#1
Months on List: 7
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) • 7 Months on List
#2
Months on List: 2
In this debut picture book by award-winning actress and mental health advocate Taraji P. Henson, children learn to tackle their anxieties about fitting in and celebrate the joy of friendship through authenticity.
You Can Be A Good Friend (no Matter What!): A Lil Tj Book
by Taraji P. Henson • Zonderkidz (June 18, 2024) • 2 Months on List
#3
Months on List: 5
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) • 5 Months on List
#4
Months on List: 5
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) • 5 Months on List
#5
Months on List: 1
<em>Who Am I Without Him?</em> is a poignant collection of stories and poems by Sharon G. Flake that delves into the minds of diverse African American adolescent males, grappling with issues like teenage marriage, dark family secrets, player lifestyle, HIV infection, and neighborhood love, challenging readers to think, feel and yearn for more.
You Don’t Even Know Me: Stories And Poems About Boys
by Sharon G. Flake • Little Brown Books For Young Readers (July 26, 2011) • 1 Months on List
#6
Months on List: 6
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) • 6 Months on List
#7
Months on List: 2
In the midst of racial indignities and rural Southern racism during the Depression, a black family finds strength, pride, and resilience through their fierce bond to each other and their cherished land.
Roll Of Thunder, Hear My Cry
by Mildred D. Taylor • Puffin Books (November 27, 2001) • 2 Months on List
#8
Months on List: 7
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) • 7 Months on List
#9
Months on List: 2
This is a reassuring tale of a little boy's first day in kindergarten, filled with anticipation and infectious enthusiasm, as he sees himself as a king, ready to conquer the new experiences and challenges that await him.
The King Of Kindergarten
by Derrick Barnes • Nancy Paulsen Books (July 2, 2019) • 2 Months on List
#10
Months on List: 6
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) • 6 Months on List
#11
Months on List: 3
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) • 3 Months on List
#12
Months on List: 4
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) • 4 Months on List
#13
Months on List: 2
A bullied girl finds strength in her unique identity through the lessons of her new teacher who unabashedly embraces her own skin condition.
The Skin I’m In
by Sharon G. Flake • Little Brown Books For Young Readers (October 16, 2018) • 2 Months on List
#14
Months on List: 1
In this uplifting sequel to The King of Kindergarten, spunky MJ embarks on her first day of school, armed with confidence, her mom's special tiara, and a bundle of skills that will help her thrive in Kindergarten.
The Queen Of Kindergarten
by Derrick Barnes • Nancy Paulsen Books (May 24, 2022) • 1 Months on List
#15
Months on List: 2
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) • 2 Months on List
#16
Months on List: 2
When a middle schooler is cursed by her fairy godmother to only tell the truth, she must navigate the challenges of school, friendship, and parental expectations while learning the importance and freedom of honesty.
Honest June
by Tina Wells • Random House Books For Young Readers (December 28, 2021) • 2 Months on List
#17
Months on List: 1
In the continuation of the Logan Family Saga, 'Lois and Wilma's pride-filled journey from Ohio to Mississippi in their father's new gold Cadillac turns into a chilling introduction to racial prejudice as their family confronts growing suspicion and hostility in the deep South.
The Gold Cadillac
by Mildred D. Taylor • Puffin Books (February 1, 1998) • 1 Months on List
#18
Months on List: 1
<em>Rebound</em> is a compelling prequel by bestselling author Kwame Alexander, tracing the formative events leading to his Newbery Award-winning verse novel, <em>The Crossover.</em>
Rebound
by Kwame Alexander • Clarion Books (May 4, 2021) • 1 Months on List
#19
Months on List: 1
In her middle-grade debut, bestselling author Angie Thomas pens a thrilling contemporary fantasy adventure about a young girl named Nic Blake, who, amid revelations and frightening events, is thrust into a quest to find a mystical tool to save her father from unjust imprisonment, while navigating a world that mistrusts her magical potential.
Nic Blake And The Remarkables: The Manifestor Prophecy
by Angie Thomas • Balzer & Bray/harperteen (April 2, 2024) • 1 Months on List
#20
Months on List: 1
A determined girl from a poor neighborhood navigates societal expectations, a mentorship program, and her outsider status at a private school, striving to express herself and make a difference without losing her authenticity.
Piecing Me Together
by Renée Watson • Bloomsbury Ya (June 5, 2018) • 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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