February is Black History Month, and that means it's a great time to take stock of some of the Black creators who have helped ...

Although “I Am Nobody’s Slave” takes the form of a memoir, Minnesota native Lee Hawkins’ book becomes something bigger: an ...

In his second collection, ‘Loud & Smart & in Color’ (Silver Sprocket, Feb.), the cartoonist and his signature animal avatar return with a collection that toggles between absurd and the mundane—this ...

After the preschool years, kids still like cartoons, but they want something more complex than straightforward messages about friendship and sharing. They like a bit of conflict, some bad guys (who ...

The symposium, held at the Barnes & Noble on Old Country Road in Carle Place, featured 11 authors, a panel discussion, a ...

Thirteen-year-old writer Ariana Shaprow is displaying her poem “The Way It Should Be” at the Mosaic Children’s Museum in Woodland, California, celebrating the accomplishments of ...

Maya Angelou, an influential visual poet, and civil rights activist, remains a cornerstone in Black history. Her work inspires courage, resilience, and to be proud of your culture. This legacy makes ...

Ten years after his death, the U.S. Postal Service is putting a well-deserved focus on New Orleans music legend Allen Toussaint by honoring him with a postage stamp in its 2025 Black Heritage series.

Moss told Crump about the South African inspiration behind his short piece, "A Kalahari Eclogue", and the challenges of writing for a children's group of mixed ability together with symphony orchestra ...

The conversation around mental health in the Black community is evolving, particularly when it comes to children. With over 25 years of experience working with young patients, Dr. Kimberly ...