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'We Can't Breathe' A New Collection of Essays from Jabari Asim
"Insightful and searing essays that celebrate the vibrancy and strength of black history and culture in America by critically acclaimed writer Jabari Asim."
The Hate U Give: Movie Release October 19th
Watch the official movie trailer for The Hate U Give, based on Angie Thomas’ bestselling, critically acclaimed debut novel!
Award-winning Latina Artist Tells Her Immigration Story in a Powerful New Children's Picture Book
At a time of great uncertainty for current and future immigrants, award-winning picture book creator Yuyi Morales, captivates and galvanizes young readers with her own immigration story in a new picture book, Dreamers. (September 4th)
Great American Reads: 15 Literary Classics Written By Diverse Authors
How many have you read? 15 Literary Classics by diverse authors nominated for PBS' The Great American Read, an eight part series exploring the power of reading through the prism of America’s 100 best-loved novels. The television series returns September 11th and is a documentary with compelling testimonials from authors, celebrities, and book lovers across the country. Read more.
Seven Socially Conscious Books to Read This Summer
From confederate statues to mass shootings to sports culture and take a knee, many are struggling with the current sociopolitical climate in the United States. We Are LIT has curated seven books everyone could benefit from reading to better understand the present moment in America.