Monthly Curated Collection
Nonfiction Pick of the Month
Nobody Knows the Trouble I've Seen: The Emotional Lives of Black Women
In Nobody Knows the Trouble I’ve Seen, Dr. Inger Burnett-Zeigler explores the hidden trauma Black women face and how it affects their emotional and physical health. She uncovers the cost of the "strong Black woman" stereotype, revealing how it masks deep pain and impedes well-being. Offering practical methods for healing, Dr. Burnett-Zeigler empowers Black women to embrace both their strength and vulnerability for a more abundant life.
Don't Miss Out On Great Storytelling
For Fans of Young Adult Fiction
Book #1 in a Contemporary Fantasy Series
In Legendborn, Bree Matthews is thrust into a secret society of magical students after witnessing a mysterious attack at her new school. As she uncovers hidden truths about her mother’s death and her own burgeoning powers, Bree must decide whether to join the fight against a looming magical war or take down the society from within. Tracy Deonn’s reimagining of the King Arthur legend weaves Southern folklore with Black Girl Magic in this gripping tale of grief, power, and self-discovery.
Coming of Age
Samira, a young poet, struggles with her reputation and the pressure of living up to family expectations. Her summer of self-discovery through poetry takes a dangerous turn when a secret relationship with an older poet puts her dreams and community ties at risk. Safia Elhillo’s novel in verse explores identity, family, and the complexity of finding one's voice.
Haunted Realities
These thought-provoking novels delve into the eerie and unsettling, exploring the intersection of family, race, and hidden secrets. From haunted homes and mysterious disappearances to grappling with the legacies of racism, these books redefine the haunted-house genre, blending suspense, psychological depth, and social commentary.
Horror
For fans of The Landlord
In Model Home, Rivers Solomon reimagines the haunted-house story, following the Maxwell siblings as they return to the Texas home where their Black family endured unexplainable horrors. Confronting the ghosts of their past and the dark legacies of segregation and racism, they must unravel the truth behind their parents' mysterious death, and face the trauma and terrors that still haunt their family.
Mystery & Detective
In the gripping conclusion to the Highway 59 trilogy, Detective Darren Mathews is pulled back into the world he tried to leave behind to investigate the case of a missing Black college student from an all-white sorority. As he uncovers dark secrets in a town determined to protect them, Darren must confront his past and decide if he can trust the one person who’s always torn his life apart—his mother—before the truth slips away forever.
Paranormal Fantasy
For fans of Their Vicious Games and Blood at the Root
In An Academy For Liars, Lennon Carter is invited to Drayton College, a secret school for those with the power to control minds and matter. As she navigates the challenges of mastering her dangerous gift, Lennon becomes captivated by the school’s mysteries and her charismatic mentor, but she soon discovers that the true test may be whether she can control her growing power without losing herself to corruption. A dark academia novel that explores the perilous allure of power and the cost of mastery.