By Forest Your Favorite Librarian
Black, and brown, communities from around the world and various intersections contribute to the Black Experience. You can access Black History and culture by utilizing Black Literature.
Literature is one of the greatest resources in the world. You can elevate your thinking, travel back in the time, explore B.I.P.O.C narratives, and you can also refine your comprehension skills by reading. You always win when you read.
Throughout the year, Black Lives Matter movement and the phrase are commonly paired with topics of racial and social injustices. All Black Lives Matters simply reiterates the importance of all beautiful contributors and members of a wonderful community (Black LGBTQ+ Health and Mental Health resources).
The term “Queer” is an umbrella term— used to describe all communities and persons under the rainbow. Yet, there are other voices that also complete the LGBTQ+ community (Asexual, Bisexual, Gay, Lesbian, Trans-identifying, Queer and other communities).
In celebration of Black History Month, check out this collection of Black Queer literature.
Wake: The Hidden History of Women-Led Slave Revolts by Rebecca Hall & Hugo Martínez
Crosshairs by Catherine Hernandez
Lez Talk: A Collection of Black Lesbian Short Fiction by S. Andrea Allen & Lauren Cherelle
Aftershocks by Nadia Owusu
Choosing Grace by Regina Jamison
Real Life: A Novel by Brandon Taylor
You Should See Me in a Crown by Leah Johnson
Honey Girl by Morgan Rogers
Bingo Love Volume 1: Jackpot Edition by Tee Franklin
Moonstruck Volume 1: Magic to Brew by Grace Ellis & Shae Beagle
After the Rain by John Jennings and Nnedi Okorafor
Mouths of Rain: An Anthology of Black Lesbian Thought by Briona Simone Jones
Black Queer Identity Matrix: Towards An Integrated Queer of Color by Sheena C. Howard
The Black Flamingo by Dean Atta
All Boys Aren’t Blue: A Memoir by George M. Johnson
