Words have the power to inform the world, to honor the memory of those who have died, and most importantly, to destroy the silence. Reading novels and poems written by Black writers brings awareness about the experiences of Black people and educates us on the realities of discrimination and anti-Black racism. I have compiled a reading list of my favorite works that use the strength of language to write about social, racial, gender, and identity issues that depict experiences of being Black.
Read moreBook Reviews: Summer Reads Edition
While the summer is great because of the sun and, well, not having school, the season also provides ample time for picking up all those books gathering dust on your desk. Here, you will find some of our writers’ favorite reads that we hope you will love too.
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