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Warning: This list may cause late nights, missed responsibilities, and emotional damage. These are the books I couldn’t put down (even when I definitely should’ve been sleeping).
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“Welcome to my ‘I’ll just read one chapter’ support group… where we all lie to ourselves 📚😂. This list is packed with books so good you’ll cancel plans, ignore texts, and accidentally stay up until 3AM. You’ve been warned.”
 
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Provides insight into the devine female enregy as well as providing context to negative black female stereotypes.
Protecting My Peace: Inner Beauty & Power
 
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Memoir about a dysfunctional family and a cruel sinister father.
The Pale-Faced Lie: A True Story: Crow, David
 
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Need help finding who you are???? This is the book for you
I AM The Prize: Dream Chaser's Guide
 
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I love Omar Tyree. This one kinda missed the mark. But it's still a decent book
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This is a tale of abuse, manipulation, and complete and utter disregard for human suffering
If You Tell: True Story of Murder & Family
 
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This story dives deep into colorism and how it can impact how you view yourself and how others view you.
The Blacker the Berry (Penguin Classics)
 
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Oh Faith had a lot to say and you will enjoy it!
KEEP THE FAITH: A MEMOIR - Books
 
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Starts off a little slow but ended up being a fascinating look back in time.
The Souls of Black Folk by W.E.B. Du Bois
 
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A dark tale of two sisters. Funny and entertaining. Certainly a few twist and turns
My Sister, the Serial Killer: A Novel - Books
 
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Many know the name but do you know who she is??? Great read.
Angela Davis: An Autobiography

Self-help

“Sorry in advance… this self-help list might actually get your life together 😩📚. Side effects may include motivation, personal growth, and suddenly realizing you deserve better. Proceed with caution… or don’t and stay comfy—I won’t judge 😂.”
 
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I believe this is something we can all use, especially those in management/supervisory positions.
How to Win Friends and Influence People
 
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I'll admit it. I'm a serial overthinker. Honestly, it took me 8 months to get this page straight because of it. I loved this book
The Magic of Mindful Self-Awareness
 
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Must read! But don't just read it, apply it!
The Art of Letting Go: Stop Overthinking
 
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What are we doing here. Improving our lives or what
The 48 Laws of Power: Greene, Robert
 
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This book is recommended by everyone. It's put together well
Atomic Habits: Easy Way to Build & Break Habits
 
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Wealth, greed and money
The Psychology of Money: Timeless Wealth Lessons
 
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Man this the one. I had to give it to a few people as a group read. While it wasn't needed on my end it helped others out
Emotional Intelligence Habits by Bradberry