June 9, 2021

Juneteenth 2021: It’s Our 6th Anniversary!

“Freedom is worth celebrating and I am pleased that we in Texas have been celebrating it for 115 years. I am proud that the celebration is […]
June 7, 2021

Debut You: A 2021 Debut Author Series: Liselle Sambury

Debut You is an interview feature on Our Stories Matter blog. Debut authors, who have released or have upcoming releases in 2021, are given five questions […]
June 7, 2021

Caribbean Heritage Month: 16 Children’s and YA Books

National Caribbean-American Heritage Month is here! Enjoy the wonderful selections listed, great for this month, summer reading, or anytime during the year. Check out Shakirah Bourne, […]
June 3, 2021

Summer Reading 2021: Part 2: 24 Books by Debut Authors

It’s the end of the school year for many districts around the country, and everyone knows it has been challenging for educators, parents, and students. The […]