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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.
Black Klansman: That time a black cop went undercover with the KKK
In his new book, "Black Klansman: A Memoir" now a major motion picture directed by Spike Lee and produced by Jordan Peele; Ron Stallworth tells his his extraordinary true story of being a black detective who goes undercover to investigate the KKK. Black Klansman is in theaters Friday August 10th.
6 Audiobooks to Commemorate Nelson Mandela's Centenary
July 18th marked 100 years since Nelson Mandela’s birth and We Are LIT joined in the celebration of his centenary with Six Audiobooks you should listen to that honor his life and legacy.
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.
Epic Reads Costume Challenge -Shatter Me Book Series
Watch! Costume designer Kristina Makowski shares the inspiration behind her design for Epic Reads: Costume Challenge based on author Tahereh Mafi's "Shatter Me" young adult book series.
