as "diamond-sharp, timely and urgent" by the Observer, this debut novel is both "subtle and scorching" (Vogue) and "virtuosic" (Guardian). It captures the essence of coming of age during the credit crunch, navigating a hostile environment while striving for societal acceptance. The protagonist, a Black British woman, prepares for a lavish garden party at her boyfriend's family estate, reflecting on her carefully constructed identity. As the event approaches, she grapples with whether to dismantle the pieces of herself that conform to societal expectations. Lauded as "exquisite and daring" by Bernardine Evaristo, the narrative is described as a blend of Virginia Woolf's Mrs. Dalloway and Claudia Rankine's Citizen, showcasing a profound exploration of contemporary Britain. With its bold originality and keen insight into the colonialist structures of British society, this remarkable debut is a must-read, promising to resonate long after the final page is turned.

Set against the backdrop of an illegal rave on a Yorkshire farm, a brutal attack with a gold bar propels a young journalist into a web of intrigue. As she investigates, she uncovers connections between a corrupt banker, a provocative columnist, and a radical anarchist group. Her viral exposé reveals shocking truths but also raises unsettling questions about authorship and authenticity. The narrative delves into the power of language, exploring the complexities of communication and the hidden meanings behind words.

Tash is a simple girl. Except she's not. She's Black. She's a woman. She's Queer. And in the world of university and 'identity politics', that's anything but simple. It's powerful. When it's time for student elections, Tash ticks all the boxes to take her to the top... apart from one - she's not that great at speaking her mind. Luckily, there's a controversial rapper who knows all about that. I AM [NOT] KANYE WEST is a hilarious and provocative solo show that asks how much of ourselves are we willing to lose in order to win. I AM [NOT] KANYE WEST was performed by the playwright, Natasha Brown, at The Bunker Theatre, 2nd - 7th March 2020, as part of the Power x Resistance Takeover. This is the full text of the play, and includes production credits and key participant biogs.

Revolving all around the search for a cake, Caught Cake-Handed is the first in the `Sweet Georgia Brown' children's series, which is full of sugar paste illustrations and will strongly appeal to children age 7-9 years.