African American
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Possessing a renewed commitment to behaving himself after
landing a new job and wife, Curtis Black quickly finds himself tempted
to fall into his old pattern of seducing women but wonders if he may
actually have met his match in his third wife. *Contains mature themes. |
“I like that this book is realistic, unpredictable, and short.”
Tyneka 11th Grade |
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Troubled fourteen-year-old Gayle is sent down South to live with her uncle and aunt, where her life begins to change as she experiences the healing power of the family. | “[This
story] shows relevancy to how teenage America really is, and shows that
teens really do, and can get pregnant at such a young age. This book
also tells of how the girl in the book goes off to live with her aunt
and uncle, and she changes her ways. So this book also shows, that no
matter what happens, or what you do, you can make a change." Spencer 12th Grade
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Bobby's carefree teenage life changes forever when he becomes a father and must care for his adored baby daughter. Notes: Coretta Scott King Award Booklist Editor’s Choice (2003) Michael L. Printz Award YALSA Best Book (2004) |
“This situation helps Americans realize that in situations like this, not only is the mother of the child affected, but also the father of the child is affected, as well. This book does a great job at showing this. I also recommend this book because I myself am not a reader. This book however is a book that I was very interested in and was glad that I read it after I finished it.” D.J. 12th Grade |
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After her "stand-in mother," a bold black woman named Rosaleen, insults the three biggest racists in town, Lily Owens joins Rosaleen on a journey to Tiburon, South Carolina, where they are taken in by three black, bee-keeping sisters. Notes: Book Sense Book of the Year Young Adult Library Services Association (YALSA) Best Book, 2003 School Library Journal Best Adult Books for Young Adults, 2002 |
“I like this story because even though it is long it’s a great story and has a good plot.” Paige - 11th Grade
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When Ian Striver is dared by "his boys" to sleep with plain Kylie Winship in just three weeks, he is up for the challenge, thinking it will be a breeze, but a series of unexpected events have surprises for both of them.
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“This book is very realistic. Almost every girl can relate to it because it is a very common topic, heartbreak. While reading this book you could actually feel Kylie’s pain. That’s what I like about the book.” Alexis - 10th Grade |
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A romantic voyage of self-discovery for African American DJ Daphne Dupree begins when the lonely Chicagoan meets Skylar, a sexual harassment mediator, and finds that a budding and blossoming relationship can lead to a true vision of self. |
“It talks about stuff that I can relate to and I know other people can relate to. It was an alright book.” Damesceion - 9th Grade |
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Inheriting the family business when his father is thrown in jail, seventeen-year-old Ty Johnson becomes one of the most successful drug dealers on the streets of Brooklyn until a competitor enters the neighborhood and a nasty turf war begins.
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“It was just
good. It keeps you in suspense. It has a shocking ending. It is also
a modern day book. It has to do with a young boy’s personal life story
and the changed that happens. It’s great!” Amma - 12th Grade |
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Theresa Anderson and Devon Hampton set out to beat the SAT in order to get into a top college; however, they must also deal with the reality of street violence that could keep them both from realizing their dream.
Notes: This book is a sequel to The Hoopster.
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“This book makes one of my top picks because it reminds me somewhat of my life. And I can relate to some of her problems.” Desha "Kaprice" - 10th Grade |
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The murder of a Philadelphia politician with a reputation for exposing corruption could lead to scandal when it is discovered that the man had been the victim of blackmail and that police officials may be responsible.
Notes: Kirkus and Booklist Starred Reviews
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“Pipe Dreams is a book that will have you hooked. Samuel Jackson is a black male who once had a wife and son but one day gave it all up and started getting high. His life just slipped away. He has a friend that he meets that gets him in a world of trouble. Now read this book and find out what happens.” Tasha - 10th Grade |
