Around the World in Books
When the Mapou Sings
What takes many a lifetime to learn and understand, Lucille discovers womanhood, the way the world truly works, and finds her purpose in life in a matter of a few short years in When the Mapou Sings by Nadine Pinede.
Untethered
Passionate for the care of others and determined to make a difference, Untethered is the story of Katia, executive director of a negro boys group home set in deep south of the 60’s.
Homeward
Sadness, joy, and hope for the future bring the heartfelt story of Rose in Homeward by Angela Jackson-Brown as she navigates love and loss in the 1960s south. A moment of indiscretion irrevocably changes Rose’s life setting her on a path of self-discovery, forgiveness, and how to love again.
It’s Elementary
In "It's Elementary," Elise Bryant takes readers on an complex and funny journey of one mothers navigation of motherhood, PTA, and a missing principal.
This Ravenous Fate
A deadly game of love and survival, This Ravenous Fate by Hayley Dennings is an intense sultry vampire romance set against 1920’s Harlen renaissance.
Fallen Grace
Fallen Grace by Sadeqa Johnson tells the harrowing story of Bubbles are she fights for her daughter during the tumultuous time period of the 1950’s where race and religion collide.
Notes on Her Color
Notes on Her Color follows the story of Gabrielle who comes-of-age dealing with racism and the extraordinary ability to perform passing - the ability to change her skin color based on her mood. Navigating tense family dynamics and the world around her, Gabrielle finds he safe space in music and finds her true self in the process.