2 Books Published by Longstreet Press on AALBC — Book Cover Collage

The first African-American woman to head Spelman College in Atlanta, Georgia, presents a collection of inspirational aphorisms that encourages readers to pursue their dreams and follow their hopes and beliefs. An advocate for people of color everywhere, Dr. Cole shares lessons she has learned along the way and offers advice everyone can use.

The fatherless black family is one of America’s most damning stereotypes. Part memoir, part social study, Becoming Dad is filled with the moving stories of black men who are struggling valiantly to become the fathers they never had.