african american authors

A collection of short biographies of noted African-American female writers, including Maya Angelou, Gwendolyn Brooks, and Nikki Giovanni.

Profiles eight African-American male writers: James Baldwin, Charles Chesnutt, Paul Laurence Dunbar, Ralph Ellison, Alex Haley, Chester Himes, Langston Hughes, and Richard Wright.

Chronicles the life and experiences of American folklorist and author during the time of the Harlem Renaissance, Zora Neale Hurston, describing her ambitions, struggles, and achievements.

Provides a brief biography of African-American storyteller Christopher Paul Curtis.

Profiles notable African Americans in the field of literature, including Maya Angelou, James Baldwin, and Mildred Taylor.

Explores the life and career of African-American author Zora Neale Hurston, discussing how her studies of African-American culture and folklore helped her write her novels, plays, and stories.