#diversity

On BEA and Looking Critically at Publisher Promotions

The first of a two-part piece taking a hard look at publishing and diversity through the lens of this year's Book Expo America.

LibraryReads So White, or Why Librarians Need to Do Better

Since their creation, the Library Reads lists have only recommended 5.8% authors of color.

Well-Read Black Girl is Kickstarting a Writers’ Conference and Festival

Back this conference celebrating Black women writers!

Where We Can Go After Wonder Woman

The Wonder Woman movie has opened the door for future kick-ass female superhero movies. Here's what we'd like to see.

3 On A YA Theme: A+ Book Covers To Get Excited About

Excellent upcoming YA book covers featuring people of color. Sweet.

Action Item: Diverse Classroom Libraries in MD & NY

Let's fund these classrooms!

Action Item: Diverse Classroom Libraries in SD & MD

Donate to these public classroom libraries!

My Love/Hate Relationship with Marvel Comics

When it comes to Marvel Comics, Charles Paul Hoffman has a split personality. He loves Marvel's comics, but he criticizes them to help make them better.

Reading Protest Poetry in Preparation for Hamilton

By the time you read this, I will have seen Hamilton: I'm prepping for the show by reading all of the protest poetry I can find. Read on.

Please Stop Talking: A Response to IRON FIST Creator’s Racist Excuses

The creator of IRON FIST had some frustrating things to say about criticisms of the show. We have some things to say in response.