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April 3, 2026 KRLemmons African American anthology, African American Art, African American Poetry, African American Poets

365 Black Books Poetry Friday

In honor of April is Poetry month, here are just a few poetry books for and by children and young adults. Happy reading!

March 4, 2026 KRLemmons African American Art, African American Artists, African American Authors

365 Black Books Samella Lewis Wednesday

Born February 27, Dr. Samella Lewis was known as the “Godmother of African American Art.” She was an artist, art historian and scholar. A few of her books:

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