As part of Queer History Club we are super excited to bring you a conversation, Q&A and book signing with queer writer Paula Akpan.

Paula's debut book, When We Ruled: The Rise and Fall of Twelve African Queens and Warriors, reveals the stories of female rulers whose experiences of gender and sexuality existed outside of Western norms, categories and binaries. They led, loved and fought for their kingdoms and people and their impact can still be felt today. However, beyond the lands they called home, so few of us have heard their names.

From pre-colonial Nigeria to the rich plains of Rwanda, from Ancient Egypt to apartheid South Africa, historian Akpan writes the stories of these powerful queens and takes you on a spellbinding, enrapturing and immersive journey that is nothing short of revelatory.

Paula will be in conversation with historian, Kit Heyam plus Paula will also sign copies of her book, When We Ruled which will be available to purchase at the event.