Antiracism
Raising Black Voices—in Spanish
To understand the global impact of Black and Latine peoples, one must understand the relationship between identities and lived experiences.
Contemporary Stories from Black Authors
A collection that reflects the variety and depth of Black experiences as portrayed by just a few of the best storytellers of our time.
The Economic History of Institutionalized Racism
Understanding the pernicious economic consequences of racism is vital to moving forward to an equitable future for all.
Exceptional Tween Fiction by Black Writers and Narrators
If you’re looking for captivating listens for you or your kids about Black experiences, these are some of the incredible listens that have won our hearts.
Celebrate and Honor Juneteenth with These Important Listens
In 2021, the Juneteenth National Independence Day Act was signed into law. Here are 20 outstanding listens to play this June 19th, in recognition of our newest federal holiday.
Reflections by Black Poets on Life, Struggle, and Triumphs
From the 18th century to the 21st, nothing compares to the powerful voices of Black poets.
10 Audiobooks to Listen to on the Day of Remembrance
The internment of Japanese Americans is a grim and deplorable chapter in the history of the United States—one we must never forget. As we reflect and remember as a nation this February 19, these listens offer a way to honor the survivors and learn from the past.
The best Black audiobook narrators to listen to right now
From veteran narrators to celebrity performers, here are just a few of today’s outstanding Black voice artists with a gift for bringing life to the audiobooks they narrate.
Hanya Yanagihara on Why Our Longing for Paradise Will Forever Disappoint
Spanning three centuries and several genres, “To Paradise” ponders what happens when we flee one broken utopia for another.
Family Sagas
On the latest episode of Audicted, we discuss our favorite family sagas and celebrate Native American Heritage Month.
#OwnVoices Stories from Top YA Authors
YA fiction is rife with powerful stories from contemporary #ownvoices authors, who have have created some of the most enduring and popular fiction of the last several years.
An Antiracism Listening List
The fight for racial justice is up to all of us. If you’re not sure where to start, these listening recommendations can help.