Books by 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

Check out and support these 10 Banned Books By Black Authors that frequently show up on banned book lists across the country.

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Looking for some riveting reads to add to the TBR stack? Take your pick from these compelling books by Black authors.

Check out an inspiring massive list of books by Black women. Celebrate the brilliance of Black authors and dive into powerful stories, thought-provoking essays, and unforgettable narratives. From fiction to memoirs, these Black book recommendations highlight the voices of women writers who are shaping literature. Perfect for your next books to read list—support Black people in literature and expand your reading horizons today.

Ready to diversify your reading list? These highly-rated books by Black authors (courtesy of Goodreads) should be added ASAP.

It's time to diversify your shelves by supporting authors of color. From contemporary to YA, check out this list of books by black authors from all genres.

Now a Hulu Original Series "Riveting, fearless, and vividly original" (Emily St. John Mandel, New York Times bestselling author), this instant New York Times bestseller explores the tension that unfurls when two young Black women meet against the starkly white backdrop of New York City book publishing. Twenty-six-year-old editorial assistant Nella Rogers is tired of being the only Black employee at Wagner Books. Fed up with the isolation and microaggressions, she's thrilled when Harlem-born…

Some books just never get old! 🤎📚 These 20+ classic books by Black authors are filled with wisdom, beauty, and stories that stick with you forever. From heartwarming tales to powerful narratives, there’s so much to love. Don't forget to save this post 📌, follow for more bookish finds, and tell me which one you love most! 💕✨ #classics #classicbooks #classicbookstoread #blackauthors #blackwriters #booksbyblackwriters

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

In honor of Black History Month, here is my list of books by contemporary Black female authors - brilliant works by fierce women that everyone should read.

Celebrate notable African Americans who have changed the culture and politics of the United States. Learn from inspirational black authors, including Michelle Obama, Maya Angelou, and Toni Morrison through their memoirs, essays, and biographies. #blackhistorymonth #reading #books

"A call to action shedding light on the issue of depression in black men and the barriers that prevent too many from seeking and receiving care."--Rosalynn Carter, former U.S. First Lady, and chairperson, The Carter Center Mental Health Task Force In mainstream society depression and mental illness are still somewhat taboo subjects; in the black community they are topics that are almost completely shrouded in secrecy. As a result, millions of black men are suffering in silence or getting…

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Seeing in the Dark is a collection of work by an intimate colloquy of Black women depth psychologists who apply the principles of the discipline in a variety of professional and community contexts. The book contributes to a body of depth psychological literature of interest to professionals and students in the field, as well as accessible to a general readership seeking an understanding and appreciation of the archetypal symbols alive in the personal and collective cultural unconscious. The…

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…

Black women physicians' stories have gone untold for far too long, leaving gaping holes in American medical history, in women's history, and in black history. It's time to set the record straight No real account of black women physicians in the US exists, and what little mention is made of these women in existing histories is often insubstantial or altogether incorrect. In this work of extensive research, Jasmine Brown offers a rich new perspective, penning the long-erased stories of nine…

Winner of the Jhalak PrizeWinner of the Bread & Roses Award for Radical Publishing 'A revelation' Owen Jones'Afropean seizes the blur of contradictions that have obscured Europe's relationship with blackness and paints it into something new, confident and lyrical' Afua Hirsch A Guardian, New Statesman and BBC History Magazine Best Book of 2019 'Afropean. Here was a space where blackness was taking part in shaping European identity ... A continent of Algerian flea markets, Surinamese…