One Arkansas high school senior's research uncovered the location of the M. Jackson Tourist Home, a safe haven for African ...

In “Captives and Companions,” Justin Marozzi traces the stories of the eunuchs, harem women and forced laborers who ...

Subgenres are one of the hottest literary trends on the market right now. Let's break down the meaning of the most popular, ...

Here are recommended reads about the United States — perfect for the history buff on your gift list, or anyone looking to learn more about how the U.S got to where it is today.

The Boston poet has long been recognized as the first person of African descent in North America to publish a book.

The late, great Fela Kuti is known as the "Black President" for his role as both a musical and a political leader. Now he has become the first African artist to get this Grammy honor.

An exhibition in Gee’s Bend, AL tells the story of Dinah Miller’s arrival and her enduring influence on the community, its ...

Black folks, it’s easy to feel discouraged in a world like today’s– where political violence and anti-Black policies are championed. But we also know Black Americans are some of the most resilient ...

A new biography of Audley Moore shows how pivotal the overlooked activist’s work was to 20th-century Black-liberation efforts ...

That great story, and many others, are shared in a biography on Whitmore called The Oom by Miles Masterson. After having ...

Across the country, Black-owned historic inns stand as living testaments to resilience, artistry, and community care.

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