#1
Months on List: 6
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) • 6 Months on List
#2
Months on List: 2
In a war-torn supernatural world, young investigator Amari must outsmart her enemies, harness the power of dangerous magical Wonders, and make unimaginable sacrifices to restore peace and protect the realm of magic.
Amari And The Despicable Wonders
by B. B. Alston • Balzer & Bray/harperteen (August 27, 2024) • 2 Months on List
#3
Months on List: 8
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) • 8 Months on List
#4
Months on List: 3
Seventh grader Jordan Banks loves nothing more than drawing cartoons about his life. But instead of sending him to the art school of his dreams, his parents enroll him in a prestigious private school known for its academics.
New Kid (paperback)
by Jerry Craft • Quill Tree Books (February 5, 2019) • 3 Months on List
#5
Months on List: 7
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) • 7 Months on List
#6
Months on List: 8
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) • 8 Months on List
#7
Months on List: 8
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) • 8 Months on List
#8
Months on List: 4
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) • 4 Months on List
#9
Months on List: 5
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) • 5 Months on List
#10
Months on List: 9
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) • 9 Months on List
#11
Months on List: 2
Two small-town brothers embark on a risky adventure with their enigmatic new neighbor, exchanging small items for bigger ones in pursuit of their wildest dream, until secrets surface that threaten to shatter their bonds and ruin everything.
The Season Of Styx Malone (paperback)
by Kekla Magoon • Random House Children's Books (December 3, 2019) • 2 Months on List
#12
Months on List: 1
When his best friend and basketball prodigy is killed by a police officer, Tony strives to honor the legacy by joining their AAU team not as a player, but as an unlikely statistician, as he navigates personal healing and champions for a team that desperately needs victory.
Clutch Time: A Shot Clock Novel
by Caron Butler And Justin A. Reynolds • Harpercollins (September 10, 2024) • 1 Months on List
#13
Months on List: 9
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) • 9 Months on List
#14
Months on List: 8
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) • 8 Months on List
#15
Months on List: 8
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) • 8 Months on List
#16
Months on List: 3
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) • 3 Months on List
#17
Months on List: 7
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) • 7 Months on List
#18
Months on List: 2
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) • 2 Months on List
#19
Months on List: 7
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) • 7 Months on List
#20
Months on List: 2
This sequel provides a humorous and visually appealing look into the life of a girl on the verge of becoming a teenager.
Dork Diaries 2: Tales From A Not-so-popular Party Girl
by Rachel Renée Russell • Aladdin Paperbacks (June 8, 2010) • 2 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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