Literary taboo. Stars in the shadows. Qi & The WCCS on The Brooklyn Book Festival.

Queer indie and The WCCS have joined forces for the second year running to bring you a virtual show for the Brooklyn Book Festival. It will be an interactive, live-streamed panel regarding the use of story as a tool to illuminate the invisible. Topics will include narrative explorations of death and grief, literary treatments of trauma and tragedy, writing as reflection, and approaches to diversity. This is a free, virtual event that will feature Queer Indie (Qi), the Writing Community Chat Show (WCCS), and additional indie authors.PANELISTSDr. Mario Dell’Olio, TT Banks, Ash Knight, A.C. Merkel, Halo Scot, Christopher Aggett, Ross Young, Anya Pavelle.QUEER INDIE BIOFounded in Spring 2020, Queer Indie is a writers’ alliance established to promote queer and ally lit. Qi includes the full spectrum of authors across all genres and identities. Their mission is to create a diverse, inclusive, supportive community of radical acceptance. Every book has a home. Write the rainbow. Founding members include Dr. Mario Dell’Olio, TT Banks, Ash Knight, A.C. Merkel, and Halo Scot. Further information can be found on QueerIndie.com.THE WRITING COMMUNITY CHAT SHOW BIOAlso founded in Spring 2020, the Writing Community Chat Show is a podcast designed to promote and give back to the #WritingCommunity on Twitter. WCCS interviews indie authors as well as established authors,professionals, and celebrities. They have an international fan base with over 35K views. Christopher Aggett hosts. Further information can be found on TheWritingCommunityChatShow.com.The Writing Community Chat Show has had the pleasure of speaking with many notable guests, including authors, directors, and producers. Episodes have featured Samantha Shannon, Ian Rankin, Adele Parks,Sarah Pinborough, and Caroline Kepnes.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-writing-community-chat-show--5445493/support.Connect With The Community🏆 Ranked #3 Writing Podcast in the UK (2025) The WCCS is more than a show; it’s a masterclass in the craft and business of storytelling. Join 380+ interviews with NYT Bestsellers, Indie Icons, and Celebrities.📺 Watch the Full Shows: The Writing Community Chat Show | 360+ Author Interviews, Writing Tips & Creative Chaos.✍️ The Stories Behind the Stories And Great Writing Articles: WRITE, CONNECT, GROW, With The Writing Community Chat Show. | 📚The WCCS | Substack🚀 Support the Mission With Tips And Donations: PayPal.MeTogether as one, we get it done! The Writing Community Chat Show is a proud supporter of indie authors and creative persistence.