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== Jacob Ross ==

Jacob Ross is a Grenadian-born author known for his work as a poet, playwright, journalist, novelist, and creative writing tutor. He has lived in Britain since 1984 and is a Fellow of the Royal Society of Literature. His writing often explores Caribbean life and identity, and he has been recognized for his literary contributions by serving as a judge for several prestigious awards. Some of his Notable work include;

Jacob Ross is a Grenadian-born author known for his work as a poet, playwright, journalist, novelist, and creative writing tutor. He has lived in Britain since 1984 and is a Fellow of the Royal Society of Literature. His writing often explores Caribbean life and identity, and he has been recognized for his literary contributions by serving as a judge for several prestigious awards. Some of his Notable work include.

* The Bone Readers(2016)''':''' A crime novel set in a fictional Caribbean ~~island~~, winner of the Jhalak Prize.

* The Bone Readers (2016)''':''' A crime novel set in a fictional Caribbean Island, winner of the Jhalak Prize.

* Black Rain Falling''':''' Sequel to ''The Bone Readers'', continuing the gripping murder mystery.

* Pynter Bender (2008'''):''' A coming-of-age novel set during Grenada’s colonial and revolutionary times.

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* Evelyn (2014) and A Way to Catch the Dust (2004)''':''' Short story collections.

* Callaloo: A Grenada Anthology''':''' A collaborative work showcasing Grenadian voices.<ref>Jacob Ross (Author of The Bone Readers)</ref>

== Tobias S. Buckell ==

· Tobias S. Buckell – Born in St. Georges Grenada, is a science fiction author whose novels and over 50 short fiction stories have been translated into 17 languages. He is a New York Times bestselling author and has also been nominated for Hugo, Nebula, Prometheus and John W. Campbell Award for Best New Science Fiction Author. Some of his notable works include;

* · Halo; The Cole Protocol

* · Crystal Rain

* · Halo; Envoy

* · Halo; Fractures

* · Arctic Rising

* · Raggamuffin

* · The Executioness

* · Halo; Evolutions, Volume 2

* · Halo Encyclopedia; The Definitive guide to the Halo Universe

* · Sly Mongoose <ref>·

Tobias S. Buckell (Author of Halo)</ref>

== DR. Peggy Antrobus ==

Is a renowned Grenadian author and feminist whose written work has significantly contributed to the discourse on women's development in the region. A founding member of both the Caribbean Association for Feminist Research and Action (CAFRA) and Development Alternatives with Women for a New Era (DAWN), she used these platforms to advocate for gender justice. As DAWN’s General Coordinator from 1990 to 1996, she played a key role in shaping feminist thought and policy globally. Dr. Antrobus has written and published extensively on women's rights, feminism, and development, establishing herself as a leading voice on issues affecting women in the Caribbean and the Global South.

* · The Global Women's Movement: Origins, Issues and Strategies (2004)

* In the Shadows of the Sun: Caribbean Development Alternatives and U.S. Policy (1990)

· Dr. Antrobus contributed to an essay in Robin Morgan's anthology, ''Sisterhood is Global: The International Women's Movement Anthology'' (1984), which compiles voices from women activists worldwide.

Academic and Policy Papers

* "The Rise and Fall of Feminist Politics in the Caribbean Women's Movement 1975–1995"

* "Analysis and Critique of Development Goals vis-à-vis Women"

* "The Emerging Status of Jamaican Women"

* "The Issue is Peace"

* "Hanover Street: An Experiment to Train Women in Welding and Carpentry <ref>Dr. Peggy Antrobus – CARICOM</ref>