The Brown Bookshelf 28 Days Later Day 16: Kelli London

Kelli London, author of seven young adult novels, is spotlighted today in The Brown Bookshelf 28 Days Later.  Her titles include: Charly’s Epic Fiascos, Reality Check, Star Power, Boyfriend Season, Cali Boys, and Uptown Dreams.  Her most recent book is the fourth in the Charly’s Epic Fiascos series, Beware of Boys. Read more about this prolific writer here.

2014 African American Read-In

The National Council of Teachers of English is celebrating its 25th Annual African American Read-In.  Information about this event can be found by clicking here.

Churches, community organizations, schools, libraries and bookstores can participate in this event.  The event can be simple or elaborate, with the focus on literacy, using any works written by African Americans.  The event must be held during the month of February.  After the event, a brief report must be submitted to NCTE.