British-Ghanaian writer and "National Book Foundation's 5 Under 35 Honoree", Caleb Azumah Nelson, talks about his highly anticipated new novel, Small Worlds. Set over the course of three summers from London to Ghana and back again, Small Worlds follows a teenage Stephen as he is faced with life’s biggest decisions and challenges.

The one thing that can solve Stephen’s problems is dancing to the music at Church, in basements with friends, and at home, alone, to his father’s records, uncovering parts of a man he has never truly known. But what becomes of him when the music fades? How will he find space for himself: a place where he can feel beautiful, a place he might feel free? Small Worlds is an exhilarating and expansive novel about fathers and sons, faith and friendship, and love in all of its forms.

Caleb Azumah Nelson talks to poet and performer David Delisca about Small Worlds — the worlds we build for ourselves, the worlds we live, dance and love within.

About this event’s guests:
Caleb Azumah Nelson
David Delisca

This event is part of our signature Salon Series, where we host local and international authors, artists and thinkers in conversation about their new books and big ideas.

It is also part of our Black History series, generously supported by TD Bank Group, through the TD Ready Commitment.

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Caleb Azumah Nelson: Small Worlds