Outstanding African-American Novels
Every year the Black Caucus of the American Library Association honors writers with the BCALA Literary Award. This award recognizes outstanding works by African American authors depicting the cultural, historical, or socio-political aspects of the African Diaspora.
Every year the Black Caucus of the American Library Association honors writers with the BCALA Literary Award. This award recognizes outstanding works by African American authors depicting the cultural, historical, or socio-political aspects of the African Diaspora.
Find some time, kick back and enjoy a novel or two by these extraordinary writers:
“Douglass’ Women”:
Jewell Parker Rhodes
This novel portrays the full range of emotions and uneasy bond shared by two women. One black and one white, the women tell their stories of loving Frederick Douglass.
“Wisdom”:
Heather Neff
A moving story of a woman whose quest to find an estate called Wisdom leads her to discover her own personal legacy.
“P.G. County”:
Connie Briscoe
This novel is a satire set in an exclusive enclave of Prince George County, Md. Through the eyes of five very different women, this complex story reveals the secrets of the inhabitants.
“You Know Better”:
Tina McElroy
This novel follows three generations of women on a journey to save themselves. With the help of three ghost passengers, the women begin to heal, forgive and ultimately reclaim their family bond.
“I wish I had a Red Dress”:
Pearl Cleage
This novel captures the morals, culture, and rhythm of black urban youth as the romantic tensions between mature black adults and contemporary issues are woven into a love story. Follow the story of the widowed Joyce as she learns to give love a second chance.
