From Chris Abani to Benjamin Zephaniah, this volume of the Dictionary of Literary Biography profiles 42 "Black British" writers ("Black British" being a term from the late 1970s and early 1980s
that served as an umbrella reference to immigrant populations and their descendents from Africa, the Caribbean, Asia, and the Middle East) who have been published in the 21st century, including
novelists, short story writers, dramatists, and poets. Each profile includes a bibliography of the author's work, an analytical essays examining the author's life and work, a photographic
portrait and other illustrations, and a short list of references. Editor Arana (Howard U.) contributes an introductory essay on the "Black British" social and literary milieu and also includes
an appendix essay on "Black British" publishing and a checklist of further readings. Annotation 穢2010 Book News, Inc., Portland, OR (booknews.com)
