african american authors

The autobiography of an African-American writer, recounting his early years and the harrowing experiences he encountered drifting from Natchez to Chicago to Brooklyn.

Discusses the life of James Baldwin, his activism in civil rights, and the importance of his writings.

Examines the life of poet and author Maya Angelou, discussing her difficult childhood, her education, and her marriages and son, and looking at her accomplishments as the first African-American streetcar conductor in San Francisco, as an entertainer, writer, and civil rights activist.

A continuation of her autobiography by the author of "I Know Why the Caged Bird Sings" and "Gather Together In my Name." Tells of her marriage and her theatrical career.

An account by the African-American author of her rise to a place of prominence among American writers.

A biography of writer Maya Angelou, discussing her early life in Stamps, Arkansas, her move to San Francisco, her involvement in the Civil Rights movement, and her success as an author.

This book describes the life and career of Tyler Perry, who is a successful actor, writer, director, and producer.

Offers a comprehensive overview of the life and career of award-winning author Angela Johnson, offering detailed literary analysis of her major works, focusing on the cultural insights and connections to African-American literary history found in her work.