African American writers have made an undeniably significant contribution to the world of literature. They are responsible for award winning page turners. Some of their favorite themes include relationships, race, immigration and economic empowerment. In the words of Maya Angelou that the greatest agony is living with an untold story, here is a list of excellent novels by African American authors that helped them tell their stories.
A Brief History of Seven Killings is work attributed to James Marlon. James captured the attention of the world with his vivid characters and meticulously woven tales. He explores the Jamaican society through the lives of its famous sons. The narratives point at an inability to divorce individuals from their society. Further, it is this society that determines and delivers their fate, that is impossible to escape.
The writer of The Color Purple is a recipient of National Book Award and Pulitzer Prize. Alice Walker chooses the theme of women and their social contribution to culture. She picks Broadway shows to highlight the contribution women make to the culture of this society. The movie that was developed from this novel went on to be nominated for Academy Award.
Getting to Happy is a carefully woven story by Terry Macmillan, the famed author of Waiting to Exhale. This is a more engaging and exuberant sequel that will captivate the mind of any reader. The story is a revision of the lives of Robin, Bernadine, Gloria and Savannah. In this setting, these characters are sassy, smart-mouthed and more vivid. They will encounter situations that force them to look deeper into own lives. They are only left with one goal, to chase happiness.
Octavia Butler is a household name whose profile grows with Bloodchild and Other Stories. This title comes after the award winning Kindred. As a recipient of Nebula and Hugo awards, her mastery of science fiction and story telling is undeniable. Her stories link the earth with distant stars in a skillful manner.
The Fifth Season is an exciting narrative about a world that has gotten used to catastrophe. The opening scene features a sun whose view is blocked by ash from a rift on earth. You will also encounter the struggle of a man who has lost a daughter in the process and whose son has been killed. In the bigger plan, it is the powers that control the earth that are now being used as weapons. This story is a recipient of Hugo Award.
Nnedi Okorafor is the brain behind Binti, a narrative of sacrifice by the first recipient of a much coveted scholarship to Oomza University. She has to transverse the universe and encounter people with little regard for her culture. As much as this journey is torturous, she has to emerge victorious because she needs the knowledge at the university. The journey will leave her with scars.
Numerous African American story tellers have graced the literary scene. Many more like Colson whitehead, Jesmyn Ward and Hannaham James continue to make their contributions. As the stories and themes widen, the world continues to enjoy the work of these distinguished story tellers.
A Brief History of Seven Killings is work attributed to James Marlon. James captured the attention of the world with his vivid characters and meticulously woven tales. He explores the Jamaican society through the lives of its famous sons. The narratives point at an inability to divorce individuals from their society. Further, it is this society that determines and delivers their fate, that is impossible to escape.
The writer of The Color Purple is a recipient of National Book Award and Pulitzer Prize. Alice Walker chooses the theme of women and their social contribution to culture. She picks Broadway shows to highlight the contribution women make to the culture of this society. The movie that was developed from this novel went on to be nominated for Academy Award.
Getting to Happy is a carefully woven story by Terry Macmillan, the famed author of Waiting to Exhale. This is a more engaging and exuberant sequel that will captivate the mind of any reader. The story is a revision of the lives of Robin, Bernadine, Gloria and Savannah. In this setting, these characters are sassy, smart-mouthed and more vivid. They will encounter situations that force them to look deeper into own lives. They are only left with one goal, to chase happiness.
Octavia Butler is a household name whose profile grows with Bloodchild and Other Stories. This title comes after the award winning Kindred. As a recipient of Nebula and Hugo awards, her mastery of science fiction and story telling is undeniable. Her stories link the earth with distant stars in a skillful manner.
The Fifth Season is an exciting narrative about a world that has gotten used to catastrophe. The opening scene features a sun whose view is blocked by ash from a rift on earth. You will also encounter the struggle of a man who has lost a daughter in the process and whose son has been killed. In the bigger plan, it is the powers that control the earth that are now being used as weapons. This story is a recipient of Hugo Award.
Nnedi Okorafor is the brain behind Binti, a narrative of sacrifice by the first recipient of a much coveted scholarship to Oomza University. She has to transverse the universe and encounter people with little regard for her culture. As much as this journey is torturous, she has to emerge victorious because she needs the knowledge at the university. The journey will leave her with scars.
Numerous African American story tellers have graced the literary scene. Many more like Colson whitehead, Jesmyn Ward and Hannaham James continue to make their contributions. As the stories and themes widen, the world continues to enjoy the work of these distinguished story tellers.
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