Join me at the launch party for my novel, "Whites Can Dance Too." I'll be diving into the story and its background in a conversation with the phenomenal Maaza Mengiste.Â
Plus, Catarina Mira and Nastio Mosquito will be reading some of their favorite passages from the book, setting the stage for an electric night with DJ sets by Jamz Supernova and Branko to get us all dancing!
đ The translated edition of "Whites Can Dance Too" is officially out and available for you to delve into. This journey, from a simple idea to a book you can now enjoy, has been nothing short of extraordinary, marked by passion, dedication, and remarkable collaboration.
A heartfelt thank you goes out to every single person who played a part in making this project a reality. Your contribution turned a dream into a beautiful work of literature.
A special thank you to the wonderful team at Faber whose unwavering support and belief in this project have been invaluable. Your commitment to celebrating diverse voices is truly inspiring.
To Daniel Hahn2, my fantastic translator, who has skillfully navigated the nuances of language to bring this story to a wider audience - your craft is a gift that keeps on giving.
Lastly, but by no means least, a huge shout-out to my dear agent, Emma Shercliff. Your faith in me and this story from the outset has been a beacon of encouragement. Your tireless work behind the scenes does not go unnoticed.
I feel a deep sense of gratitude as I share this book with you. My hope is that "Whites Can Dance Too" will strike a chord, ignite conversation, and bridge cultures. Now, you can dive into the journey, as the book is available everywhere.
đšThrilling announcement! My debut novel, "Whites Can Dance Too," is now open for pre-orders.
Inspired by my adventures touring with my band Buraka Som Sistema, this tale weaves together elements of auto-fiction and travel narratives.
Translated by the talented Daniel Hahn and published by @faberbooks, this story takes you on a journey through Luanda, Kristiansund, Beirut, Rio de Janeiro, Paris, and Lisbon, exploring themes of freedom and love that surpass genres and boundaries.
Hit the linktree in my bio and get your pre-order!
==REFERĂNCIAS Epistemologias do âcolonialâ e da descolonização linguĂstica: uma reflexĂŁo a partir de Ăfrica
https://periodicos.uff.br/gragoata/article/view/33627/19614Impacto das lĂnguas banto no portuguĂȘs brasileirohttps://www.revistas.usp.br/clt/article/download/115266/112951/210362
This weekâs episode is a one of a kind as we are joined in the studio by writer Kalaf Epalanga! You might recognise him as one of the Buraka Som Systema group members and co-founder of record label Enchufada. We discussed: Afrolusophone writing and music Being a member of the diaspora Living in Berlin/ Lisbon How is latest musical novel is an ode to Afrolusophone dances such as Kizomba, kuduro and why he thinks white people can dance too Continue the conversation on Twitter and Instagram using the hashtag #NotAnotherBook
I had the pleasure of being interviewed by the amazing trio @BooksAndRhymes, @BookShyBooks, @postcolonialchi of #NotAnotherBook Podcast. Please follow the link and have a listen. Â
Written with enthusiasm and respect for the migrantsâ stories, it celebrates one person per issue in a series of articles, joined by illustration and photography collabs.
The second edition revolves around the journey of Kalaf Epalanga: an Angolan musician and author who moved to the country that colonised his home, and using music, bridged the gap between Portugal and Angolan migrants.
Besides diving into his life and community, the magazine uses other individualsâ stories to reflect on the impact of migration on a bigger picture, offering an eye-opening history lesson about African migration in Europe.
âMigrants are, and always have been, explorers, entrepreneurs, visionaries, thrill-seekers and dreamers. Whether we move by choice, chance or force, we all have stories to tell.â Â A brief leaf-through NANSEN Magazine already brings us to this quote. We second that. It doesnât matter where in the world you call home; we all know someone who is coming or going, and thatâs part of our essence as human beings.
NANSEN Magazine will take Kalafâs journey all the way to Hamburg next September as part of the Indiecon Island Residency. We hope to see you there!
Como Seria [Official Video] Music video directed by ClĂĄudia BatalhĂŁo Download & Stream âMundu NĂŽbuâ Apple: https://apple.co/2TOoaOd Spotify: https://spoti.fi...
"Kalaf Epalanga pĂŽs por escrito os lugares e as figuras da noite lisboeta abrindo as portas da noite escura de um africano em Lisboa. Para entrar, sem ser preciso contar com o humor do porteiro. E sair de olhos abertos." Djaimilia Pereira de Almeida
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