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Reading Lists

5 Mysteries with African-American Protagonists to Read During Black History Month

With the majority of works written during the golden age ignoring African-Americans at best or denigrating them at worst- here are five books written to celebrate African-American culture during a turbulent time in American history. Harlem Sunset by Nekesa Afia (A Harlem Renaissance Mystery, 2) It’s 1927, and Louise Llyod has the perfect job as the manager of the Dove nightclub, but when Louise’s girlfriend, … Continue reading 5 Mysteries with African-American Protagonists to Read During Black History Month

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5 Books by African-American Authors to Celebrate Martin Luther King, Jr. Day

White characters and authors dominate the historical mysteries of the 1920s and 1930s. Here are five mystery novels written by African-American authors expanding the genre to be more accurate to the many lives people lived during this tumultuous time. Most books are centered in Harlem, the epicenter of an African American cultural renaissance. If you have any favorite books written by African-American authors that you … Continue reading 5 Books by African-American Authors to Celebrate Martin Luther King, Jr. Day

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Book Reviews

Book Review: The Conjure-Man Dies by Rudolph Fisher (1932)

The Conjure-Man Dies, written by Rudolph Fisher and first published in 1932, is a classic murder mystery novel set in Harlem during the Harlem Renaissance. The novel features a diverse cast of characters and explores themes of race, class, and identity while keeping readers on the edge of their seats with its intricate plot and surprising twists. The story begins with the murder of a … Continue reading Book Review: The Conjure-Man Dies by Rudolph Fisher (1932)

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