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'An invaluable collection'
BBC'A seminal body of work that centres our voices authentically and unapologetically'
Melissa Cummings-Quarry, co-author of Grown and co-founder of Black Girls Book Club
The Colour of Madness is a groundbreaking anthology amplifying the voices of People of Colour and their experiences with mental health.
In this compelling collection, edited by Dr Rianna Walcott and Dr Samara Linton, over seventy contributors share their stories, essays, poetry, short fiction and artwork. Showcasing the voices of those who have been ignored, this book brings solace to those who have shared similar experiences, and sheds light into the everyday impact of racism for those looking to further understand and combat this injustice.
A vital and timely tribute to all those whose lives have been impacted by medical inequalities, this collection seeks to disrupt the whitewashed narrative of mental health in Britain and will help to positively transform the mental health and wellbeing of People of Colour.
The book was first published in 2018. Editors Dr Samara Linton and Dr Rianna Walcott ended their relationship with their previous publisher in 2021 when the press was linked to a far-right group. The editors have since collaborated with a new publisher to present this refined edition complete with revised contributions, new contributors and powerful artwork.
About the author
Dr Samara Linton is an award-winning writer, content producer, and former junior doctor. Samara is the co-author of Diane Abbott: The Authorised Biography and has written for several platforms, including gal-dem, Metro, Huffington Post, and the Royal College of Psychiatrists. She is a University of Cambridge and University College London graduate. She currently works in audio production at the BBC.Rianna Walcott is an academic, activist, writer, and musician. She is a LAHP-funded PhD candidate at Kings College London researching Black women's identity in digital spaces, and a graduate twiceover from the University of Edinburgh. Co-founder of projectmyopia, which promotes inclusivity in academia and decolonising the curriculum, Rianna has written for publications including The Wellcome Collection, Metro, Vice, Dazed and Guardian.
Summary
A powerful and uplifting anthology giving voice to mental health issues experienced by People of Colour in Britain.
Foreword
A powerful anthology giving voice to the mental health struggles experienced by people of colour in the UK.
Additional text
Deeply personal and sensitive...This book should be read by all trainees and seniors. Although it might make the reader feel uncomfortable, it will help them to build inclusive therapeutic relationships with patients from all ethnic backgrounds and improve the practical accessibility of mental healthcare.
