Fabienne Josaphat is a Haitian-born author, poet, and screenwriter whose work engages deeply with the complexities of identity, revolution, and the human experience. Drawing inspiration from both the rich and tumultuous history of Haiti and the broader Black experience, her storytelling captures the intricate realities of life. Through her fiction, poetry, and non-fiction, she seeks to create narratives that challenge readers and inspire meaningful reflection and dialogue.

Her debut novel, Dancing in the Baron’s Shadow, received acclaim for its compelling depiction of life under the Duvalier dictatorship. This work delves into themes of survival, brotherhood, and resistance, offering insights into the resilience of the human spirit amid adversity. In her latest novel, Kingdom of No Tomorrow, Josaphat takes readers on an evocative journey through the revolutionary spirit of the Black Panther Party, skillfully navigating the intersections of personal and political struggle in America during the 1960s.