Kevin Beckles is a writer from the Caribbean island of Barbados. A former corporate professional, he took early retirement to devote more time to his family, while moonlighting as a writer whenever life allows.

A lifelong storyteller at heart, Kevin has quietly penned poems, short stories, and songs over the years, often tucking them away rather than sharing them with the world. His work gravitates toward reimagining global themes through a distinctly Barbadian lens, blending the local with the universal in ways that feel both familiar and fresh.

In August 2018, under the pen name Kayio Beckles, he published his debut novel, Games: A Crime in Barbados — a gripping tale that marked his first step into the public literary world.

With roots in the island’s rich culture and an eye on the broader human experience, Kevin continues to develop stories that bridge borders while staying grounded in Caribbean soil.