2020 Books You May Have Missed Written by Women of Color
What better time than now to be a woman? Not only a woman, but a woman of color? The time is now for women of color all over the world to inspire, encourage, and motivate other women all over the world. We inspire and share our stories in so many ways. Women are leading successful businesses, thriving as entrepreneurs, winning at motherhood, serving as virtuous women in their relationships and their communities, triumphing in school, and taking authorship to a new level.
To replenish your motivational levels and get inspired by the testimonies, trials, tribulations, and success stories of other women who are leaving their mark, please check out the following list of recently published books by women of color:
New Releases 2020-2021
A Glimmer of Death by Valerie Wilson Wessley
Odessa is a psychic who is given a glimpse of the future after she takes a new job and her boss is suddenly killed.
All Because You Matter by Tami Charles
A picture book designed to encourage, inspire, and remind children of color why they are loved and special.
Becoming by Michelle Obama
The former first lady inspires and encourages through the use of this memoir of her life story.
Concrete Rose by Angie Thomas
Maverick is having a hard time trying to find out what man he wants to become as he becomes a father.
Just As I Am by Cicely Tyson
Cicely Tyson describes her life and the experiences and accomplishments she has had in their memoir.
Life After Death by Sista Soulja
A sequel to “The Coldest Winter Ever” where Winter Santiga seeks revenge on those who have wronged her.
Little Leaders: Bold Women in Black History by Vashti Harrison
A picture book of African American women who have made a significant impact, past and present.
The Black Kids by Christina Hammonds Reed
Ashley and her friends are living it up for their senior year, when everything makes a shift as protests break out all over the city.
This Close to Okay by Leesa Cross- Smith
Tallie is a therapist that saves the life of Emmett, but is healed through the experience as well.
The Gilded Ones by Namina Forna
Deka is getting prepared for the big ceremony, but instead of being excited she is in fear. Find out why.
Twins Graphic Novel by Varian Johnson
Maurine and Francine are twins that are best friends that are slowly growing apart.
When Stars are Scattered by Victoria Jamieson and Omar Mohamed
Omar is a young boy who lives in a refugee camp in Kenya who is excited that he gets the chance to go to school.
Upcoming Releases 2021
Woman Evolve by Sarah Jakes Roberts (release date: April 6, 2021)
This is a book that encourages women to take over their lives by getting over their fears.
Get Good with Money by Tiffany Aliche (release date: March 30, 2021)
Aliche gives women insight on how to make their money work for them in a 10 step plan.
