Elvin James Mensah - White Spaces

Join acclaimed author Elvin James Mensah as he discusses his powerful second novel, White Spaces, in conversation with bestselling author and broadcaster Matt Cain.

Poignant, lyrical and deeply human, White Spaces explores identity, belonging, masculinity and the complexities of family, friendship and love. Through compelling characters and beautifully crafted storytelling, Elvin examines what it means to search for your place in the world while navigating the spaces between expectation, community and self.

In this engaging conversation, Elvin and Matt will explore the inspiration behind the novel, the themes that shape his writing and the importance of telling stories that reflect the richness and diversity of contemporary Britain.

ELVIN JAMES MENSAH is a British-Ghanaian writer born and raised in South East London. His debut novel, Small Joys, was released by Simon & Schuster in the UK and Penguin in the US in 2023. White Spaces is his second novel.