#1
Months on List: 2
Nikki Maxwell deals with the trials and triumphs of middle school in this fifteenth installment of the Dork Diaries series!
Dork Diaries 15: Tales From A Not-so-posh Paris Adventure
by Rachel Renée Russell • Aladdin Paperbacks (September 26, 2023) • 2 Months on List
#2
Months on List: 2
A young girl, once lauded for her maturity, battles societal pressure and criticism regarding her size, ultimately learning to embrace her uniqueness and discover true self-love.
Big
by Vashti Harrison • Little Brown Books For Young Readers (May 2, 2023) • 2 Months on List
#3
Months on List: 2
In the inspiring picture book, <em>Something, Someday,</em> by acclaimed presidential inaugural poet Amanda Gorman and award-winning illustrator Christian Robinson, readers are shown how even the smallest actions can create meaningful change in a world that often feels broken.
Something, Someday
by Amanda Gorman • Viking Books For Young Readers (September 26, 2023) • 2 Months on List
#4
Months on List: 2
In the heartwarming picture book <em>Hair Love,</em> a black father must overcome the challenge of styling his daughter's unruly hair for a special occasion, fostering a bond of love and self-acceptance between them, penned by Academy-Award winning director Matthew A. Cherry and bestselling illustrator Vashti Harrison.
Hair Love
by Matthew A. Cherry • Kokila (May 14, 2019) • 2 Months on List
#5
Months on List: 2
This is an alphabet board book that takes young readers on a journey through the beauty and diversity of Black hair, from Afros to Waves, while teaching them their ABCs.
Hair Love Abcs
by Matthew A. Cherry • Kokila (August 29, 2023) • 2 Months on List
#6
Months on List: 2
This picture book spreads a message of inclusivity and empowerment, inspired by a child who instigated change in the crayon industry and promoted recognition of diverse skin tones.
More Than Peach (an Original Picture Book)
by Bellen Woodard • Scholastic Inc. (July 26, 2022) • 2 Months on List
#7
Months on List: 2
On her first Valentine's Day, Brown Sugar Baby bakes sweet treats with her family, in a multigenerational, lyrical celebration of unconditional love, beautifully illustrated and packed with language development tools, making it a perfect addition to your collection of Brown Sugar Baby books.
Brown Sugar Baby Sweetest Love
by Kevin Lewis • Cottage Door Press (November 14, 2023) • 2 Months on List
#8
Months on List: 2
A picture book that reminds us that tomorrow's success starts with the promises we make to ourselves and our community today.
I Promise
by Lebron James • Harpercollins (August 11, 2020) • 2 Months on List
#9
Months on List: 2
This children's book, inspired by the life of the first African American woman to travel in space, encourages young girls to aspire towards their dreams, emphasizing the power of curiosity, intelligence, determination, and the importance of parental support in achieving success.
Mae Among The Stars
by Roda Ahmed • Harpercollins (January 9, 2018) • 2 Months on List
#10
Months on List: 2
In this inspiring picture book, a young girl embarks on a musical journey, teaching a diverse cast of characters about their power to effect change in the world, their communities, and themselves, brought to life through lyrical prose by Amanda Gorman and vibrant illustrations by Loren Long.
Change Sings: A Children’s Anthem
by Amanda Gorman • Viking Books For Young Readers (September 21, 2021) • 2 Months on List
#11
Months on List: 2
In this humorous and heartwarming diary-style narrative, eighth-grader Nikki Maxwell navigates the challenges of a new school, balancing friendships, crushes, family antics, and a riveting rivalry in a school-wide art competition.
Dork Diaries 1: Tales From A Not-so-fabulous Life
by Rachel Renée Russell • Aladdin Paperbacks (June 2, 2009) • 2 Months on List
#12
Months on List: 2
In the midst of the Depression-era Mississippi, young Cassie Logan navigates racism and social injustice as she learns the significance of land ownership to her family's pride and independence, while discovering her own inner strength and self-respect.
Roll Of Thunder, Hear My Cry
by Mildred D. Taylor • Puffin Books (April 12, 2004) • 2 Months on List
#13
Months on List: 2
Three sisters journey from Brooklyn to Oakland to reconnect with their estranged poet mother, only to find themselves enrolled in a Black Panther summer camp.
One Crazy Summer
by Rita Williams-garcia • Quill Tree Books (December 27, 2011) • 2 Months on List
#14
Months on List: 1
In this heartwarming middle-grade series opener, young Ryan Hart navigates school, self-image, and family adjustments with unyielding spirit and sunshine, demonstrating her unique ability to find light in challenging circumstances and embody kindness amidst change.
Ways To Make Sunshine
by Renée Watson • Bloomsbury Publishing Plc (April 27, 2021) • 1 Months on List
#15
Months on List: 2
On their 25th anniversary road trip to Birmingham, Alabama, during a pivotal time in the civil rights movement, the Watson family unknowingly head towards one of America's darkest moments, learning the power of laughter and family amidst adversity.
The Watsons Go To Birmingham—1963
by Christopher Paul Curtis • Yearling B (September 8, 1997) • 2 Months on List
#16
Months on List: 1
In this deeply inspiring, award-winning middle-grade novel, two enslaved children embark on a daring escape from a plantation, finding freedom and friendship in a secret swamp society, but must bravely confront a looming threat that endangers their newfound haven and the mother they left behind.
Freewater (newbery & Coretta Scott King Award Winner)
by Amina Luqman-dawson • Jimmy Patterson (August 15, 2023) • 1 Months on List
#17
Months on List: 1
A rhythmic and tender board book celebrating a mother’s love and devotion, featuring a warm and whimsical portrayal of an African American family.
Brown Sugar Baby
by Kevin Lewis • Cottage Door Press (March 15, 2022) • 1 Months on List
#18
Months on List: 1
In an extraordinary journey to freedom, a slave risks everything by mailing himself in a wooden crate, creating a path from bondage to liberty.
Henry’s Freedom Box: A True Story From The Underground Railroad
by Ellen Levine • Scholastic Press (January 1, 2007) • 1 Months on List
#19
Months on List: 1
In this inspiring sequel to their New York Times bestselling book, authors Jacqueline Woodson and Rafael López explore the power of imagination and resilience, as two siblings utilize the wisdom of their grandmother to overcome boredom and quarrels, ultimately gaining a greater understanding of their ancestral strength.
The Year We Learned To Fly
by Jacqueline Woodson • Nancy Paulsen Books (January 4, 2022) • 1 Months on List
#20
Months on List: 1
In this charming, award-winning middle-grade series, spirited Ryan Hart navigates family dynamics, friendships, and school challenges, always finding a way to maintain her sunny disposition and share her joy with others.
Ways To Share Joy
by Renée Watson • Bloomsbury Publishing Plc (September 26, 2023) • 1 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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