Everett gives James the gift of language, and James writes his account of his travels with a stolen pencil stub—one which ...

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The new National Ambassador for Young People’s Literature is a prolific, best-selling author of children’s books who hopes to use his 2-year term to promote the wonders of picture stories.

A new biography of Charles W. Chesnutt, by Tess Chakkalakal, explains the friendships and tensions he had with his white ...

Madison Public Library is celebrating the beginning of Black History Month by highlighting its African American literature ...

Critic Bethanne Patrick recommends 10 promising new titles — fiction and nonfiction — to consider in February.

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Every African American should read—or reread—this list of 20 books that amplify the voices that shaped our collective consciousness.

Visit Birchbark Books & Native Arts in Minneapolis, where every corner holds a literary surprise. Nestled in the Kenwood neighborhood, this charming independent bookstore has been captivating book ...

This year's Caldecott medal went to a book about an older sister frustrated when her baby brother "helps." The Newbery went to a middle-grade tale about a time traveler at the turn of the century.