Books
February 7, 2019
Michael B. Jordan Is Turning African Fantasy Epic ‘Black Leopard, Red Wolf’ Into A Movie
We’ve recently featured Marlon James’ eagerly anticipated new novel Black Leopard, Red Wolf on our curated list of literature by…
January 31, 2019
Meet Halle Moore, The 9-Year-Old Author Who Just Published Her First Collection Of Poetry
At only nine years old, Halle Moore discovered a passion for writing and has recently published her first book of…
January 24, 2019
A New Graphic Novel Celebrates The Elaborate History Of The Apollo
Celebrate the Apollo’s 85th anniversary with the newly released graphic novel “Showtime at the Apollo: The Story of Harlem’s World…
January 15, 2019
Jaro Picks: 15 Books By Black Authors We’re Most Excited For This Year
The new year calls for a refreshing variety of upcoming and recently released books by black authors, both seasoned and…
December 18, 2018
Kamichi Jackson Shares The Inspiration Behind Her Novel “K My Name Is Kendra”
In our most recent interview on Jaro’s podcast, Tomeka Winborne had the honor of speaking with the gifted author Kamichi…
November 28, 2018
Common To Develop Zora Neale Hurston’s ‘Barracoon’ Book Into A Limited TV Series
For his second project under his deal at Lionsgate TV, Common will adapt Zora Neale Hurston’s recently published non-fiction book,…
November 19, 2018
This Determined Family Is Bringing Diverse Books To Children All Across The Country
Concerned about the lack of diversity in children’s books, Charnaie Gordon and her two kids are bridging the literacy gap…
October 26, 2018
Inspirational Book “I’m A Brilliant Little Black Boy” Will Soon Be An Animated Series
Mother and son Betty K. Bynum and Joshua Drummond co-wrote I’m A Brilliant Little Black Boy back in 2016, and…
October 10, 2018
Terrance Hayes And Jamel Brinkley Among Finalists For The 2018 National Book Award
The 25 finalists for this year’s National Book Award have been revealed, and it’s time to make room on your…
September 28, 2018
Black Panther’s Sister Shuri Has Her Own Comic Book Series On The Way
This October, fans will become even more acquainted with Black Panther’s Shuri, made possible through a brand new comic book…