“It gets dark sometimes, but morning comes. Keep hope alive.” ― Rev. Jesse Jackson

Since 1976, Black History Month has been observed every February.  The commemoration grew out of “Negro History Week,” the brainchild of noted historian Carter G. Woodson and other prominent African Americans. To further educate and inspire, we present the following award-winning and acclaimed memoirs and history books. Please also visit Penguin Random House’s All Ways Black for more recommendations. Stay tuned for Black History titles for young readers next week! Continue reading →