Rapper Akala releases debut novel, ‘The Dark Lady’

Raper, poet and activist Akala has today (April 26) released his debut novel, The Dark Lady. His first literary release since Natives: Race And Class In The Ruins Of Empire, the novel is aimed at teenagers and young adults. Set in 16th century London, the novel has been inspired by Shakespeare’s ‘Dark Lady’ sonnets. Opening up about the project …