Memoir

Colorful covers of six books.
catherine lizette gonzalez  Jul 5, 2019 8:02AM EDT

#ColorlinesReads: 6 Books That Complicate the Idea of 'Independence'

In lieu of celebrating “Independence Day,” we present a selection of titles that explore the idea of liberation via the lives, poetry, history and art of people of color.
Two rows of four book covers including the collected schizophrenias, pleasure activism, how we fight white supremacy, halal if you hear me, thick, we live for the we, the good immigrant and our history is the future
catherine lizette gonzalez  Apr 5, 2019 7:00AM EDT

10 Books by Writers of Color That Embrace Self-Love, Resilience and Authenticity

From poetry to memoir, self-help to commentary, let these spring reads enrich your mind and spirit.
A grid of summer books with titles like "sick," "if they come for us," "we built the wall," "assata taught me," and more
catherine lizette gonzalez  Jun 29, 2018 1:10PM EDT

The Must-Read Race and Culture Books of the Summer

From memoirs to poetry to fiction, these titles will deepen your understanding of what’s going on, inspire activism and even entertain the kids.
Taraji P. Henson in black leather dress with black ponytail against white background
Sameer Rao  Oct 13, 2016 10:54AM EDT

ICYMI: Taraji P. Henson Discusses How Hollywood Treats Black Actresses in New Memoir

“Around the Way Girl: A Memoir” hit bookshelves on Tuesday. In it, the acclaimed actress candidly discusses Hollywood’s undervaluing of Black performers.
Man with black hair, grey checkered shirt and black jacket hold black-and-silver microphone while laughing
Sameer Rao  Oct 11, 2016 12:53PM EDT

How 'Fresh Off The Boat' Executive Producer Melvin Mar Helped Change Hollywood Behind the Scenes

The third season of the family comedy premiered this week. Here, Melvin Mar talks about making history with the first Asian-American show in 20 years and the long game he played to get it on the small screen. 
Qimmah Saafir  Apr 9, 2015 12:32PM EDT

Supermodel Patricia Velasquez Tells Her Coming-Out Story

The Venezuelan beauty wants to inspire others to embrace their true identities with her new memoir.
Carla Murphy  Sep 29, 2014 3:21PM EDT

Daisy Hernández Writes About Race and The New York Times

Her new memoir is, “A Cup of Water Under My Bed”
Julianne Hing  Aug 29, 2014 7:08AM EDT

8 Books That Shaped 'A Cup of Water Under My Bed' Author Daisy Hernández

The author shares the books, including unexpected picks, that have inspired her.
Jamilah King  Sep 20, 2013 10:09AM EDT

Grace Jones Is Coming Out With a Memoir Next Fall

Get excited.