Martin Luther King Jr.’s High-Stakes Gamble in Birmingham
Subject The significance of the Birmingham campaign in the civil rights movement Description “In “You Have to Be Prepared to Die Before You Can Begin to Live,” Paul Kix brings cinematic flair to the story of the civil rights leader’s risky 1963 campaign to integrate the city. In the spring of 1963, the civil rights… Continue reading Martin Luther King Jr.’s High-Stakes Gamble in Birmingham
Clint Smith’s Back-to-Back, Genre-Spanning Best Sellers
Subject Clint Smith; Books; Best Selling Authors Description In 2021, “How the Word Is Passed” was on the hardcover nonfiction list for five weeks. Now Smith is back — with a book of poetry on the fiction list. Best-selling poetry isn’t unheard-of — ask Ocean Vuong, Rupi Kaur and Amanda Gorman. However, in the three… Continue reading Clint Smith’s Back-to-Back, Genre-Spanning Best Sellers
The Little-Known History of the Black Men Who Became America’s First Paramedics
Subject Paramedics; Emergency Medical Services; Kevin Hazzard Description Paramedics are lifelines in U.S communities, responding to all kinds of medical emergencies. And yet, the history of the emergency medical services (EMS) is little-known. In American Sirens: The Incredible Story of the Black Men Who Became America’s First Paramedics, author Kevin Hazzard, a former paramedic, spotlights the Black men in Pittsburgh who… Continue reading The Little-Known History of the Black Men Who Became America’s First Paramedics
I was wrongfully accused of sexual assault and spent nearly 10 years in prison. Here’s how I proved my innocence and became a criminal defense lawyer.
Subject Jarrett Adams; Criminal Defense Lawyer; Chicago Description This is an as-told-to essay based on a conversation with Jarrett Adams, a criminal defense lawyer, cofounder of the nonprofit Life After Justice, and author of the memoir, ‘Redeeming Justice.’ The conversation has been edited for length and clarity. I don’t have a story of being on… Continue reading I was wrongfully accused of sexual assault and spent nearly 10 years in prison. Here’s how I proved my innocence and became a criminal defense lawyer.
When a Novel Reimagines a Nation
Subject Books; Patrice Nganang’s Cameroon; Africa Description The idea that novelists might partake in the project of nation-building by reimagining the past in order to create the possibility of a shared future dates back to at least Walter Scott. But some of the most artistically successful examples come from post-colonial Africa, where belief in the… Continue reading When a Novel Reimagines a Nation
Columbus author uses book to portray Black men in a positive light, break down stereotypes
Subject Stereotypes; Columbus; Author; Damon Mosley Description A local author is using the power of photography to build up Black men in the community and tear down negative labels. Damon Mosley said he’s using his portraits of Black men from Columbus, catching them mid-smile to paint them in a different light. “We’re portrayed as criminals,… Continue reading Columbus author uses book to portray Black men in a positive light, break down stereotypes
‘Black Oak’ is tribute to Black men in activism, music, film and more
Subject Harold Green III; Black Oak; Poetry Book Description In his new poetry book, Chicago author Harold Green III pays tribute to notable Black men through poetry and art. Creator By Brenda Ruiz, Meha Ahmad Source https://www.wbez.org/stories/black-oak-is-tribute-to-black-men/dcc6c08f-9edc-4804-a58a-f664a9835a66 Publisher wbez.org File Continue reading ‘Black Oak’ is tribute to Black men in activism, music, film and more
‘Black Oak’ is tribute to Black men in activism, music, film and more
Subject Black Oak; Activism; Poetry Description In his new poetry book, Chicago author Harold Green III pays tribute to notable Black men through poetry and art. Creator By Brenda Ruiz, Meha Ahmad Source https://www.wbez.org/stories/black-oak-is-tribute-to-black-men/dcc6c08f-9edc-4804-a58a-f664a9835a66 Publisher wbez.org File Continue reading ‘Black Oak’ is tribute to Black men in activism, music, film and more
Elijah Anderson on the burden of being Black in white spaces
Subject Elijah Anderson; Black In White Spaces; Author Description Since the end of the civil rights movement of the 1950s and 1960s, large numbers of Black people have made their way into settings previously occupied exclusively by whites. They have received mixed receptions. Creator By Mike Cummings Source https://news.yale.edu/2022/03/24/elijah-anderson-burden-being-black-white-spaces Publisher news.yale.edu File Continue reading Elijah Anderson on the burden of being Black in white spaces
LeVar Burton Encourages Kids To Read Banned Books: “That’s Where the Good Stuff Is”
Subject LeVar Burton; Banned Books; Reading Rainbow Description Literacy advocate, Star Trek star, and game show host LeVar Burton wants people, particularly children, to read banned books. The former Reading Rainbow host appeared during a segment about banned books on The Daily Show with Trevor Noah. In the piece, Burton attempts to read some seemingly innocuous books only to get cut… Continue reading LeVar Burton Encourages Kids To Read Banned Books: “That’s Where the Good Stuff Is”
Ashley Bryan, acclaimed children’s author, dead at 98
Subject African Folktales; Ashley Bryan; Children’s Books; Illustrator Description Ashley Bryan, a prolific and prize-winning children’s author and illustrator who told stories of Black life, culture and folklore in such acclaimed works as “Freedom Over Me,” “Beautiful Blackbird” and “Beat the Story-Drum, Pum-Pum,” has died at age 98. Creator By The Associated Press Source https://abcnews.go.com/Entertainment/wireStory/ashley-bryan-book-illustrator-storyteller-dies-98-82697793… Continue reading Ashley Bryan, acclaimed children’s author, dead at 98
Exoneration of Black Men Known As the Groveland Four ‘Hard To Put Into Words,’ Says Author
Subject Groveland Four; Thurgood Marshall; Wrongly convicted Description On Monday, the four men — Ernest Thomas, Samuel Shepherd, Charles Greenlee, and Walter Irvin — were exonerated by a Florida judge in the same courthouse. They were convicted more than a half-century earlier. The men had previously been pardoned in 2019. Creator Jason Vermes with files… Continue reading Exoneration of Black Men Known As the Groveland Four ‘Hard To Put Into Words,’ Says Author
Elon University Professor Hopes New Book Will Impact the Fight Against Black-Male Stereotypes
Subject Elon University; Stereotypes; Racial Justice; Book Description Elon University professor Dr. Cherrel Dyce counts herself among those trying to dispel negative perceptions educators might have about Black males and the difficulty inherent in teaching them. Creator Dean-Paul Stephens Source https://www.thetimesnews.com/story/news/2021/10/06/new-book-challenges-negative-stereotypes-against-black-men-elon-university-professor-dyce-racism/5927798001/ Publisher thetimesnews.com File Continue reading Elon University Professor Hopes New Book Will Impact the Fight Against Black-Male Stereotypes
Daddy, Let’s Play!
Subject Video Games; Father-Daughter Bonding Description Daddy, Let’s Play! is a tale of the special bond between a father and daughter. In this story, Milah has spent many nights playing video games with her father until one night; he doesn’t come home. Milah dives into her video game world to rescue her father and hopes… Continue reading Daddy, Let’s Play!
An Empowering Experience: Black Males Developing Competencies Abroad
Subject Studying Abroad And Its Impact Description Overcoming Challenges and Creating Opportunity for African American Male Students Creator Raul Leon Source https://www.igi-global.com/chapter/an-empowering-experience/216146 Publisher igi-global.com File Continue reading An Empowering Experience: Black Males Developing Competencies Abroad
Educating Black Males: Critical Lessons in Schooling, Community, and Power
Subject Lessons To Create A Better Education For Black Men Description A detailed study and discussion of Black male’s learning enviornments. Creator Ronnie Hopkins Source https://books.google.com.jm/books?hl=en&lr=&id=iyaA4dHRU2gC&oi=fnd&pg=PR9&dq=articles+on+Black+males&ots=iklAbgbY8a&sig=4bEk3okotgTwZVh6ZIL0hcHX7zE&redir_esc=y#v=onepage&q&f=false Publisher books.google.com File Continue reading Educating Black Males: Critical Lessons in Schooling, Community, and Power
Black Males Left Behind
Subject Educated Black Men Vs. Other Less-Educated Young People Description Growing crisis in Black America. It’s a critical first step toward helping less-educated young black men get on track so they can fulfill their promise. Creator Maurice V Russell Source https://books.google.com.jm/books?hl=en&lr=&id=2ihgnuL9GtYC&oi=fnd&pg=PR9&dq=articles+on+Black+males&ots=NpW1sDZapx&sig=7dq9zAnoG2I4j-Kz_Jjz_qKt5U4&redir_esc=y#v=onepage&q=articles%20on%20Black%20males&f=false Publisher books.google.com File Continue reading Black Males Left Behind
West Palm Beach Author Honored for Penning Book on Issues Facing Black Men in America
Subject Author, Awards, Black Life Description A West Palm Beach native was honored this month for his book that analyzes Black men’s problems in America. Elvin Dowling published his book “Still Invisible? Examining America’s Black Male Crisis” in January 2020. Creator Sabirah Rayford Source https://www.wptv.com/news/region-c-palm-beach-county/west-palm-beach/west-palm-beach-author-honored-for-penning-book-on-issues-facing-black-men-in-america Publisher wptv.com File Continue reading West Palm Beach Author Honored for Penning Book on Issues Facing Black Men in America
Barack Obama “I’m Not Yet Ready To Abandon the Possibility of America”
Subject Obama’s Presidential Memoir Description At the end of my presidency, Michelle and I boarded Air Force One for the last time and traveled west for a long-deferred break. Creator Barack Obama Source https://www.theatlantic.com/ideas/archive/2020/11/barack-obama-i-still-believe-america/617073/ Publisher theatlantic.com File Continue reading Barack Obama “I’m Not Yet Ready To Abandon the Possibility of America”
Malena Amusa Publishes ‘Healing Prayer to Black Men’
Subject George Floyd; Community; Books Description Healing The Hearts of Men and Boys; In a fury over the murder of George Floyd, writer and African cultural ambassador Malena Amusa published a book she says will powerfully nourish and heal the hearts of black men and boys. Creator stlamerican.com Source http://www.stlamerican.com/entertainment/living_it/malena-amusa-publishes-healing-prayer-to-black-men/article_c4e4cb4a-b7b5-11ea-90b3-87198c833847.html Publisher stlamerican.com File Continue reading Malena Amusa Publishes ‘Healing Prayer to Black Men’
His Book Is Among Amazon’s Best Selling on Race, and Now He’s Headed to Boston University To Launch an Antiracist Institute
Subject Amazon; Authors; Higher Education Description Moving On to Higher Heights: Scholar Ibram X. Kendi is quickly becoming a household name. Creator Leah Asmelash Source https://edition.cnn.com/2020/06/07/us/ibram-x-kendi-boston-university-trnd/index.html Publisher cnn.com File Continue reading His Book Is Among Amazon’s Best Selling on Race, and Now He’s Headed to Boston University To Launch an Antiracist Institute
‘Weirdo’ Author/Educator Tony Weaver on Why We Need Better Representation of Black Humanity
Subject Black Men Representation Description “There’s a need for young people, young black people and people of color to demonstrate their full humanity, and our media and society doesn’t give them room to do that,” says Tony Weaver, a storyteller, and entrepreneur who was recognized as a member of Forbes 30 Under 30 for Education in… Continue reading ‘Weirdo’ Author/Educator Tony Weaver on Why We Need Better Representation of Black Humanity
The Water Dancer by Ta-Nehisi Coates Review – Time Traveller on the Underground Railroad
Subject Book review; Ta-Nehisi Coates Description In the acclaimed journalist’s debut novel about enslaved Americans escaping to the north, Magical realism meets real-life enslaved Americans Creator Colin Grant Source https://www.theguardian.com/books/2020/feb/02/the-water-dancer-ta-nehisi-coates-review Publisher theguardian.com File Continue reading The Water Dancer by Ta-Nehisi Coates Review – Time Traveller on the Underground Railroad
Nikole Hannah-Jones Talks to Jason Reynolds and Ibram X. Kendi About Their Book, “Stamped: Racism, Antiracism, and You.”
Subject Arming The Youths With Knowledge; Books; Racism; Education Description Nikole Hannah-Jones, the founder of the 1619 Project, spoke to Jason Reynolds and Ibram X. Kendi about their collaboration on Stamped: Racism, Antiracism, and You. Creator Nikole Hannah-Jones Source https://www.slj.com/?detailStory=nikole-hannah-jones-talks-to-jason-reynolds-and-ibram-kendi-about-their-book-stamped-racism-antiracism-and-you-author-interview&fbclid=IwAR3dGMzL94mwgPzeU7lCyyBN8GWt2xZJ-VFToQDcB3gGF-bGxG6s8rPf36A Publisher slj.com File Continue reading Nikole Hannah-Jones Talks to Jason Reynolds and Ibram X. Kendi About Their Book, “Stamped: Racism, Antiracism, and You.”
Jerry Craft Breaks Barriers with Historic 2020 Newbery Win
Subject Newbery Award; Diversity in Books; Authors Description The first graphic novel to take home the award, New Kid, is Craft’s book for his 10-year-old self, who rarely saw books he could identify with. Creator Kara Yorio, SLJ Source https://www.slj.com/?detailStory=Jerry-Craft-Breaks-Barriers-with-Historic-2020-Newbery-Win-books-libraries Publisher slj.com File Continue reading Jerry Craft Breaks Barriers with Historic 2020 Newbery Win
The Stories in This Chicago Housing Project Could Fill a Book
Subject Chicago Housing Project, South Side Chicago Description A story late in the Chicago author Jasmon Drain’s debut, “Stateway’s Garden,” begins: “Our mothers take credit, but in Stateway we raised ourselves.” It’s a telling sentence, a kind of key to the whole enterprise. We are introduced from the first page to a cast of tenants… Continue reading The Stories in This Chicago Housing Project Could Fill a Book
Nipsey Hussle Inspired These Black Men To Start ‘The Marathon Book Club’
Subject Hip-Hop; Reading; Community Description The group meets monthly to discuss books that inspired the late rapper, such as “The Spook Who Sat by the Door.” Creator Danielle Ransom Source https://www.bet.com/music/2020/01/06/nipsey-hussle-marathon-clothing-book-club.html Publisher bet.com File Continue reading Nipsey Hussle Inspired These Black Men To Start ‘The Marathon Book Club’
Nipsey Hussle Was a Bookworm. Now Black Men Are Finding Inspiration in What He Read
Subject Inspiration; Nipsey Hussle; Book Club Description “How many times as black men have we heard something before and had to bite our tongues?” Creator Angel Jennings Source https://www.latimes.com/california/story/2020-01-05/nipsey-hussle-marathon-book-club Publisher latimes.com File Continue reading Nipsey Hussle Was a Bookworm. Now Black Men Are Finding Inspiration in What He Read
Harry Ruff’s Newly Released “The Misunderstood Black Man” Is a Brilliant Book That Addresses the Problems of Black Men and Their Condition in Society
Subject Books; Reading; Research Studies Description The Misunderstood Black Man”: a comprehensive read that covers statistical data, actual situations, flawed systems, and injustice that put black men on the opposite side of society for years. Creator PRNewswire Source https://www.benzinga.com/pressreleases/19/12/n15015461/harry-ruffs-newly-released-the-misunderstood-black-man-is-a-brilliant-book-that-addresses-the-prob Publisher benzinga.com File Continue reading Harry Ruff’s Newly Released “The Misunderstood Black Man” Is a Brilliant Book That Addresses the Problems of Black Men and Their Condition in Society
Black Author Discusses Trump With White Conservative Men
Subject Books; Authors; Politics Description Interview With Author Of ‘What It Is’; NPR’s David Greene speaks with Clifford Thompson about his book: What It Is: Race, Family, and One Thinking Black Man’s Blues. Creator Morning Edition Source https://www.npr.org/2019/11/20/781096287/black-author-discusses-trump-with-white-conservative-men Publisher npr.org File Continue reading Black Author Discusses Trump With White Conservative Men
A Debut Fantasy Novel Summons the Power of African Myths
Subject Books; Reading; Africa Description “Let’s say there was a land where the People once lived. A land of story, of dreams, of heroes and gods. …” Creator John Stephens Source https://www.nytimes.com/2019/10/23/books/tristan-strong-punches-a-hole-in-the-sky-kwame-mbalia.html Publisher nytimes.com File Continue reading A Debut Fantasy Novel Summons the Power of African Myths
Oprah’s New Book Club Pick With Apple Is Ta-Nehisi Coates’ the Water Dancer
Subject Oprah’s Book Club; Apple Deal; Ta-Nehisi Coates Description “I have not felt this way about a book since Beloved.” Creator McKenzie Jean-Philippe Source https://www.oprahdaily.com/entertainment/books/a29148445/oprah-new-book-club-pick-ta-nehisi-coates-the-water-dancer/ Publisher oprahdaily.com File Continue reading Oprah’s New Book Club Pick With Apple Is Ta-Nehisi Coates’ the Water Dancer
‘I Will Not Allow That to Be Your Life.’ A Mother’s Letter to Her Black Sons on Growing Up in America
Subject Books; Parenting Description In Breathe, Imani Perry, a professor of African American Studies at Princeton University, writes a letter to her sons Freeman and Issa about their challenges growing up as black men in America. Creator Imani Perry Source https://time.com/5678310/breathe-imani-perry/ Publisher time.com File Continue reading ‘I Will Not Allow That to Be Your Life.’ A Mother’s Letter to Her Black Sons on Growing Up in America
Tope Folarin Was ‘A Particular Kind Of Black Man’ — So He Wrote A Book About It
Subject Tope Folarin; Debut Novel; Book Review Description When Tope Folarin sat down to write what would become his debut novel, he began by modeling its protagonist, Tunde, after his own life. Soon Tunde took on a life of his own. Creator Michel Martin Source https://wamu.org/story/19/08/24/tope-folarin-was-a-particular-kind-of-black-man-so-he-wrote-a-book-about-it/ Publisher wamu.org File Continue reading Tope Folarin Was ‘A Particular Kind Of Black Man’ — So He Wrote A Book About It
Barber Gives Discounts for Kids Who Read While Getting Their Haircut
Subject Grooming; Reading; Youth Description A 28-year-old barber is combing kids’ hair and encouraging them to search through pages of a book while he does it. Creator Shannon McLellan Source https://www.goodmorningamerica.com/living/story/barber-discounts-kids-read-hair-cut-64709785 Publisher goodmorningamerica.com File Continue reading Barber Gives Discounts for Kids Who Read While Getting Their Haircut
Rooted in History, ‘The Nickel Boys’ Is a Great American Novel
Subject An Award Winning Novel; NPR Description It’s pretty rare for a writer to produce a novel that wins the Pulitzer Prize and the National Book Award and, then, a scant three years later, bring out another story that’s even more extraordinary. Creator Maureen Corrigan Source https://www.npr.org/2019/07/16/742129946/rooted-in-history-the-nickel-boys-is-a-great-american-novel Publisher npr.org File Continue reading Rooted in History, ‘The Nickel Boys’ Is a Great American Novel
Rooted In History, ‘The Nickel Boys’ Is A Great American Novel
Subject An Award Winning Novel; NPR Description It’s pretty rare for a writer to produce a novel that wins the Pulitzer Prize and the National Book Award and, then, a scant three years later, bring out another novel that’s even more extraordinary. Creator Maureen Corrigan Source https://www.npr.org/2019/07/16/742129946/rooted-in-history-the-nickel-boys-is-a-great-american-novel Publisher npr.org File Continue reading Rooted In History, ‘The Nickel Boys’ Is A Great American Novel
New Children’s Book, “Gabe & His Green Thumb,” is a Must-Read For Young Black Boys
Subject Books; Reading; Youth Description David Miller knows only eighteen percent of Black fourth-graders read proficiently. Creator David Miller Source https://www.blacknews.com/news/childrens-book-gabe-his-green-thumb-david-miller-must-read-young-black-boys/ Publisher blacknews.com File Continue reading New Children’s Book, “Gabe & His Green Thumb,” is a Must-Read For Young Black Boys
New Children’s Book Makes Black Boys “Proud”
Subject Narratives; Childrens’ Books; Black Boys Description Entrepreneur and author Veronica N. Chapman has published an inspirational and empowering children’s book titled King Khalid is PROUD, whose captivating text and illustrations encourage creativity, intellectual curiosity, and self-esteem. Creator J. Scott Source https://www.blacknews.com/news/king-khalid-is-proud-childrens-book-makes-black-boys-proud/ Publisher blacknews.com File Continue reading New Children’s Book Makes Black Boys “Proud”
Wayne State Professor’s New Book Looks at Education of Young Black Males
Subject Book Review; Young Black Men Description A new book takes an interesting look at educational outcomes for young black males. Creator wdet.org Source https://wdet.org/posts/2019/01/08/87698-wayne-state-professors-new-book-looks-at-education-of-young-black-males/ Publisher File Continue reading Wayne State Professor’s New Book Looks at Education of Young Black Males
Pathways to Manhood
Subject Books; Research; Identity Struggles Description Young Black Males Struggle for Identity Creator Janet Mancini Billson Source https://www.taylorfrancis.com/books/mono/10.4324/9781351308649/pathways-manhood-janet-mancini-billson Publisher taylorfrancis.com File Continue reading Pathways to Manhood
King of Kings: The Triumph and Tragedy of Emperor Haile Selassie I of Ethiopia by Asfa-Wossen Asserate – review
Subject Haile Selassie I; Ethiopia; Biography Description At last, a dignified biography of one of the 20th century’s most misunderstood figures Creator Ian Thomson Source https://www.theguardian.com/books/2015/dec/24/king-of-kings-haile-selassie-ethiopia-asfa-wossen-asserate-review Publisher theguardian.com File Continue reading King of Kings: The Triumph and Tragedy of Emperor Haile Selassie I of Ethiopia by Asfa-Wossen Asserate – review
Black Men in Higher Education: A Guide to Ensuring Student Success
Subject Black Men; Higher Education Description Black Men in Higher Education bridges theory to practice to better preparepractitioners in their efforts to increase the success of Black male students in colleges and universities. In this comprehensive but manageable text, leading researchers J. Luke Wood and Robert T. Palmer highlight the current status of Black men… Continue reading Black Men in Higher Education: A Guide to Ensuring Student Success
Black Men Built the Capitol
Discovering African American History in and Around Washington, D.C., First Edition Subject American History; U.S. Capitol; Architecture Description Historic sites along the Mall, such as the U.S. Capitol building, the White House, and the Lincoln Memorial, are explored from an entirely new perspective in this book, with never-before-told stories and statistics about the role of… Continue reading Black Men Built the Capitol
Finding My Feet – My Autobiography
Subject Books Description Jason Robinson began playing full-time rugby at the age of 16 with Wigan Warriors, the most successful club in Rugby League at the time. He made the transition to Rugby Union with Sale Sharks in 2000 and was fast-tracked to the England squad. His speed, unpredictability and charisma has ensured that he… Continue reading Finding My Feet – My Autobiography