African American Library

This inspiring book gives girls permission to let their lights shine. They want all girls to know that there are no limits on what they can achieve. One by one, common misconceptions are flipped and replaced by empowering statements such as your hair is like a magnificent crown or you are like the moon among stars, or you shine the brightest. They suggest that if people doubt you or try to discourage your ambitions, you should disregard them and pursue your dreams to the fullest.

It’s the early 1960s, and Anna has never seen a person with dark skin before. At first, she is afraid of her new second-grade teacher. But Anna quickly finds there’s no reason to be scared. Sister Anne is wonderful. She likes jokes, and she makes math and reading fun. But then someone sails a paper airplane to her, with a cruel message written on its wings. Sister Anne’s wise way of turning a painful incident into a powerful learning experience has a profound impact on Anna and her classmates.

Uncover the transformative power of a haunting weekend and the unexpected depths of love. Keith Norwood, a charismatic African American gay bear, arrives at Camp You-Mee's Bears Haunted Halloween Boo-Nanza Extravaganza, seeking thrills, cheesy holiday fun, and perhaps a casual encounter. Known for his penchant for one-night stands, Keith sets his sights on the camp's alluring assistant manager, who boasts an irresistible rear. However, fate takes an unexpected turn as Keith loses his way amidst the labyrinthine woods. It is in this bewildering moment that he encounters Ronnie Gans—a big-...