Tag Archives: nonfiction
The Unapologetic Guide to Black Mental Health
The Unapologetic Guide to Black Mental Health by Dr. Rheeda Walker (2020, nonfiction, 212 pages). This book felt like talking to a colleague who really gets it. The book is written in the style of a self-help book, in the manner someone would … Continue reading
Memorial Drive: a Daughter’s Memoir
Memorial Drive: a Daughter’s Memoir (2020, nonfiction, 199 pages), by Natahsa Trethewey. I recall hearing about Trethewey on NPR “When Natasha Trethewey was 19, her world shattered after her former stepfather killed her mother.” I thought it would make a compelling page turner. I was disappointed. … Continue reading
Queens: Portraits of Black Women and their Fabulous Hair
Queens: Portraits of Black Women and their Fabulous Hair (2005, nonfiction, 199 pages) Michael Cunningham (Photographer), George Alexander. I would categorize this as a coffee table book. It is a collection of black and white photographs and narratives of Black women and … Continue reading
Black Pearls: Daily Meditations, Affirmations, and Inspirations
Black Pearls: Daily Meditations, Affirmations, and Inspirations for African Americans (1993 nonfiction 366 pages) by Eric V. Copage . This is a wonderful daily devotional book. Each day’s entry ranges from African proverbs, quotes, and advice to life’s wisdom on topics such … Continue reading
Makeba My story
“Who would have every imagined that any of this could happen so fast, and all at once? I forgive myself if enjoy it, because there is too much danger and oppression in my country to think that any of it … Continue reading
Real Life of an MSW 