5 Great Books for Black History Month from Independent Authors

Here are 5 great books written by independent authors for you to share with your children for Black History Month:

How I Wear My Amazing Hair
By Comora’s Parents

This fun, playful book celebrates the beauty and versatility of natural hair, while recognizing the magic a mother possesses when she holds a comb in her hands. Its wonderful illustrations of Comora as she tries out each new hair design will delight you.

Find out more about this playful book at http://comorasstories.com

Princess Cupcake Jones and the Queen’s Closet
By Ylleya Fields

Princess Cupcake Jones is just your average little girl who loves exploring her mom’s closet and trying on her shoes. When she discovers a box she hadn’t noticed before, curiosity gets the better of her in this fun filled tale. Your children will enjoy the beautiful illustrations and searching for the special word “love” hidden in each picture.

Find out more about this silly book at http://www.princesscupcakejones.com

EJ’s Exciting Roadtrip
By Edwin Bonilla Jr

This non-fiction book written by five-year-old author Edwin Bonilla Jr follows his journey as he visits significant historical locations in the Civil Rights movement. It is a touching book that will help your children learn about Martin Luther King Jr and other players in the movement from a child’s point of view.

Find out more about this great book at http://www.amazon.com/EJs-Exciting-Road-Trip-Anniversary/dp/0996116109

Danny Dollar Millionaire Extraordinaire
By Ty Allan Jackson

Danny is your average neighborhood kid who dreams of growing up and becoming a millionaire. But bullies have other plans for Danny as he embarks on his Lemonade Escapade. Your kids will laugh out loud reading this funny book while learning about economics and entrepreneurship.

Find out more about this funny book at https://www.facebook.com/DannyDollarMillionaire

IA: Initiate
By John Darryl Winston

A great read for older kids, IA: Initiate is a supernatural thriller in a dystopian future where thirteen-year-old Naz discovers his telekinetic and telepathic powers while struggling with bullies, gangs, and the death of this parents. This highly rated, intelligent book is the first in a series that your preteen kids will love.

Find out more about this exciting book at http://www.johndarrylwinston.com

BONUS

I couldn’t finish this article without giving a shameless plug for my new book. So here is one more great story for you to celebrate Black History Month:

The Land without Color
By Benjamin Ellefson

When twelve-year-old Alvin blows an enormous, gum bubble, he floats above the clouds and lands in a strange world where all of the color has been stolen by goblins. To restore the color to the kingdom and save the twin princesses Gwendolyn and Sapphire, Alvin teams up with Permy the talking squirrel and Ronaldo to Spanish speaking mouse to battle man-eating plants, outsmart the Crimson Guards, cross the Sugar Desert, and overcome the two-headed dragon.

Find out more about this whimsical adventure at http://www.benjaminellefson.com

Written by Benjamin Ellefson, who is a champion of diversity in children's literature and author of the children’s book The Land without Color. Learn more at http://www.benjaminellefson.com/Land-without-Color/