Justina Ireland, Varian Johnson, Rita Williams-Garcia, Dhonielle Clayton, Kekla Magoon, Leah Henderson, Tochi Onyebuchi, Jason Reynolds, Nic Stone, Liara Tamani, Renée Watson, Tracey Baptiste, Coe Booth, Brandy Colbert, Jay Coles, Ibi Zoboi, and Lamar Giles . Renée Watson. But Dellie's world begins to change when new neighbors move into her housing project building. Justina Ireland, Varian Johnson, Rita Williams-Garcia, Dhonielle Clayton, Kekla Magoon, Leah Henderson, Tochi Onyebuchi, Jason Reynolds, Nic Stone, Liara Tamani, Renée Watson, Tracey Baptiste, Coe Booth, Brandy Colbert, Jay Coles, Ibi Zoboi, and Lamar Giles . There was a problem loading your book clubs. (TW for homophobia). Black is…Nic Stone’s high-class beauty dating a boy her momma would never approve of. Gr 5–8—Ever since her brother's death, Dellie's life has been quiet and sad. Wicked Fox by Kat Cho. I’M SO CONFUSED. Jason Reynolds writes young black youth in a way that makes them come alive off the page. Here’s to all these awesome authors getting their books out!!

I wish, I so wish that more people would read their books, because this author has it down.

Edited by National Book Award finalist Ibi Zoboi, and featuring some of the most acclaimed bestselling Black authors writing for teens today—Black Enough is an essential collection of captivating stories about what it’s like to be young and Black in America. Collages, high school, flakey mentors, disappointment, and . Art is so important, stealing credit is trash, god why can’t this be a full fledged novel!
Stopping misogynist one selfie at a time (also really enjoyed the writing and plot in this one). The Misadventures of the Family Fletcher (Family Fletcher Series), Not My Idea: A Book About Whiteness (Ordinary Terrible Things), Seeds of Change: Wangari's Gift to the World. Get news and updates. In order … (TW sexual pressure), Super gay, heartbreaking, and freaking horses, man!

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Black is…two girls kissing in Justina Ireland’s story set in Maryland.

You're listening to a sample of the Audible audio edition. Can I scream and say that this collection is the best? (TW for sexual assault), The Trouble with Drowning by Dhonielle Clayton ☆, Super depressing story, art is involved, needing to take a breather after this one. These were the books I indulged in during July. Black is…Nic Stone’s high-class beauty dating a boy her momma would never approve of. For all your precious items.

PU leather. Change ), You are commenting using your Twitter account. "What will grab readers in this first novel is realistic sense of the diverse neighborhood community, both rough and caring. Renee Watson is automatically an autobuy author for me, and I enjoyed revisiting Jade and her story of opportunities, collages, and the influence of a mentor. Second person, uncomfortable, those seconds freeze while an assault is happening. Warning: Color May Fade by Leah Henderson ☆.

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If there’s ever a book to give to young readers, this series could very well be at the top. Mondo will stay right here with you. Debating is fun, understanding your parents is hard, and singing will ruin your voice! Also, there’s a devil apparently.

Unable to add item to List. Not much to say, just a fun Adult contemporary that also tackles the harshness of grief and regret.

Circe is a witch from myths that I didn’t even think I needed a book for. Also, this story made me hungry! Contributors: Lu has so much charisma, he’s the one and only Lu, a lightning strike, a miracle.

I love how Reynolds approach Lu’s struggles with his father’s past, his relationship between the coach and his dad, and his mother’s second miracle pregnancy. Page 1 of 1 Start over Page 1 of 1 . Finally, I read Circe in July! Your recently viewed items and featured recommendations, Select the department you want to search in. If you read any of these, I’d be happy to share feelings about them. To get the free app, enter your mobile phone number.

I enjoyed reading this, really liked the magical realism scenes, and am looking forward to reading more of Lim’s works.

Black is…three friends walking back from the community pool talking about nothing and everything, in a story by Jason Reynolds. December 26, 2018 December 17, 2018 ~ procrastinatorswritingdesk ~ Leave a comment. (Also, I love Brandy Colbert’s writing and wishing 1,000x that this were longer! The contemporary stories, the characters, all the different ways to tell a story?! Also, this story made me hungry! Bosses suck, Mall workers rock, and poop jokes are never funny (seriously). (TW for sexual assault), The Trouble with Drowning by Dhonielle Clayton ☆, Super depressing story, art is involved, needing to take a breather after this one. Mondo half moon wallet | honey -For all your precious items.

Second person, uncomfortable, those seconds freeze while an assault is happening.

Parts were giving it 2 stars, others 5 stars. 18,75 x 12 cm. I really love the inclusion of 2nd person writing; so rare and fun. Her mother cries all the time, and Dellie lives with the horrible guilt that the accident that killed her brother may have been all her fault. "—BCCB, "Dellie's story will speak to young people who've needed a little faith to get them through tough times. A collection of personal things. In the middle of all that trouble is Corey, an abused five-year-old boy, who's often left home alone and hungry.

Suddenly, men are fighting on the stoop and gunfire is sounding off in the night.

In stock on August 26, 2020. To keep them safe and together. Summer camp, feelings, and dealing with the new star in her father’s heart, Half A Moon was such a treat to read and I wish it were longer! Paperback. (TW for homophobia). Black is…two girls kissing in Justina Ireland’s story set in Maryland. Something went wrong. ( Log Out /  Black is urban and rural, wealthy and poor, mixed race, immigrants, and more—because there are countless ways to be Black enough. Hallucinations in a family heirloom wash-bin, learning from the others before us, and tons of humor. She wonders if she can do for Corey what she couldn't do for her brother—save him. Black is urban and rural, wealthy and poor, mixed race, immigrants, and more—because there are countless ways to be Black enough. ( Log Out /  Black is…sisters navigating their relationship at summer camp in Portland, Oregon, as written by Renée Watson. Works in a Library. January 6, 2019 ~ procrastinatorswritingdesk ~ Leave a comment. Please try again. "—Booklist, "Vigilante has a nice way with subplots and solid daily life details that bring the book particular warmth...the story is told with considerable appeal and accessibility, and kids won't have to lead the same life as Dellie to recognize her travails. Can I scream and say that this collection is the best?
Have y’all read any of these? Summer camp, feelings, and dealing with the new star in her father’s heart, Half A Moon was such a treat to read and I wish it were longer! Debating is fun, understanding your parents is hard, and singing will ruin your voice! half moon wallet black monk and anna; €18,95.

To be honest, I love everything by Jason Reynolds.

The (R)evolution of Nigeria Jones by Ibi Zoboi ☆.

Dellie strikes up a friendship with this little boy who reminds her so much of her brother. Reads a huge amount of Young Adult, Manga, and consumes Audiobooks. GIRL NEEDS HELP. This shopping feature will continue to load items when the Enter key is pressed. I’ll break down my thoughts into one sentence for each story. Change ), You are commenting using your Facebook account. Also, there’s a devil apparently. This debut novel authentically captures the diverse community and the characters' grief, anger, and heartbreak. Bring your club to Amazon Book Clubs, start a new book club and invite your friends to join, or find a club that’s right for you for free. c: Natalie Tan’s Book of Luck and Fortune by Roselle Lim. I would love to hear some thoughts, positive or not!

There was an error retrieving your Wish Lists. Fill in your details below or click an icon to log in: You are commenting using your WordPress.com account. Stopping misogynist one selfie at a time (also really enjoyed the writing and plot in this one). I enjoyed the book, so roughly 3.75/4 stars is my rating.

This debut was so polarizing in the book community. I’ll star my favorites! Prime members enjoy FREE Delivery and exclusive access to music, movies, TV shows, original audio series, and Kindle books.

Just a short creative non-fiction piece I wrote after going to a support group for sexual harassment and sexual assault. My heart cried at the end, don’t be a faker, and always fight.