How We Fight for Our Livesby Saeed JonesĪcclaimed poet Saeed Jones brings his unique voice to this memoir. Fans will enjoy tales from her time on American Idol and her starring role in Dreamgirls. Superstar Jennifer Hudson shares her story, including how she lost 80 pounds by changing her lifestyle. Furthermore, he shares a path to success that he contends anyone else can follow. In this aptly titled autobiography, Goggins shares how he went from overweight, abused, and poor to being an elite athlete and military icon. Can’t Hurt Me: Master Your Mind and Defy the Odds by David Goggins In their hilarious style, they share life lessons they learned growing up in the Bronx. In this upcoming release, late night television hosts Desus & Mero talk about how they turned their friendship into an empire. Including surviving a stabbing, marrying a white man, and adopting Ethiopian children, these essays illustrate the complexities of what it means to be Black. In this collection of autobiographical essays, Bernard shares her unique experience of embodying Blackness. With Belafonte’s long history as an activist, his story is the story of a movement. However, this story is far more than the story of one man. Readers get to follow this musical icon from poverty to commercial success. In this memoir, music legend Harry Belafonte opens up about his childhood in Jamaica and Haiti. 15 Less Familiar Books Written and Read By Black Authors My Song by Harry Belafonte and Michael Shnayerson
It provides a powerful glimpse into the experiences that shaped one of today’s most prolific writers. This book in verse tells the story of Woodson’s childhood in South Carolina and New York. Brown Girl Dreaming by Jacqueline Woodson Jordan, Just Mercy is a true story about America’s flawed and racist justice system. I read this on an airplane a few years ago and sobbed next to a stranger on an airplane. As a result, she contends that the word yes can change our lives. Rimes shares her successful experiment-one year of saying yes to unexpected invitations. You’ll be inspired by this rich conversation on creativity. Musical genius Questlove presents a collection of stories, music, philosophy, and more.
This memoir follows the former first lady from childhood through her time in the White House. Yes, three of the audiobooks written and read by Black authors on this list come from the Obamas. This touching story of the complexities of American identity will resonate with many readers. This memoir of loss and learning follows the story of the two people who created our 44th president. Dreams from My Father: A Story of Race and Inheritance by Barack Obama This audiobook will transport readers to a more hopeful time. The young Senator Obama paints a vision of political change. Through his award-winning narration, he embodies the characters who shaped his young life. Noah’s charisma is showcased in his performance of this engaging tale of his childhood. Born a Crime: Stories from a South African Childhood by Trevor Noah Although she escaped bondage, she isn’t truly free. This haunting classic from Toni Morrison follows Sethe, a former slave who carries the ghost of her dead baby. Importantly, Kendall pushes for an intersectional approach that moves beyond white middle class ideals. In this collection of essays, Kendall challenges the modern feminist movement through thoughtful critique. Hood Feminism: Notes from the Women that a Movement Forgotby Mikki Kendall Her collection of autobiographical essays is touching, while her performance is hilarious. Undoubtedly, standup comedian Tiffany Haddish is a gem amongst the celebrity readers. Many audiobooks written and read by Black authors come from celebrities. She inspires us to grow in a world that wants to keep us small. Gay’s memoir takes an honest and vulnerable look at body image, hunger, and self-image.
Hunger: A Memoir of (My) Body by Roxane Gay Coates writes to his son about his own experiences and what race means in America.
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This book is so critically acclaimed that I don’t even know how to do it justice in a short summary. Between the World and Me by Ta-Nehisi Coates
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