Black Writers Matter
Edited by Whitney French + Forward by Afua Cooper
Edited by Whitney French + Forward by Afua Cooper
Edited by Whitney French + Forward by Afua Cooper
"Black Writers? African, Bluesy, Classical, Disrespectful, Erudite, Fiery, Groovy, Haunting, Inspiring, Jazzy, Knowing, Liberating, Militant, Nervy, Optimistic, Pugnacious, Quixotic, Rambunctious, Seductive, Truculent, Urgent, Vivacious, Wicked, X-ray sharp, Yearning, Zesty. And so, they matter!" —George Elliott Clarke
An anthology of African-Canadian writing, Black Writers Matter offers a cross-section of established writers and newcomers to the literary world who tackle contemporary and pressing issues with beautiful, sometimes raw, prose. As editor Whitney French says in her introduction, Black Writers Matter “injects new meaning into the word diversity [and] harbours a sacredness and an everydayness that offers Black people dignity. ” An “invitation to read, share, and tell stories of Black narratives that are close to the bone,” this collection feels particular to the Black Canadian experience.
Pre-owned edition
Paperback 216 pages
Publisher: University of Regina Press
Edition: Revised
Published: November 6, 2021
Physical Dimensions: 6" x 9"
Shipping Weight: 0.25 lbs.