#1
Months on List: 2
A girl from 1950s Galveston grows into a force of maternal strength and creative vision, navigating love, loss, and legacy while shaping a multigenerational story of resilience and transformation.
Matriarch: A Memoir
by Tina Knowles • One World (April 22, 2025) • 2 Months on List
#2
Months on List: 1
"Uncommon Favor" is a compelling journey through the life of Staley, from her humble origins on a North Philadelphia basketball court to national fame, tackling sexism, isolation, and personal growth to achieve extraordinary success.
Uncommon Favor: Basketball, North Philly, My Mother, And The Life Lessons I Learned From All Three
by Dawn Staley • Atria/black Privilege Publishing (May 20, 2025) • 1 Months on List
#3
Months on List: 1
In "Erased," Dr. Anna Malaika Tubbs endeavors to dismantle American patriarchy by unearthing obscured contributions of marginalized groups and exposing the gendered, racial inequities in US history, through a comprehensive blend of academia, personal insights, and tales of past and present advocates for equality.
Erased (hardcover): What American Patriarchy Has Hidden From Us
by Anna Malaika Tubbs • Flatiron Books (May 20, 2025) • 1 Months on List
#4
Months on List: 8
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) • 8 Months on List
#5
Months on List: 17
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) • 17 Months on List
#6
Months on List: 1
Mark Whitaker's 'The Afterlife of Malcolm X' is a comprehensive examination of Malcolm X's enduring impact on American politics, culture, and civil rights, tracing his influence from the Black Power Movement to the Black Lives Matter movement, and revealing his unexpected role in the lives and careers of figures as diverse as Barack Obama and Clarence Thomas.
Afterlife Of Malcolm X: An Outcast Turned Icon’s Enduring Impact On America
by Mark Whitaker • Simon & Schuster (May 13, 2025) • 1 Months on List
#7
Months on List: 13
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) • 13 Months on List
#8
Months on List: 7
An entertainer and new mother shares her journey of self-discovery, resilience, and reclaiming personal power through candid reflections on identity, boundaries, and navigating life’s unexpected turns.
Master Of Me: The Secret To Controlling Your Narrative
by Keke Palmer • Flatiron Books (November 19, 2024) • 7 Months on List
#9
Months on List: 12
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) • 12 Months on List
#10
Months on List: 5
This continent-spanning history reclaims Africa’s rich and complex past by centering African voices, civilizations, and narratives from humanity’s origins to the present day.
An African History Of Africa
by Zeinab Badawi • Mariner Books (January 14, 2025) • 5 Months on List
#11
Months on List: 5
<em>Self-Care for Black Men</em> is a comprehensive guide offering practical strategies and tools for Black men to navigate societal challenges, nurture their mental health, and cultivate joy, providing an essential roadmap towards wellness and self-discovery in a world beset by racism and trauma.
Self-care For Black Men: 100 Ways To Heal And Liberate
by Jor-el Caraballo • Adams Media (November 7, 2023) • 5 Months on List
#12
Months on List: 1
In "The Affirmative Action Myth," Jason L. Riley offers a controversial analysis on the effects of racial preferences, arguing that affirmative action has inadvertently stunted black progress and fosters mistrust, while documenting the historically overlooked black achievements made without the aid of polarizing policies.
Affirmative Action Myth: Why Blacks Don’t Need Racial Preferences To Succeed
by Jason L. Riley • Basic Books (May 6, 2025) • 1 Months on List
#13
Months on List: 10
<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) • 10 Months on List
#14
Months on List: 13
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) • 13 Months on List
#15
Months on List: 5
Blending personal reflection with cultural history, this exploration traces the emotional and symbolic power of the color blue as it weaves through the experiences, art, and identity of Black life.
Black In Blues: How A Color Tells The Story Of My People
by Imani Perry • Ecco Press (January 28, 2025) • 5 Months on List
#16
Months on List: 3
<em>Original Sins</em> uncovers the shocking role of the U.S. school system in perpetuating racial inequalities and argues for a transformative reassessment of its entrenched curriculum and practices.
Original Sins: The (mis)education Of Black And Native Children And The Construction Of American Racism
by Eve L. Ewing • One World (February 11, 2025) • 3 Months on List
#17
Months on List: 6
<em>Dear Black Girls</em> is an empowering collection by Olympic gold medalist and WNBA star A'ja Wilson, exploring her personal experiences and the challenges of growing up as a Black girl in America, igniting a spirited conversation about race, resilience, and the strength of women and girls.
Dear Black Girls: How To Be True To You
by A’ja Wilson • Flatiron Books: A Moment Of Lift Book (February 6, 2024) • 6 Months on List
#18
Months on List: 14
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) • 14 Months on List
#19
Months on List: 4
A Hollywood producer shares candid stories and actionable advice drawn from his journey in the film industry to help readers build unshakable confidence and pursue success on their own terms.
Who Better Than You?: The Art Of Healthy Arrogance & Dreaming Big
by Will Packer • Harmony (February 18, 2025) • 4 Months on List
#20
Months on List: 8
<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) • 8 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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