Celebrating Black Authors

This Black History Month, we're shining a light on titles by inspirational and influential Black authors

  • A Raisin in the Sun

    A groundbreaking drama about race, identity, family, and the American Dream. Set in 1950s Chicago, this play follows the working-class Younger family, who clash over a $10,000 insurance check and their visions for the future.

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  • The Color Purple

    This book follows Celie, a young Black woman in the American South, as she overcomes abuse, oppression, and heartbreak. Through letters and sisterhood, she finds her voice, strength, and a sense of love and self-worth.

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  • Giovanni's Room

    When David meets Giovanni in a bohemian bar, they begin a passionate affair. But his girlfriend's return to Paris shatters it. As David battles societal expectations and his own fears, his choices lead to tragic consequences.

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  • The Breakfast Club Adventures

    Dive into an exciting and mysterious adventure full of fun-filled friendships, fantastical creatures and incredible investigations.

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  • Don't Touch My Hair!

    It seems that wherever Aria goes, someone wants to touch her hair... until, finally, Aria has had enough! This story addresses strangers touching black hair, and sparks an important conversation on personal boundaries for children.

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  • Happy Here

    Exploring themes of joy, home and family through a wide range of genres and styles, 10 authors have been paired with a different illustrator to spotlight Black British artistic talent.

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