African American Author The first African American author to publish a novel was William Wells Brown, who lived from 1815 to 1884. The novel, Clotel: Or, the President’s Daughter, is a ficti... Read more

African American Authors African American literature is the body of literature produced by writers of African descent. It traces its origins to the pioneering works of late 18th century Afri... Read more

African American Babies It’s a tragic and puzzling truth but truth it is – African American babies have the highest rate of infant mortality in the developed world. Fortunately, a recent the... Read more

African American Baby Names Naming a baby can be a daunting task. Some people think a baby’s name will point the way to success and prosperity – or the lack thereof – and place great signifi... Read more

African American Barbie Doll Barbara Millicent Roberts (“Barbie”) made her first official appearance on March 9, 1959, right in the middle of the Civil Rights Movement in the United States.... Read more

African American Black Art The study of African American black art is often presented in three distinct historical eras, all marking significant social and political achievements in the figh... Read more