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Ayobami tells a story of modern Nigeria and two families caught in the riptides of wealth, power, romantic obsession, and political corruption.
#BlackLiterature #BlackFiction #BlackExcellence
February 13, 2026 at 3:02 PM
This Black History Month, read Black authors and amplify Black voices. 📚✨ Stories help us learn, reflect, and grow. Explore this reading list from bookshop.org/ and keep learning year-round:
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February 9, 2026 at 3:00 PM
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The poetry of Counter Cullen
"Incident"
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#HarlemRenaissance
Incident by Countee Cullen
YouTube video by Poetry Reading Live
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February 8, 2026 at 5:10 PM
Mahogany L. Browne's textured imagery creates an intricate portrait of Black womanhood in America.
#blackliterature #blacklove #blackexcellence
February 8, 2026 at 2:01 PM
A Black History Month episode of Tracey’s Keepin’ It Real highlights librarians, Black literature, and a community read-in centered on shared storytelling.

Listen now: buff.ly/8HmZb2D

#BlackHistoryMonth #BlackLiterature #CommunityCare
February 6, 2026 at 10:00 PM
Colson Whitehead, two-time Pulitzer Prize winner and bestselling author of Harlem Shuffle, continues his Harlem saga in a powerful and hugely-entertaining novel that summons 1970s New York in all its seedy glory.

#BlackLiterature #BlackExcellence
February 5, 2026 at 11:59 AM
🖤 Black history is living, ongoing & essential.
➡️ It deserves to be remembered, preserved, protected, taught & read.
📣 Loudly & without limits.

#BlackLiterature #BlackAuthors #BlackStoriesMatter #BlackVoicesInBooks #BlackHistory #LiteraryLegacy
February 1, 2026 at 3:13 PM
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Ralph Ellison
Two of my books from my black history library at home
January 31, 2026 at 11:15 PM
In 1969, at the height of America’s racial tension, Maya Angelou published I Know Why the Caged Bird Sings, a Black woman insisting her story mattered when many said it didn’t.

“There is no greater agony than bearing an untold story inside you.”

#BlackAuthors #BlackLiterature
#Booksky
January 21, 2026 at 7:40 PM
Finished reading: #Passing by #NellaLarsen

1.12.26 → 11.15.26

One of my absolute favorites from the #HarlemRennaisance

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#BlackLiterature
#booksky
January 15, 2026 at 4:37 PM
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#blackarts
#blackliterature
Toni Morrison
Another builder of America
A author that is inspiring I admire,she was and still is the fabric that made this country realize it's truths
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December 20, 2025 at 2:53 AM
Honored to give the Lindon Barrett Award in Black Studies talk.

📅 Dec 4, 3:00 PM
📍 HMNSS 1500, UCR

I’ll share work from “Here and Now,” on how everyday Black life makes utopia a lived practice of imagining + living otherwise —hope to see you there #BlackUtopias #Otherwise #BlackLiterature #fiction
December 4, 2025 at 4:26 PM
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My books have a new home 📚📚📚📚📚📚📚🤗
#booksky
#blackbooksky

#BlackHistory
#BlackLiterature

My own home library,best part of the house,some others,art, Stephen King,Dean Koontz,poetry,Maya Angelou,Toni Morrison, James Baldwin,I have a cornucopia of books
November 23, 2025 at 4:31 AM
Song of Solomon: A Novel (Vintage International) Reprint Edition, Kindle Edition

“It was becoming a habit—this concentration on things behind him”

Sale: $17 to $1.99

by Toni Morrison
Rating: 4.6/5 (5,724 Reviews)

#LiteraryFiction #BlackLiterature #ComingOfAge #ToniMorrison #Books #BookSky
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Song of Solomon: A Novel (Vintage International) - Kindle edition by Morrison, Toni. Download it once and read it on your Kindle device, PC, phones or tablets. Use features like bookmarks, note taking and highlighting while reading Song of Solomon: A Novel (Vintage International).
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November 10, 2025 at 9:16 AM
Zora Neale Hurston’s Their Eyes Were Watching God has been challenged and banned for its portrayal of Black womanhood, love, and independence.

#BannedBooks #ZoraNealeHurston #TheirEyesWereWatchingGod #BlackLiterature #BlackVoices #BlackExcellence #BlackPeople #BlackAuthors
October 31, 2025 at 10:41 PM
POV: Finally turned in an overdue chapter on Black feminism and neoslave narratives. Just me & my sources chillin 😅😅WHEW.
#feelingood #Blackliterature #scholarship
#blackademic
October 26, 2025 at 2:18 AM
News/Opinion: Black Author receives national recognition from the NYC Big Book Award® Competition, showcasing outstanding contributions in the field of bookselling and publishing.: The Breakthrough of Black Literature in the 2025 NYC Big… #OnePride #BreakthroughBlack #BlackLiterature #AwardInmoment
News/Opinion: Black Author receives national recognition from the NYC Big Book Award® Competition, showcasing outstanding contributions in the field of bookselling and publishing.
The Breakthrough of Black Literature in the 2025 NYC Big Book AwardIn a moment of cultural significance, the 2025 NYC Big Book Award has recognized Chinedu Achebes novel *When It All Falls Down* as the category winner for African American Fiction. This award, judges include experts from various sectors such as publishers, writers, and editors, highlights an innovative approach to tackling race and identity issues in literature.Understanding the ContextThe New York Book Critics Circles recognition underscores how literary works can profoundly address societal challenges, especially on a national scale. *When It All Falls Down* stands out for its portrayal of marginalized communities through nonstandard media, such as images and diagrams, which adds depth beyond dense prose.The Struggle of RepresentationDespite the novels unique approach, challenges persist. Nonwhite authors often face resistance due to sensitive topics. Achebe navigated these challenges by balancing personal stories with factual accuracy, using dialogue to humanize characters and convey complexity effectively.Ethical Considerations and Global ImpactWhile the award emphasizes accessibility, ethical scrutiny remains. The novels representation of marginalized voices is crucial, but ensuring it reflects reality without stigmatization is key. Achebes global approach broadens reach, appealing internationally despite potential criticisms.Cultural SignificanceThis recognition serves as a reminder that literature can bridge divides and offer hope. It celebrates diversity and emphasizes the importance of social justice in storytelling. By doing so, *When It All Falls Down* contributes to a more inclusive society, urging readers to seek understanding beyond societal barriers.In conclusion, Achebes novel is a testament to literary innovation, offering a powerful exploration of race and identity while transcending cultural divides. Its recognition by the NYC Big Book Award exemplifies how literature can inspire collective compassion and action, fostering a culture of hope and inclusion.------
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October 21, 2025 at 5:41 AM
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October 20, 2025 at 8:29 AM
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"... the 8th Annual Great Lakes African American Writers Conference was a day filled with opportunities to purchase books, network, practice your writing and hear from award-winning writers."

#cleveland #blackwriters #blackliterature #northeastohio

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GLAAWC celebrates 8th Annual Writers Conference; launches 1st stream for Columbus, Detroit – The Land
Brought together by GLAAWC (pronounced “glossy”), the 8th Annual Great Lakes African American Writers Conference was a day filled with opportunities to purchase books, network, practice your writing a...
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October 14, 2025 at 2:46 PM
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