Independent Websites Dedicated to Authors of African Descent
These Black-owned, online booksellers operate websites whose primary focus is on books written by people of African descent. Most also operate brick and mortar stores. The sites are listed alphabetically. View a printable list of these book sites.
Sites must have their own domain name and handle customer transactions directly to be included on this list.
“Asè [Ah-shay] is a Yoruba word that means “it is done.” This word is typically said after meditating. Personally, it connotes resistance. The energy that surrounds this word after I meditate is the energy I want this store to offer.
Think of this space as a sanctuary for those learning, growing, and evolving through literature created by Black, Indigenous, People of Color. All BIPOC Stories. All Truths. All Love.” -Jen
Read why this database of independent book websites is important.
