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Joyanne James-Soyer

Joyanne James-Soyer is an accomplished author and editor with over 25 years of experience in the publishing and education sectors. She manages digital content specialising in Caribbean culture, regional history and education for Sweet TnT Magazine and Study Zone Institute. Her portfolio includes the Study Zone Big Kid Books series, the Improve Spelling and Reading Skills collection, and she is a co-author and editor of Sweet TnT Short Stories and Sweet TnT 100 West Indian Recipes. Through her extensive literary and editorial contributions, holding a Bachelor of Arts Degree in English Language and Literature with Education, and being a dedicated mother and educator, James-Soyer specialises in documenting the biodiversity and cultural heritage of Trinidad and Tobago for a global audience, and supporting students, parents, and teachers globally. For editorial submissions, advertising opportunities, or to request a media kit, please contact the team directly at contact@sweettntmagazine.com.

Buck: An enigmatic Caribbean folklore figure

Unravel the mystery of the buck, a legendary figure in Caribbean folklore, and its connection to sudden wealth and misfortune.

The buck is a diminutive and malevolent supernatural entity in Guyanese and Caribbean folklore believed to grant its owner immense material wealth in exchange for dark sacrifices. Often described as a short, hairy humanoid with backward-pointing feet, the creature is rooted in indigenous Amerindian legends and later evolved within the …

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Churile: The Caribbean’s terrifying spirit of miscarriage

Discover the churile, a spirit that threatens pregnant women in the Caribbean.

The churile represents a formidable figure within Caribbean folklore, specifically identified as a malevolent spirit that targets pregnant women and infants. Rooted in the complex history of Trinidad and Tobago and Guyana, this entity is widely believed to be the ghost of a woman who perished during childbirth. Her existence …

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La Diablesse: The enchanting and terrifying Caribbean folklore figure

The La Diablesse: A tale of temptation and terror.

The La Diablesse legend represents a foundational element of Caribbean folklore, serving as both a cautionary moral tale and a vessel for preserving African cultural heritage within the West Indies. Originating from stories of enslaved African women who purportedly traded their souls for eternal beauty, this figure is a master …

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Lagahoo: The haunting shape-shifting spectre of the Caribbean

Lagahoo: The headless haunt of Trinidad and Tobago.

Lagahoo legends represent a fundamental pillar of Caribbean folklore, personifying the deep-seated cultural anxieties and supernatural beliefs of Trinidad and Tobago and the wider Antillean region. This comprehensive analysis explores the multifaceted nature of the lagahoo, a creature renowned for its ability to alter its physical form and its association …

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Creole writers: Share your Trinidadian story in the language you love

Share your Creole story: Sweettntmagazine.com invites submissions.

Trinidadian Creole: it’s more than just a way of speaking, it’s the rhythm of our streets, the soul of our calypso, and the laughter that fills our homes. For Trinidadian writers, it’s the language that dances on their fingertips, begging to be transformed into stories. Here at sweettntmagazine.com, we understand …

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