Black History Month for Teens

A selection of books for teens by Black Canadian authors.

Updated January 29, 2024
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Greater Victoria Public Library
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The bones of ruin
Raughley, Sarah
Ebook
An African tightrope walker who can't die gets embroiled in a secret society's deadly gladiatorial tournament in this "bloodily spectacular" (Chloe Gong, New York Times bestselling author of These Violent Delights) historical fantasy set in an alternate 1880s London, perfect for...
Bruised
Boteju, Tanya
Paper Book
"A searing portrait of self-discovery; soulful and captivating." --Kirkus Reviews Whip It meets We Are Okay in this vibrant coming-of-age story about a teen girl navigating first love, identity, and grief as she immerses herself in the colorful, brutal,...
Facing the sun
Mather, Janice Lynn
Ebook
The Sisterhood of the Traveling Pants meets The Education of Margot Sanchez in this Caribbean-set "heartwarming and sincere" (Kirkus Reviews) story about four friends who experience unexpected changes in their lives during the summer when a hotel developer purchases...
Funny gyal : my fight against homophobia in Jamaica
Jackson, Angeline
Ebook
Lambda Literary Award for LGBTQ+ Young Adult -- 2022 Finalist "Instead of remaining silent, she chose to speak out ... That's the power of one person." -- Barack Obama The inspiring story of Angeline Jackson, who stood up to Jamaica's...
Learning to breathe
Mather, Janice Lynn
Audiobook
Twice as perfect
Onomé, Louisa
Audiobook

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