What are your favorite books by black authors?Answer

The publishing industry has struggled to embrace new voices. Many amazing authors have managed to get their voices out–overcoming all obstacles. What books stand out to you as your favorites by black author?

Mom & Me & Mom

Mom & Me & Mom
ByMaya Angelou

2013 • 35 Readers 4.3

Singin' and Swingin' and Gettin' Merry Like Christmas

1976 • 12 Readers • 258 pages 4.3

Gather Together in My Name

1985 • 23 Readers • 224 pages 4.1

All God's Children Need Travelling Shoes

2013 • 3 Readers • 240 pages 4.5

The Heart of a Woman

The Heart of a Woman
ByMaya Angelou

1981 • 33 Readers • 288 pages 4.4

I Know Why the Caged Bird Sings

1969 • 499 Readers • 309 pages 4.2

Why this book?

I love memoirs.