Diana Wilson is a Jamaican educator and author whose stories explore survival, redemption, and the social realities shaping Caribbean life. Drawing from her experiences as a teacher and mother, she writes character-driven fiction that confronts issues such as violence, broken families, and resilience with honesty and compassion.

Her Chester Castle series, including The Butcher of Chester Castle and The Sinner, reflects both the wounds and the hope within society. Through her work, Diana seeks to give voice to the unheard and inspire reflection, healing, and change.
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  • JoinedJuly 14, 2022



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DianaDayesWilson DianaDayesWilson Mar 29, 2026 10:02AM
As a writer, I always pay attention to what holds my attention.Right now, I’m completely pulled into The Descent by Athena Starr.There’s something about the way the story unfolds—it doesn’t rush yo...
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Stories by Diana Dayes-Wilson
The Envelope by DianaDayesWilson
The Envelope
After six years abroad, Daphnie returns to Jamaica to bury her father and reclaim her place in the family. Bu...
Ma Ha' Penny  by DianaDayesWilson
Ma Ha' Penny
In rural Jamaica during the height of the Obeah Act crackdown, a village healer known as Ma Ha' Penny is drag...
Miss Chee's Haunting by DianaDayesWilson
Miss Chee's Haunting
Miss Chee was once the most successful baker in Hopewell. Her cakes drew customers from miles away, and her g...
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