Ta-Nehisi Coates to writers around the world: We need you
The renowned author and journalist’s new book of essays, “The Message,” is a travelogue about global struggle and a lesson for his students on the art of writing.
Quincy Jones on the creative process and life lessons
The Grammy Award-winning legend shared a career’s worth of wisdom in “12 Notes.”
The artistry of Haitian writers
Fiction or nonfiction, these audiobooks are grounded in a rich culture of storytelling.
Supreme Court Justice Ketanji Brown Jackson traces her history-making path in "Lovely One"
Justice Jackson discusses her new memoir and gets candid about the struggles of balancing family and career.
“Colored Television” is a razor-sharp take on race and Hollywood
Danzy Senna crafted an essential novel about mulatto identity and experience, the creative quest, and staying true to who you are.
Refusal, joy, and other acts of radical resistance
With We Refuse, historian and podcaster Kellie Carter Jackson shines a light on the breadth of Black resistance, resilience, and joy, from historical fights against racism to empowering new paths toward liberation.
In "Sharks Don't Sink," a marine biologist recalls keeping opportunity afloat
Trailblazing shark scientist Jasmin Graham is on a mission to diversify and democratize ocean studies.
Tomi Adeyemi's epic YA fantasy trilogy goes out with a banger
The bestselling author reflects on her journey from debut darling to powerhouse storyteller with the release of her Cynthia Erivo-narrated "Children of Anguish and Anarchy."
22 queer Black voices to hear now
These novels and memoirs center the diversity and joys of the Black queer experience, while acknowledging the many inequalities faced by the community.
Celebrate and honor Juneteenth with these important listens
In 2021, the Juneteenth National Independence Day Act was signed into law. Here are 30 outstanding listens to play this June 19th, in recognition of our newest federal holiday.
“Undiplomatic” is a deeply personal memoir from the Obama White House’s social secretary
Deesha Dyer shares how she conquered imposter syndrome and found her confident, authentic self—while throwing some pretty damn good parties.
For Micaiah Johnson, returning to Ashtown was like “putting on a warm glove”
The sci-fi author follows up her acclaimed debut with the propulsive and provocative "Those Beyond the Wall."