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items A list of books by Black authors, many of whom were found on TikTok, across various genres and with various levels of notoriety and popularity. It's all black books, black main characters, and the kind of stories that need to be written, told, and so...
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Amazon Alts
Fantasy
Horror
Poetry
Romance
Sci-Fi
Amazon Alts
Alternative book shopping methods for those who prefer not to use Amazon. Specific emphasis on physical book purchases. Some may books may not be available through these methods.
Online database where you can get books, often at a discount, and support independent bookstores of your choice.
Bookshop
Online and brick and mortar alternative to shopping on Amazon, if you’re looking to divest.
Barnes & Noble
Fantasy
Books reside in the fantasy genre. Think all things might, magic, and fantastical worlds full of unimaginable creatures.
A young man with magical heritage. A magical HBCU. Embracing legacy to save loved ones.
Blood at the Root - LaDarrion Williams
Sequel to Blood at the Root. More magic, more conflict, and uncovering the darkness in the world around Malik, and even within him.
Bones at the Crossroads - LaDarrion Williams
Horror
Books that reside in the horror genre. There might be overlap with books that are thrillers as well.
Supernatural YA horror/thriller book about a queer medium, high school, a vengeful ghost, and first loves.
The Taking of Jake Livingston - Ryan Douglass
Poetry
Chapbooks and collections of poetry that cover various themes.
Spoken word meets the page in this soulful debut collection of poetry.
Her Way with Words - Brianna Renae
Poetry book that I wrote about mental health, and opening up dialogue around seeking help.
(No) I am (not) okay - Dre Hill
Poetry book that I wrote about love, romance, relationships, heartbreak, and so much more.
i love you means nothing: 2nd Ed - Dre Hill
Poetry book that I wrote about navigating life and all the intersections that make up our identity and being.
Crossroads - Dre Hill
Poetry chapbook that explores home, identity, and what it means to be black, queer, and trans.
How to Identify Yourself with a Wound - Kb Brookins
A collection of poetry and prose that explores relationship, sexuality, grief, mental health and more.
Did I Make You Cry Yet - Jamaal Dante
A collection of poetry and prose all about relationships and healing - dealing with toxic romantic, platonic, and familial relationships. Along with the gems that shine through.
For When We Break Up: Healing from Lovers, Friends, and Family - Jamaal Dante
Poetry and prose book that I wrote about black identity, black experience, and blackness.
Melanin 'Black': A Series of Black Stories
Romance
Books in the romance category. Will include mixed genre romances.
For lovers of love and R&B music! These lovers reconnect after years apart and a secret that caused them to separate.
Forever My Lady - Olivia Linden
For lovers of love and R&B music! In the midst of betrayal and a lies, two friends are brought closer than ever before.
Given a Chance - Olivia Linden
For lovers of love and R&B music! Two long-time “just friends” must come to terms with budding feelings for each other and all the obstacles trying to keep them apart.
Lovers & Friends - Olivia Linden
YA coming of age romance that includes lies, an identity crisis, and high school hormones.
Please Excuse Our Confusion - Cartwright, Jasmine
A news reporter with ailing sight, a grieving optometrist, a bit of a supernatural twist and an epic love story.
Losing Sight - Tati Richardson
Sci-Fi
Books of science fiction. Think advanced technology, alien species, other worlds, and so much more.
Twin teens traveling across their planet to find clues related to the mysterious disappearance of their father, and in the process, are plunged into the midst of an unknown intergalactic conflict.
Law of Aurornova -Cy Harold