In conversation
Suhayl Saadi in conversation with Bashabi Fraser
The poet, novelist, lyricist and physician Suhayl Saadi talks about the journey of his polyphonic novel Psychoraag.
22nd October, 2025
Photo: Missohio Studio
'I’m very privileged and fortunate to have worked in medicine because it gives you exposure to humanity in every incarnation.'
Suhayl Saadi
Suhayl Saadi lives in Glasgow, Scotland. His books include The Snake, The Burning Mirror and Psychoraag.
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