Odd Girl Out: In Conversation with Tasneem Abdur-Rashid

Fri Feb 13 2026 at 03:30 pm to 04:30 pm UTC+00:00

North Kensington Library | London

Royal Borough of Kensington and Chelsea Libraries
Publisher/HostRoyal Borough of Kensington and Chelsea Libraries
Odd Girl Out: In Conversation with Tasneem Abdur-Rashid
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Join us for a special in-conversation event with Tasneem Abdur-Rashid, the Carnegie Medal–nominated author of Odd Girl Out.
About this Event

Join us for an engaging in-conversation event with Bengali British writer Tasneem Abdur-Rashid, author of Odd Girl Out and Carnegie Medal 2026 nominee.

This event is designed especially for young people and will explore the themes of Odd Girl Out, including identity, friendship, culture, and belonging. The talk will focus on Tasneem's background, her writing journey, the importance of representation, and the power of owning your truth and identity.

Through conversation and audience questions, attendees will gain insight into:

  • The inspiration behind Odd Girl Out
  • What it’s like to grow up navigating multiple identities
  • Breaking into writing and publishing as a young writer
  • Why diverse stories matter

This is a welcoming, inclusive event for readers, writers, students, and anyone interested in stories that reflect real experiences.


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North Kensington Library, 108 Ladbroke Grove, London, United Kingdom

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