BEYOND THE PAGES: A MEETING WITH AUTHOR MADJANIE LEPRIX As part of its literary series “Beyond the Pages,” the City of Schoelcher invites you to a meeting with Madjanie Leprix, author of *Noukantje*, a powerful work in which the Creole language reveals all its richness and poetic power. An Author Committed to Preserving Creole Born in Guadeloupe, Madjanie Leprix teaches Creole in Martinique. Passionate about words, the arts, and Caribbean culture, she has worked for many years to promote and preserve our linguistic heritage. *Noukantje*, a work that weaves together pain, secrets, and the quest for truth. Through the characters of Ena and her son Atoufy—who sets out in search of his missing father—the author immerses us in an intense narrative that blends poetry, personal wounds, and family secrets. Winner of the 2024 Prix Etc Caraibe for best Creole-language text, *Noukantje* has been praised for its linguistic richness, dramatic ingenuity, and deep roots in Caribbean realities. A wonderful opportunity for discussion about literature, creativity, and the Creole language awaits! For more information: 0596 72 76 20 bibliotheque@mairie-schoelcher.com We hope to see many of you there to meet this author and explore her literary world! George de Vassoigne Municipal Library, Formerly Espace Osenat, Anse Madame, Schoelcher, 0596 727 620