Browsing: Black History Month

After dealing with a two-faced ex, Emery decides to protect her heart when it comes to relationships. But Jackson wants more than their no-strings-attached arrangement — and he’s determined to get his dream girl to take a chance on love again…

A #1 New York Times bestseller from the author of The Hate U Give: Sixteen-year-old Bri faces violence, prejudice, and a media firestorm as she chases her dream of rap stardom. “A compelling coming-of-age story for all teens” (School Library Journal), with over 30,000 five-star Goodreads ratings.

When her girlfriend dumps her after learning she’s asexual, Alice decides she’s done with dating. But then, she meets swoon-worthy Takumi — and must decide if she’s willing to risk their friendship for love. “Genuine and fun… A light, enjoyable asexual romance with outstanding representation” (School Library Journal).

“Captivating… A dynamic and honest coming-of-age novel with universal appeal” (Kirkus Reviews): After a devastating tragedy, 16-year-old Tiffany goes to live with the biological father she’s never known. As she struggles to adjust, an explosive secret threatens to upend her world again. “A tearjerker” (School Library Journal).

From “a magical writer” (Margaret Atwood): As colonialism sweeps across Africa, three generations of men find their lives dismantled in this classic trilogy that includes Things Fall Apart. “African literature is incomplete and unthinkable without the works of Chinua Achebe… He is unsurpassed” (Toni Morrison).

“There’s more imagination on a page of Nnedi Okorafor’s work than in whole volumes of ordinary fantasy epics” (Ursula K. Le Guin): Sunny has always felt like an outcast — until she discovers her magical ability and learns to fight dark forces. With over 8,000 five-star ratings on Goodreads!

A beloved author envisions a startling future: Lilith wakes from a centuries-long sleep to find herself on an alien ship. Her hosts, the Oankali, plan to merge with humanity to create a home on a strange new Earth… With over 12,100 five-star Goodreads ratings.

A #1 New York Times bestseller and Oprah’s Book Club pick with over 2,900 five-star ratings on Goodreads! This stunning personal narrative recounts the life of an iconic American actor. “Much more than another celebrity memoir… Highly recommended” (Library Journal).