#1
Months on List: 5
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) • 5 Months on List
#2
Months on List: 3
Born with cerebral palsy, Melody, 10, has never spoken a word. She is a brilliant fifth grader trapped in an uncontrollable body.
Out Of My Mind
by Sharon M. Draper • Atheneum (May 1, 2012) • 3 Months on List
#3
Months on List: 5
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) • 5 Months on List
#4
Months on List: 1
This is a motivational children's picture book written in rhyming verse, emphasizing the message that readers can accomplish their goals with self-belief, perfect as a gift for various occasions.
I Am More Than
by Lebron James • Harper (April 2, 2024) • 1 Months on List
#5
Months on List: 1
In this heartwarming picture book by Today show's co-anchor Craig Melvin, the enduring love and support of a father is celebrated through the memorable milestones of a son's life, brought to life with vibrant illustrations by Sawyer Cloud.
I’m Proud Of You
by Craig Melvin • Quill Tree Books (May 7, 2024) • 1 Months on List
#6
Months on List: 5
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) • 5 Months on List
#7
Months on List: 5
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) • 5 Months on List
#8
Months on List: 3
In the aftermath of his unjust death, 12-year-old ghost Jerome, guided by the spirit of Emmett Till, navigates the complexities of racism, history, and loss, while sparking change in the living world through an unlikely connection with the daughter of the police officer who killed him.
Ghost Boys
by Jewell Parker Rhodes • Little Brown Books For Young Readers (September 10, 2019) • 3 Months on List
#9
Months on List: 5
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) • 5 Months on List
#10
Months on List: 5
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) • 5 Months on List
#11
Months on List: 4
When Amari Peters discovers a nomination for a supernatural tryout in her missing brother's belongings, she embarks on a challenging journey in a world of magic and aliens, battling evil forces and prejudice to find him.
Amari And The Night Brothers
by B. B. Alston • Balzer & Bray/harperteen (January 4, 2022) • 4 Months on List
#12
Months on List: 1
An adventurous 11-year-old stumbles upon her grandpa's secret map leading to a time-traveling library, embarking on thrilling adventures while unraveling her family's mysteries and grappling with a destiny preordained by her demanding single mother.
The Secret Library
by Kekla Magoon • Candlewick (May 7, 2024) • 1 Months on List
#13
Months on List: 2
A neglected boy finds a hidden portal in his local barbershop that leads him to a magical world where he is hailed as the anticipated hero, starting an adventurous journey filled with powerful gods and perilous creatures.
Future Hero
by Remi Blackwood • Scholastic Press (August 2, 2022) • 2 Months on List
#14
Months on List: 1
This is a vivid story of a family's road trip during the civil rights era, encapsulating struggles, laughter, and togetherness in the face of America's dark history.
The Watsons Go To Birmingham--1963
by Christopher Paul Curtis • Laurel Leaf Library (December 12, 2000) • 1 Months on List
#15
Months on List: 5
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) • 5 Months on List
#16
Months on List: 1
In the thirteenth installment of the bestselling Dork Diaries series, Nikki Maxwell grapples with budget restrictions from her mom as she tries to plan an epic birthday party, while unexpected help and twists ensure a birthday she will never forget.
Dork Diaries 13: Tales From A Not-so-happy Birthday
by Rachel Renée Russell • Aladdin Paperbacks (October 16, 2018) • 1 Months on List
#17
Months on List: 1
In this uplifting picture book, a young, dynamic Black protagonist embraces his unique attributes and resilience, despite misunderstandings and adversity, asserting his potential as a future leader and reminding readers of the everyday superheroes amongst us.
I Am Every Good Thing
by Derrick Barnes • Nancy Paulsen Books (September 1, 2020) • 1 Months on List
#18
Months on List: 1
When a grieving seventh-grader accidentally opens a portal to a mystical world, he must ally with Black American folk heroes and trickster gods to seal the sky and navigate his personal loss in this vibrant graphic novel adaptation of a bestselling novel, steeped in African American folklore and mythology.
Rick Riordan Presents Tristan Strong Punches A Hole In The Sky, The Graphic Novel
by Kwame Mbalia • Rick Riordan Presents (August 9, 2022) • 1 Months on List
#19
Months on List: 2
When Nikki Maxwell lands her dream summer tour as an opening act for a world-famous band, her excitement turns into a nightmare as she has to share her journey and even her room with her crafty frenemy, MacKenzie Hollister, turning her dream tour from awesome to awful.
Dork Diaries 14: Tales From A Not-so-best Friend Forever
by Rachel Renée Russell • Aladdin Paperbacks (October 22, 2019) • 2 Months on List
#20
Months on List: 1
In <em>The Door of No Return,</em> young Kofi's tranquil village life is shattered by a tragic event, leading him on a formidable odyssey across dangerous lands and treacherous seas, facing beasts and heartbreaking losses on a quest to return to his family.
The Door Of No Return
by Kwame Alexander • Little Brown Books For Young Readers (May 7, 2024) • 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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