Black authors

From the poetry of historical figures & memoirs of accomplished African American politicians, comedians, & creators to authors of science & fantasy, let us introduce you to 40 must-read books by Black authors! Tap to see our list. #blackauthors #bestblackauthors #booksbyblackauthors #bestbookstoread

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Starring thirty-seven poets, with contributions from acclaimed authors, including Kwame Alexander, Ibi Zoboi, and Nikki Giovanni, this breathtaking Black YA poetry anthology edited by National Book Award finalist Amber McBride, Taylor Byas, and Erica Martin celebrates Black poetry, folklore, and culture. Come, claim your wings. Lift your life above the earth, return to the land of your father’s birth. What exactly is it to be Black in America? Well, for some, it’s learning how to morph the…

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I’ve put together a list of 15 books to tackle (or at least start!). Each title showcases a different aspect of African life and history. I hope this month will be about enjoying amazing stories and amplifying African voices, encouraging more people to discover these remarkable works. #tbr #africanliterature #bookstagram #bookrec

In Finding God in All the Black Places, Beretta E. Smith-Shomade contends that Black spirituality and Black church religiosity are the critical crux of Black popular culture. She argues that cultural, community, and social support live within the Black church and that spirit, art, and progress are deeply entwined and seal this connection. Including the work of artists such as Mary J. Blige, D'Angelo, Erykah Badu, Prince, Spike Lee, and Oprah Winfrey, the book examines contemporary Black…

AN INSTANT NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLERONE OF TIME'S 100 MOST INFLUENTUAL PEOPLE IN GLOBAL HEALTH"This book is more than a memoir--it also serves as a call to action to create a more equitable healthcare system for patients of color, particularly Black women." --Essence One of NPR's 11 Books to Look Forward to in 2024One of Good Morning America's 15 New Books to Read for the New Year"Legacy is both a compelling memoir and an edifying analysis of the inequities in the way we deliver healthcare…

NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER * NAACP IMAGE AWARD NOMINEE * AMAZON'S TOP 20 HISTORY BOOKS OF 2023 * B&N BEST OF EDUCATIONAL HISTORY * THE ROOT'S BEST BOOKS OF 2023 * CHICAGO PUBLIC LIBRARY FAVORITE BOOKS OF 2023 From acclaimed columnist and political commentator Michael Harriot, a searingly smart and bitingly hilarious retelling of American history that corrects the record and showcases the perspectives and experiences of Black Americans. America’s backstory is a whitewashed mythology…

With literary fiction, heartwarming sagas, poetry, and nonfiction, this genre-hopping list features exciting new releases from standout Black authors.

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Foreward by: Dr. Evelyn Bethune, Contributing Authors: Aviella Aloha, Jennifer Dukes, Elaine Tatum, Sheran Duncan, Melissa Andrewin, Roberta Bell, Nannette Palmore, Samantha Dantzler, Tamara Sidney, Stephanie WalkerEmbark on a soul-stirring odyssey with "Gumbo for the Black Woman's Soul: Stories of Resilience, Triumph, and the Power of Sisterhood." This anthology is a testament to the unbreakable spirit of Black women, a celebration of their magic, and a rallying cry for their…

Explore powerful books to read by black authors and women authors who address self-care, healing, and personal development from a Black woman's perspective. From managing workplace stress to embracing cultural identity, these voices offer wisdom and guidance tailored for your journey.

Take advantage of daylight saving time by curling up on a park bench with one of the eight books we're excited to read this spring.

Looking to read more classic literature by Black authors? We've created the following must-read list to help get you started.

Title: African-Black Psychology in the American Context: An African-Centered Approach Author/Editor: Kambon, Kobi K. Publisher: Nubian Nation Publications Date: 1998 Format: Paperback Condition: Good Condition Description: Shelf and handling wear to cover and binding, with general signs of previous use. Wear visible to covers and spine. No markings or notations. Secure packaging for safe delivery.

The extraordinary life story of the celebrated artist and writer, as told through four decades of intimate letters to her beloved mother Barbara Chase-Riboud has led a remarkable life. After graduating from Yale’s School of Design and Architecture, she moved to Europe and spent decades traveling the world and living at the center of artistic, literary, and political circles. She became a renowned artist whose work is now in museum collections around the world. Later, she also became an…

an arresting debut for anyone looking for insight into what it means to be a black woman in the world. three black women are linked in unexpected ways to the same influential white man in stockholm as they build their new lives in the most open society run by the most private people.

Fleeing persecution in 1960s America, a Black couple seeks asylum in Ghana, but fresh dangers and old secrets threaten their newfound freedom in this hypnotic debut novel. "I am truly blown away by this novel."--Jacqueline Woodson, New York Times bestselling author of Red at the Bone ONE OF THE BEST BOOKS OF THE YEAR: CrimeReads When the windshield of his Chevy Impala shatters in a dark diner parking lot in Alabama, Melvin moves without thinking. A split-second reaction marrows in his bones…