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Omar Epps just wrote a new novel, so we decided to look at other Black celebs such as Whoopi Goldberg and 50 Cent…

"Nubia: The Awakening," the actor's first novel, drops November 8

From colorful picture books to a highly-anticipated follow-up from Michelle Obama, we can't wait to get reading this…

There are so many great new titles hitting the shelves in October we had to update it again.

The tennis icon just added bestselling children's book author to her multi-hyphenate list of accomplishments.

Our Forever First Lady just announced the dates and cities of a cross- country tour to promote her upcoming book,…

We got a sneak peek at the cover of "Ketanji Brown Jackson: A Justice for All," which goes on sale in April 2023

This Banned Books Week, we look at who is trying to censor the books we read and why

"I Am Ruby Bridges," is the story in her own words of the young Black girl who integrated a New Orleans school…

Get ready for some great reads by old favorites and newcomers this September

Carla Hall, B. Smith, Marcus Samuelsson and more deliver delicious cookbooks that are a beautiful celebration of…

Author Frederick Joseph and illustrator Nikkolas Smith discuss their forthcoming project with The Root.

These titles are perfect to help kids head back into the classroom

August is another hot month for books by Black authors. Check out some of the books with can't wait to read.

These books prove it's never too early to share the love of reading with your little ones

We spoke with Rae Lewis-Thornton about "Unprotected," the story of the lasting impact abuse had on her well-being

The highly-anticipated book, “THE LIGHT WE CARRY: Overcoming in Uncertain Times,” is scheduled to be released on…

Anita Grant's Hello Hair is inspired by some of the most popular hair magazines of the 90s.

Summer days are meant for reading. Here are some great titles coming your way in July.

“It brings me great joy to introduce readers to new authors," Winfrey said of Leila Mottley's "Nightcrawling."