As we move into December, the season of cozy nights and endless cups of tea, there’s no better time to dive into a new book. While the list of releases this month may be smaller than usual, these titles are bursting with the power, resilience, and creativity of BIPOC authors. From deep explorations of identity to page-turning fiction, and inspiring guides to healing, there’s something here for everyone.

Here are all the books you won’t want to miss this month, along with a spotlight on my top three picks that are guaranteed to make an impact.

My TOP Picks

Kingdom of No Tomorrow by Fabienne Josaphat

Set in a vivid and volatile Haiti, Kingdom of No Tomorrow is a gripping tale of resilience and rebellion. Josaphat’s novel weaves the lives of characters striving to escape the oppressive weight of their realities while finding moments of love, courage, and clarity. This is more than a story—it’s an ode to the unbreakable human spirit.

Black Girls Breathing: Heal from Trauma, Combat Chronic Stress, and Find Your Freedom by Jasmine Marie

Part self-help, part revolution, Jasmine Marie offers a lifeline to Black women navigating a world that often feels suffocating. Through practical exercises and personal anecdotes, Black Girls Breathing encourages readers to heal, claim their freedom, and thrive unapologetically. This book is a gift to the mind, body, and soul.

Somebody’s Husband by Robbi Renee

Listen I LOVED ‘Somebody’s Wife, by the same author, and the cover of this one has me re-thinking a lot! So I’m ready for this read. What happens when love defies the rules? Somebody’s Husband is an intoxicating tale of romance and secrets, exploring the complexities of relationships, morality, and desire. Robbi Renee delivers a story that will leave you questioning what you’re willing to risk for love.

Adult Fiction and Non-Fiction Releases

Daughters of the Nile by Zahra Barri
Gabriel’s Moon by William Boyd
Kindred Creation: Parables and Paradigms for Freedom—Black Worldmaking to Reclaim Our Heritage and Humanity by Aida Mariam Davis
Untethered by Angela Jackson-Brown
How to Be Heard by Roxane Gay
Change Everything: Racial Capitalism and the Case for Abolition by Ruth Wilson Gilmore
My Fairy God Somebody by Charlene Allen
A Breathless Sky by Veronica G. Henry

Children’s Books

For the little readers in your life, these vibrant and meaningful books are perfect additions to their shelves:

My Afro Is a Rising Sun by Yaram Yahu
Getting Ready for Valentine’s Day by Vera Ahiyya
Andy Johnson and the March for Justice by Esau McCaulley
Millie Magnus Won’t Be Bullied by Brittany Mazique
Who Was Shirley Chisholm? by Crystal Hubbard
When the Mapou Sings by Nadine Pinede

This month’s releases remind us that, even in quieter times, there’s no shortage of transformative stories from BIPOC authors. Whether you’re looking to expand your library or gift a book to a loved one, December’s offerings are sure to inspire, heal, and delight.

Which book are you most excited to read this month? Let me know in the comments or tag me on Instagram @ThisBlackGirlReads. Let’s talk about it!

Happy reading, sis.