Darren

Chetty, PhD

Dr Darren Chetty is a teacher, lecturer, writer and editor with research interests in education, philosophy, racism, children’s literature and hip-hop culture. He is a sought-after speaker and specialist in philosophy for/with children and communities.

“This book is a deep-take on how modern western children’s literature comes out of conflicts and traditions that have to be faced in a frank and thoughtful way...”

Michael Rosen

Beyond the Secret Garden

Drawing on and expanding their long-running column for Books for Keeps, Dr Darren Chetty and Professor Karen Sands O’Connor trace how Black and racially minoritised characters have been represented in ‘the secret garden’ of British children’s literature from its earliest stages.

  • A blueprint for the kinds of conversations that teachers and educators can start having with each other, and more importantly with students which will positively impact this complex and multifaceted issue.

    By Dr Zaahida Nabagereka – Lit in Colour, Penguin Books UK

  • Karen and Darren are true heroes to me, for keeping the publishing industry on its toes with their powerful and necessary insights into a whole scope of issues affecting BAME writers and readers.

    By Zanib Mian, award-winning children's author

  • A comprehensive exploration of representation in children's literature and the industry around it. There's nothing like it. Invaluable.

    By A.M. Dassu, award-winning children's author

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