On 21 August, writer Édouard Louis presents his two poignant novels exposing poverty, shame, and family violence endured by his mother and brother. Chaired by Adam Biles, this event explores escape, self-reinvention, and breaking inherited cycles through a mix of emotional intensity and sociological sharpness.
On 22 August, authors Tash Aw and Édouard Louis discuss their deep artistic friendship and creative collaboration, which led Aw to translate Louis’s deeply personal novels, including Collapse. Chaired by Daniel Hahn, this event explores their bond as a dynamic “laboratory for creation”.
On 28 August, authors Joelle Taylor and Hélène Giannecchini explore the political, transformative power of queer kinship and friendship over traditional family structures, blending poetry and creative non-fiction. Chaired by Sasha de Buyl, this event highlights the solidarity and resilience that sustain queer life.
Earlier on 28 August, join us at the Institut français d’Ecosse for an exclusive talk with Hélène Giannecchini (in French).