#1
Months on List: 2
In three poignant essays, acclaimed author Ta-Nehisi Coates examines the profound influence of stories and myths on our realities and highlights the necessity of confronting difficult truths to liberate ourselves from destructive narratives.
The Message
by Ta-nehisi Coates • One World (October 1, 2024) • 2 Months on List
#2
Months on List: 2
Malcolm Gladwell revisits the concept of social epidemics, exploring how modern attempts to manipulate tipping points shape society in both beneficial and unintended ways.
Revenge Of The Tipping Point: Overstories, Superspreaders, And The Rise Of Social Engineering
by Malcolm Gladwell • Little, Brown And Company (October 1, 2024) • 2 Months on List
#3
Months on List: 5
In <em>Love & Whiskey,</em> bestselling author Fawn Weaver embarks on a personal journey to unravel and immortalize the untold story of Nearest Green, the African American distiller behind the iconic Jack Daniel's whiskey, seamlessly blending historical investigation with a tribute to enduring friendship and unseen contributions to America's cultural and whiskey heritage.
Love & Whiskey: The Remarkable True Story Of Jack Daniel, His Master Distiller Nearest Green, And The Improbable Rise Of Uncle Nearest
by Fawn Weaver • Melcher Media Inc (June 18, 2024) • 5 Months on List
#4
Months on List: 7
This book invites readers on a journey toward greater happiness, providing tools of emotional self-management and practical ways to cultivate the four pillars of happiness: family, friendship, work, and faith, regardless of circumstances.
Build The Life You Want: The Art And Science Of Getting Happier
by Arthur C. Brooks And Oprah Winfrey • Portfolio (September 12, 2023) • 7 Months on List
#5
Months on List: 5
<em>Power Moves</em> is a transformative guide that empowers individuals to find their authentic selves, relinquish societal expectations, and harness their inner power through faith and continuous growth, ultimately inspiring them to effect change in the world confidently.
Power Moves: Ignite Your Confidence And Become A Force
by Sarah Jakes Roberts • Thomas Nelson (April 30, 2024) • 5 Months on List
#6
Months on List: 5
<em>Madness</em> is a riveting exploration of the fate of America's last segregated mental asylum, Crownsville Hospital, revealing a century-long history of racial and mental health struggles, intertwined with the author's personal family experiences, as she examines the implications for today's mental healthcare system.
Madness: Race And Insanity In A Jim Crow Asylum
by Antonia Hylton • Legacy Lit (January 23, 2024) • 5 Months on List
#7
Months on List: 9
In the follow-up to his bestselling cookbook, Snoop Dogg teams up with rapper E-40 to bring new flavor to the kitchen, offering over 65 entertaining and accessible recipes inspired by their music, favorite meals, and culture, perfect for any occasion and fans of Snoop, E-40, and celebrity cookbooks.
Snoop Dogg Presents Goon With The Spoon
by Snoop Dogg And Earl Stevens • Chronicle Books (November 14, 2023) • 9 Months on List
#8
Months on List: 1
<em>The 1619 Project: A Visual Experience</em> is an illustrative reinterpretation of the historical initiative by The New York Times, combining powerful essays, vivid photos, and original art to reframe the American origin story through the lens of slavery and resistance, aiming to give readers a more profound understanding of the country's past, present, and future.
The 1619 Project A Visual Experience
by Nikole Hannah-jones • Clarkson N Potter Publishers (October 22, 2024) • 1 Months on List
#9
Months on List: 10
Harriot humorously yet critically challenges the dominant white narrative of American history, providing a fresh perspective through the overlooked experiences of Black Americans across significant events.
Black Af History: The Un-whitewashed Story Of America
by Michael Harriot • Dey Street Books (September 19, 2023) • 10 Months on List
#10
Months on List: 1
A professional organizer shares five practical steps to transform every room into a calm, welcoming space that nurtures connection, beauty, and intentional living.
Beautifully Organized: A Guide To Function And Style In Your Home
by Nikki Boyd • Paige Tate & Co (April 2, 2019) • 1 Months on List
#11
Months on List: 8
<em>Legacy</em> is the riveting journey of Dr. Uché Blackstock, a Black physician fighting against systemic healthcare inequities, threading a deeply personal memoir and influential calls to action through the intricate tapestry of American healthcare, racism, and her evolution from child to medical student, practitioner, and ultimately a powerful health equity advocate.
Legacy: A Black Physician Reckons With Racism In Medicine
by Uche Blackstock • Viking (January 23, 2024) • 8 Months on List
#12
Months on List: 8
In <em>There's Always This Year,</em> acclaimed author Hanif Abdurraqib deftly intertwines memoir, social critique, and a deep dive into basketball culture, examining the meaning of success, the tension between excellence and expectation, and the concept of role models, all through the lens of his Ohioan roots and affection for the game.
There’s Always This Year: On Basketball And Ascension
by Hanif Abdurraqib • Random House (March 26, 2024) • 8 Months on List
#13
Months on List: 7
In her groundbreaking work <em>Caste: The Origins of Our Discontents,</em> Pulitzer Prize-winning author Isabel Wilkerson draws revealing comparisons between America, India, and Nazi Germany's caste systems, illuminating the unspoken hierarchical structure that deeply influences demographics and lives, offering insightful analysis and a hopeful path towards a united and caste-free America.
Caste: The Origins Of Our Discontents
by Isabel Wilkerson • Random House (August 4, 2020) • 7 Months on List
#14
Months on List: 8
The 1619 Project: A New Origin Story is an enlightening exploration of American history that places slavery and its continuing legacy at the center of the narrative, revealing the profound impact of it on contemporary American society through an intricate blend of historical essays, poems, and works of fiction contributed by renowned scholars, authors, and poets.
The 1619 Project: A New Origin Story
by Nikole Hannah-jones • One World (November 16, 2021) • 8 Months on List
#15
Months on List: 5
In her deeply personal and touching memoir, <em>Bits and Pieces</em>, Whoopi Goldberg pays tribute to her late mother and brother, reflecting on their profound impact on her life and revealing the struggles they overcame to provide her with a rich and fulfilling upbringing in New York City.
Bits And Pieces: My Mother, My Brother, And Me
by Whoopi Goldberg • Blackstone Publishing (May 7, 2024) • 5 Months on List
#16
Months on List: 1
<em>Gather Me</em> is a poignant memoir about the enduring power of books and community, following the life journey of Glory Edim, the founder of Well-Read Black Girl, as she navigates personal upheaval and finds solace, identity, and empowerment through the works of influential Black authors.
Gather Me: A Memoir In Praise Of The Books That Saved Me
by Glory Edim • Ballantine Books (October 29, 2024) • 1 Months on List
#17
Months on List: 3
This book focuses on the importance of self-growth in striving for justice as a key element of Black politics, critiquing the tendency to rely on professional politicians and emphasizing the ability of ordinary people to inspire positive change.
We Are The Leaders We Have Been Looking For
by Eddie S. Glaude Jr. • Harvard University Press (April 16, 2024) • 3 Months on List
#18
Months on List: 6
In her enlightening sequel to her bestselling memoir, <em>The Light We Carry</em>, former First Lady Michelle Obama shares personal stories and strategies for navigating uncertainty, fostering genuine relationships, overcoming self-doubt, and finding strength in diversity, illuminating a path towards progress in today's volatile world.
The Light We Carry: Overcoming In Uncertain Times
by Michelle Obama • Crown (November 15, 2022) • 6 Months on List
#19
Months on List: 7
In <em>Black Liturgies,</em> Cole Arthur Riley offers a spiritual balm amid troubled times, crafting prayers, poems, and practices that weave together Black emotion, memory, and body into an empowering human expression of faith, providing healing from violence and a new vision for those seeking their place in a world of both beauty and terror.
Black Liturgies: Prayers, Poems, And Meditations For Staying Human
by Cole Arthur Riley • Convergent Books (January 16, 2024) • 7 Months on List
#20
Months on List: 3
In <em>Rest Is Resistance,</em> the founder of The Nap Ministry combines spiritual teachings, activism, and Afrofuturism to urge readers to defy capitalist pressures and reclaim power through rest, providing practical guidance for those seeking liberation from the exhausting demands of Grind Culture.
Rest Is Resistance: A Manifesto
by Tricia Hersey • Little, Brown Spark (October 11, 2022) • 3 Months on List
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Methodology: Books are categorized and filtered for Black Authors by the African American Literature Book Club. This list is a sneak peek into the Black Book Accelerator initiative.
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