Lisa Allen-Agostini
Lisa Allen-Agostini is a Trinidadian writer, journalist, editor, and stand-up comedian. Known for her work in fiction, poetry, and drama, she has authored several books, including the Women's Prize-shortlisted novel 'The Bread the Devil Knead' and the award-winning young adult novel 'Home Home'. She is also a co-founder of the Caribbean feminist stand-up comedy partnership FemComTT.
Awards
['Alfred Friendly Press Fellowship (2001)', 'Women Deliver media scholarship (2013)', 'Shortlisted for the Hollick Arvon Prize (2013)', 'Burt Prize for Caribbean Young Adult Literature (Third Prize, 2017)', "Shortlisted for the Women's Prize for Fiction (2022)"]
Notable Works
['The Bread the Devil Knead', 'Home Home', 'The Chalice Project', 'Swallowing the Sky', 'Trinidad Noir (co-editor)']
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