An Evening with Fabienne Josaphat
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Join the Books & Books Literary Foundation for an engaging evening with author Fabienne Josaphat on Tuesday, September 10. Josaphat will discuss her latest novel, Kingdom of No Tomorrow, a compelling story that delves into the Black Panther Party and the personal sacrifices tied to revolutionary movements.
Set in 1968, the novel follows Nettie Boileau, a Haitian-born activist who joins the Black Panthers' Free Health Clinics in Oakland. As she becomes deeply involved in the cause and navigates a complex relationship with defense captain Melvin Mosley, Nettie confronts the harsh realities of fighting for social justice, including the challenges women face within the movement. The story unfolds against the backdrop of J. Edgar Hoover's covert campaigns, revealing the internal and external struggles that come with standing up for change.
The event is free to attend, and copies of Kingdom of No Tomorrow will be available for purchase. Fabienne Josaphat, a South Florida-based author with a background in fiction, non-fiction, poetry and screenwriting, brings her insightful voice to this timely narrative, resonating with readers interested in the intersections of history, activism and personal identity.