Black Children’s Books and Authors (BCBA)

Our mission is to promote awareness of children’s and young adult literature by Black authors. Our online author directory lists traditional and self-published authors. Whether you are a student, parent, educator, librarian, avid reader, or someone who just stumbled upon this site, this resource is for you to expand your knowledge of Black children’s authors and the stories they write.

March 31, 2025

Youth Art Month (YAM): 36 Picture Books by Black Artists

“One of the best things about my art is how many people see themselves and their lives in my scenes…My art makes people think about some […]
March 25, 2025

International Day of Remembrance of the Victims of Slavery and the Transatlantic Slave Trade: 24 Books

“The people survived The people fought” ― Renée Watson, The 1619 Project: Born on the Water On March 25, 2025, people all across the world will […]
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