At a time when books are being banned, classrooms are facing restrictions on how race and history can be discussed, and Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) programs are under attack, the role of Black writers has never been more important. Throughout American history, Black authors have used literature, journalism, poetry, and scholarship to preserve truth, challenge injustice, and give voice to communities too often ignored or silenced. From the Civil Rights Movement to t

New Orleans Author Jaz Morton promotes her book, NOLA ABC’s, an alphabet book for kids with learning disabilities. NEW ORLEANS, LA — The BLK INK Book Festival is back for its fourth year, and this year’s celebration is turning the page on what it means to build community through books, storytelling, film, and culture. On Saturday, June 20, 2026, from 11 AM – 3 PM, readers, writers, filmmakers, and creatives from across the country will gather at the Pavilion of the Two Sister

Black History Month invites us to remember, reflect, and recommit. Black authors—through essays, poetry, fiction, and speeches—have long documented the truth of Black life in their own words. Their voices preserve history, challenge injustice, and affirm Black humanity. Below are quotes from Black authors and poets whose words continue to shape culture, thought, and movement. On Freedom and Justice “Freedom is never voluntarily given by the oppressor; it must be demanded by t

By Michelle D. Jackson, Founder of the Black Writers Workspace Every week the same question shows up in my inbox and on the Black Writers Workspace private Facebook page: “How do I self-publish my book?” The short answer? There’s no single “perfect” path—but there is a smart, strategic one. Self-publishing is no longer a niche option. According to industry data from Bowker, more than 1.7–2 million self-published books are released every year in the U.S. alone . That number c

Storytelling doesn’t stop at the page—it often finds new life on the screen. Over the last two decades, books by Black authors have not...

The world of poetry has always been a space for diverse voices to weave narratives, challenge norms, and offer unique perspectives on the...

Three-day writer’s workshop set to provide practical tools for diverse writers interested in developing multi-genre writing skills. New...