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In Ashton Lattimore's debut novel, 'All We Were Promised' three very different Black women's lives' converge in 1830s Philadelphia as they plan their enslaved girlfriend's escape.

The annual West Virginia Book Festival will be held on Saturday, October 19 2024 at the Charleston Coliseum and Convention Center. A handful of bestselling national authors will give presentations and display their work as well as local and regional authors. In addition to listening to the authors, writing workshops, family activities, a literary marketplace and the annual Used Book Sale are free and open to the public.

February is usually the time of year to shine a spotlight on Black authors, but one St. John's librarian is offering a few recommendations that you should read all year round.

Best historical fiction books: Travel back in time and around the globe with these 12 riveting novels that are guaranteed to stay with you!

See our list of some top fiction from popular African American authors, including Jesmyn Ward, Brit Bennett and Colson Whitehead.​

Author Sadeqa Johnson An in-person event and book signing with author Sadeqa Johnson (in conversation with Kristin Harmel), as we celebrate her latest book in paperback, "The House of Eve".

Best new books by Black authors to read during Black History Month: 'The Heaven & Earth Grocery Store,' 'Maame,' 'Family Meal,' etc.

BPL celebrates Black History Month with a new booklist, special events, and highlighted Special Collections items.

Best audiobooks to keep you company! From historical fiction to romance to celebrity memoirs — this list has something for everyone!

Try this short literary geography quiz that tests your knowledge of books with college connections.