Award-Winning Author Elene Catrakilis Presents New Novel "Under an African Sky"

Book signing and reception at Annunciation Greek Orthodox Cathedral in Atlanta on March 15, 2026.

Mar. 15, 2026 at 9:00pm

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Acclaimed writer Elene Catrakilis, born in South Africa to Greek-Cypriot parents, will present her new novel "Under an African Sky" at an event hosted by the Center for Hellenic Studies at Georgia State University, Lykion ton Ellinidon Atlanta, and the Annunciation Cathedral Philoptochos Society on March 15, 2026 in Atlanta.

Why it matters

Catrakilis' work explores themes of cultural identity, belonging, displacement, faith and the resilience of women, offering a unique perspective on the final years of apartheid in South Africa. The book presentation event provides an opportunity for the local community to engage with the author and her latest literary work.

The details

The book presentation, signing, and reception for "Under an African Sky" will take place on Sunday, March 15, 2026 at 5:00 PM at the Annunciation Greek Orthodox Cathedral Carlos Hellenic Community Center in Atlanta. The event is sponsored by the Center for Hellenic Studies at Georgia State University, Lykion ton Ellinidon Atlanta, and the Annunciation Cathedral Philoptochos Society.

  • The book presentation event will take place on Sunday, March 15, 2026 at 5:00 PM.

The players

Elene Catrakilis

An award-winning writer, born in South Africa to Greek-Cypriot parents, whose work explores themes of cultural identity, belonging, displacement, faith and the resilience of women.

Center for Hellenic Studies at Georgia State University

A sponsor of the book presentation event for Elene Catrakilis' new novel "Under an African Sky".

Lykion ton Ellinidon Atlanta

A sponsor of the book presentation event for Elene Catrakilis' new novel "Under an African Sky".

Annunciation Cathedral Philoptochos Society

A sponsor of the book presentation event for Elene Catrakilis' new novel "Under an African Sky".

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The takeaway

This event provides an opportunity for the local Atlanta community to engage with an acclaimed author whose work explores themes of cultural identity, belonging, and the resilience of women, offering a unique perspective on the final years of apartheid in South Africa.