What are you reading for Black History Month?
Feb 24 2025
Every February, Black History Month is celebrated in the United States. The month is a period of commemorating the achievements and contributions of Black Americans throughout history, who struggled with adversity to have a significant impact on the country. It’s the perfect time to recognize the nuances of Black history, including their struggles and triumphs along with their culture and heritage. The month was chosen in the early 1900s because it coincided with the birthdays of President Abraham Lincoln and Frederick Douglass–two important abolitionist figures.In this post, you will find some of my favorite books with Black stories by Black authors, about Black lives. Remember that reading books by Black authors and reading diversely is important to do all year round, not just during February.“Beloved” by Toni Morrison [literary, historical]“Outdrawn” by Deanna Grey [sapphic rivals to lovers romance]“Seven Days in June” by Tia Williams [adult romance]“Legendborn” by Tracy Deonn [young adult contemporary fantasy] “Citizen” by Claudia Rankine [poetry]“The Collected Poems of Audre Lorde” by Audre Lorde [poetry]“A Love Song for Ricki Wilde” [adult romance]“Sister Outsider” by Audre Lorde [essays and speeches]“Honey Girl” by Morgan Rogers [lesbian, literary]“The Blood Trials” by N. E. Davenport [sci fi, fantasy]“This Ravenous Fate" by Hayley Dennings [young adult historical fantasy]“James Baldwin: The Last Interview” by James Baldwin [nonfiction, interviews]“I Know Why the Caged Bird Sings” by Maya Angelou [autobiography]“Red at the Bone” by Jacqueline Woodson [literary fiction]“All About Love” by bell hooks [creative nonfiction]“The 1619 Project” by Nikole Hannah-Jones [nonfiction; journalism]“Between the World and Me” by Ta-Nahisi Coates [nonfiction]
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