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Bolouebi Solomon is an Anglo-Nigerian writer who approaches writing as an act of exploration—an act of self-discovery and quiet excavation. Raised in Nigeria and shaped by her early adulthood in England, she writes at the intersection of memory, migration, culture, and identity. Influenced by Ijaw heritage, the cosmopolitan rhythm of Port Harcourt, pidgin English, and later the textures of British English, her voice carries layered histories and shifting identities
Her debut memoir, All of Us, grew from poetry—rooted in curiosity, reflection, and the courage to speak what was once unspoken. Writing for her is not performance; it is revelation.
About All of Us
One life. One girl. Many women. Many mothers.
All of Us is a legacy memoir that follows a girl separated from her mother at an early age, moving between homes and relatives, learning survival long before childhood is meant to end. Raised within communal living and scarcity, she navigates instability, faith, autonomy, and difficult choices that ripple through family and culture.
At its heart, the book explores what it means to grow up where resources are fragile, belief systems are powerful, and resilience becomes a way of life. It examines poverty, communal warmth and wounds, religion, identity, and the quiet strength of women who hold families together in impossible conditions
“This is not just my story. It is the story of all of us who survived.”
Pre-Book Launch Event – 2 May
On 2 May, Bolouebi will host a pre-book launch and collaborative storytelling event at Holmfirth Civic Hall (1 pm–6 pm). The event will centre on conversation around All of Us and will feature other creatives and storytellers, creating a shared space for reflection, memory, and dialogue.
This gathering is more than a book launch—it is an invitation into community. A chance to explore uncomfortable conversations, shared histories, and the power of story to connect us across generations and geographies.
Ticket Options
• Community Pass (£5) – Entry to the event to mingle and be part of the atmosphere (does not include food or book).
• Friends & Readers Pass – Includes food and an advance copy of All of Us.
• Online Pass (Free) – Includes online access
Tickets can be booked via Eventbrite (link available through Bolouebi social platforms).
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About Reuben Sounds Purpose: Founded in 1991 by Jerry Crawford, who has been very influential on Bradford’s music scene. He is probably Bradford’s longest serving event organiser. From working at Livestock Records to Organising Bradford’s first acid house all nighter along with Bradford’s first jungle/drum n bass and UK garage events. The studio was a non-profit venture designed to provide valuable recording studio access to disadvantaged local musicians. Mission: It aimed to serve marginalized groups, such as low-paid and unemployed young people, mainly for members of the Black and Asian communities, offering them a chance to record music and learn about studio techniques. Significance: The studio was created to fill a gap in local facilities, providing an essential resource for aspiring musicians who lacked access to professional equipment and training.
Reuben Sounds Recordings: A 25-Year Comeback After a three-decade hiatus from the music recording scene, Reuben Sounds Recordings is making a triumphant return, not only to capture the sound of a new generation but also to offer a suite of music production training events.
As a community music training and events organization, our core aims are centered on enriching community life through the universal language of music and sound. Our plans are action-oriented, designed to make music accessible, educational, and unifying for everyone in our local area. Reuben Sounds:
We will provide inclusive platforms that bring diverse community members together, breaking down social barriers and building stronger neighborhood ties through shared musical experiences.
Reuben Sounds events, making a comeback after 30 years, will be collaborating with this generation to organise events of all genres of music and will also be connecting with local grassroots artists and DJs
Our aim for 2026 is to organise as many events possible all genres. We will be collaborating with as many artists, organisations to continuing spreading racial harmony through music
Michael Ekpechue is a prominent figure involved with the Greater Manchester Black Tech Expo, often speaking at or promoting their events, like the recent “AI For All” session in November 2025, focusing on inclusive tech and People Data Infrastructure (PDI) for the community, as seen in his LinkedIn posts. He’s actively championing tech access and innovation for creators, students, and businesses in the region, partnering with organizations like Adanian Labs and MMU.
EXCITING NEWS – Join SHALAMAR this summer as they celebrate their golden anniversary with shows across the UK, Europe, USA and Africa. With 18 top seventy five UK hits, 11 top forty, 4 top ten chart smashing singles and over 25 million records sold world-wide, the group are one of the most successful soul acts of all time.
Their live shows are a feast of nonstop anthemic tunes — from “A Night To Remember” and “Take That to the Bank” to “There It Is”, “The Second Time Around”, “Make That Move”, “Dead Giveaway”, “Dancin’ In The Sheets”, “Over and Over”, “Friends”, and more.
Audiences are being asked to join in the celebration by wearing black or white, enhanced with a golden touch. Meet & Greet packages available.
Special guest on selected UK theatre dates will be Gwen Dickey – the Voice of Rose Royce (“Car Wash”, “Is It Love You’re After”, “Wishing On A Star”, I’m Going Down”.)
Tickets available from each venue website and Ticketmaster.
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