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Shyama Perera

Shyama Perera

Shyama Perera speaks with Ann Morgan about journalism versus fiction, racism and her love of music and teaching. Shyama Perera speaks with Ann Morgan about her move from journalism to fiction writing, the influence of music in her work, growing up around casual racism and being a ‘portfolio woman’ thriving on teaching as well as writing.


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