Books
As more states try to eliminate African American studies courses, these books on Black history can and should be taught in schools right now. The post 10 Books On Black History That Should Be Taught In Schools Right Now appeared first on NewsOne.
As Black Women's History Month gets underway, a new book - “The Demands of Justice: Enslaved Women, Capital Crime, and Clemency in Early Virginia” - tells the stories of enslaved Black women charged with crimes by their owners. Read an excerpt here. The post ‘The Demands Of Justice’: New Book Tells Stories Of Enslaved Black Women Charged With Crimes appeared first on NewsOne.
Today we are spotlighting Tamar who was the daughter of King David but the horrifying sorrow she faced was being raped by her half brother...
Today we are spotlighting Herodias which means "Heroic". Her story reminds us that God gives us opportunities to repent and turn back to him...
Today we are spotlighting Jael which means "A Wild or Mountain Goat". She seized the opportunity to kill an enemy of God's people, Sisera...
Today we are spotlighting Priscilla which means "worthy" or "venerable". She was one of the first missionaries and a leader of the early church...
Get familiar with these award-winning Black fiction writers who have contributed to the culture in immeasurable ways. The post 10 Black Fiction Writers To Know And Read appeared first on NewsOne.
This list of must-read memoirs written by Black authors will help you get familiar with some of the most powerful biographical stories being told. The post Reclaiming The Narrative: Must-Read Memoirs By Black Authors appeared first on NewsOne.
Today we are spotlighting Naomi which means "My Joy" or "Pleasant". Naomi was a woman who refused to hide her sorrow or bitterness after losing her husband and two sons...
Jonathan Mattingly, one of the Louisville police officers involved in Breonna Taylor's killing, may need to find a new way to capitalize on her death after Simon & Schuster refused to distribute the disgraced cop's planned book.
Teresa B. Howell is the author of the murder/suspense thriller, ‘That Church Life.’ Her best selling book is now a stage play that is debuting in Durham, North Carolina and making its way to Charlotte. Jasmyne Williams plays the role of domestic violence survivor, Missy. Howell, Williams and comedian/host, Cedrice ‘Nuffced’ Brown talked with ‘COMMUNITY […]
He shall build a house for My name, and I will establish the throne of his kingdom forever. I will be his Father, and he shall be my son. —2 Samuel 7:13–14 Not having a father in one’s life can be difficult for a child. I experienced this void when I was young. […]