If you’re anything like me, your TBR is already overflowing… and August isn’t helping. This month is an incredible one for Black literature, with more than 60 books by Black authors arriving on shelves. Every …
Emancipation Day: 9 Books That Help Us Remember, Reflect, and Continue the Work
On August 1, we pause. Not because freedom arrived in full, but because we remember the people who imagined it long before they were allowed to live it. In 2021, Canada officially recognized August 1 …
50+ Books by Black Authors Coming Out in July 2026
There is something magical about a fresh stack of July releases. Maybe it’s the long evenings that invite us to linger with a good book. Maybe it’s the slower pace of summer that finally gives …
June BOTM: We Don’t Talk About Carol by Kristen L. Berry
Some stories entertain us. And then there are stories that ask us to bear witness. For June, TBGR Book Club is reading We Don’t Talk About Carol by Kristen L. Berry, a powerful debut novel …
60+ Books by Black Authors Dropping This Month (March 2026) and My Top 6
March said: new month, new books, new ways to ruin our holds queue. If you’re trying to read more Black authors (or you already do and you’re just here to stay fed), this is your …
Beyond the Single Story: Why Black Canadian Storytelling Deserves More Than a Box
There are some conversations that feel bigger than an event. This is one of them. On Sunday, March 1, 2026 (2:00–4:00 PM), Pickering Public Library is hosting In Conversation with Black Canadian Authors: Beyond the …