On the hunt for recent reads by authors of color? These engaging and powerful books by Black authors will stay with you long after you’ve finished them.
Books provide an entry point into the minds of others. Like an invitation to a well-thought-out event, the best books leave an indelible imprint. While some books teach and others entertain, the written word has a way of moving people while providing a greater understanding of a person, place or thing. That is certainly true of books by Black authors, which can highlight certain experiences and issues that often aren’t given the attention they deserve.
The books on this list include novels, memoirs, biographies and more, all written by Black authors in the past several years. While they deal with a wide range of issues—some are feminist stories, some are books about race relations in America and others are pure entertainment—they all offer important and thought-provoking perspectives. They’re also page-turners, and many of them have racked up numerous awards and earned a place in the hearts of millions of readers. And you’re about to see why.
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