LITERATURE

Building a house requires careful planning and the right materials. Imagine handing a mason a pile of unsorted bricks, warped wood, and cracked tiles, and telling them to start building. The result would be a chaotic, structurally unsound mess. Similarly, for self-publishers, your manuscript is the raw building material of …

Recovery: Scars or Stars is more than just a book; it’s Frankie Mapp’s compelling testimony of transformation. From the grip of addiction to the freedom found through faith, Mapp of Carenage, Trinidad, shares his raw and honest journey, offering encouragement and practical wisdom to those seeking healing. As a mental …

The legend of the left-hand dumpling serves as a cornerstone of Tobagonian folklore, illustrating the intersection of culinary tradition and spiritual belief within the Caribbean. This article explores the cultural origins of the ritual, specifically its ties to the village of Les Coteaux and the practice of Obeah. It provides …

In an age dominated by technology and fast-paced communication, poetry remains a timeless art form that continues to captivate and inspire. The relevance of poetry in the modern world is undeniable, as it bridges the gap between tradition and contemporary expression, offering a profound way to connect with emotions, ideas, …

“No matter the nationality, ‘Juanita’ is designed to be both educational and entertaining. It highlights major aspects about Trinidadian and Venezuelan culture…” Four colleagues and friends, Bilqees Mohammed, Rayne Affonso, Jesse Buendía Ragbir, and Talia Khan, majored in Spanish together at the University of the West Indies, St Augustine and published Juanita (2024), …

Adhering to hair superstition protocols remains a vital cultural practice in Trinidad and Tobago to mitigate spiritual risks associated with discarded biological material. This article examines the intersection of Caribbean folklore and the mystical significance of human hair within regional spiritual frameworks such as Obeah. By exploring the origins of …

Blight removal rituals in Trinidad and Tobago represent a sophisticated intersection of African, Indian, and indigenous spiritual traditions designed to eliminate persistent misfortune. This guide provides an exhaustive analysis of the cultural mechanisms used to cleanse negative energies, including bush baths, sea baths, and the symbolic use of cocoyea brooms. …

Trinidad and Tobago folklore consists of a diverse collection of supernatural narratives that serve as cultural anchors, moral lessons and historical records of the twin-island republic. This comprehensive guide examines thirteen prominent entities, ranging from the forest guardian Papa Bois to the vengeful Churile, detailing their origins, characteristics and the …

“A book captures a reader’s attention when they can relate to it; when it feeds their soul. A book is not only meant to look pretty and have pretty words inside of it but it is something special and personal to the reader as compassion grows when reading.” Shauntel Victor, …

Mama D’Leau stands as the supreme guardian of Caribbean waterways and a primary figure in the folkloric traditions of Trinidad and Tobago, Dominica and Guyana. As a powerful environmental protector, she embodies the duality of nature, presenting as a beautiful woman who transforms into a formidable anaconda to punish those …