Author and educator Arlene Dwarika joins Virmala to discuss her debut book, Santa Rita: Echoes from the Village and Beyond.
Inspired by the people, places and traditions of Caribbean village life, the collection captures the stories, characters and shared experiences that have shaped generations. Dwarika reflects on her transition from education to fiction, the importance of preserving Caribbean culture through literature, and why local stories continue to resonate with readers of all ages.