A Year of Black Joy

Name: A Year of Black Joy
Brand: Thames and Hudson (Australia) Pty Ltd
SKU: 9781915569028
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52 Black Voices Share Their Life Passions

By Jamia Wilson

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A Year of Black Joy by Jamia Wilson celebrates Black culture and history through stories, poems, and activities designed for children. The book aims to inspire gratitude, creativity, and reflection, encouraging young readers to engage with and celebrate diverse experiences all year round. It's an educational and uplifting guide with colourful illustrations and thought-provoking content.
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This book may appeal to you if you are looking to explore themes of cultural identity and empowerment with children. It’s perfect for young readers who enjoy stories highlighting the joy and accomplishments within the Black community, offering inspiration and celebration throughout the year.

A Year of Black Joy

An uplifting and empowering anthology of joyful contributions from 52 contemporary Black voices including chef Andi Oliver, author Patrice Lawrence, space scientist Dr Maggie Aderin-Pocock and climate activist Vanessa Nakate.

From chef Andi Oliver to author Patrice Lawrence; from politician David Lammy to poet Lemn Sissay, join 52 inspirational Black voices in this uplifting and empowering treasury as they come together to share their experiences of joy.

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This joy-filled collection of contributions comes from 52 cultural luminaries from around the world. Discover the joy of chess with Grandmaster Maurice Ashley, then learn the moves of the game. Find the joy in stories with award-winning author Patrice Lawrence, then gather the tools to write your own. Experience the joy of food with renowned chef Andi Oliver, then follow a recipe to make a delicious dish.

Whether you read an entry a week or dip into it whenever you are feeling in need of joy, A Year of Black Joy is a book to treasure all year round.

Contributors include:

Artistic director Davalois Fearon
Florist Hazel Gardiner
Life coach David Hale Sylvester
Musician Nate Holder
Founder of UK Black Pride Lady Phyll
Historian Blair Imani
Scientist Raven the Science Maven
Professor John McWhorter
Author Patrice Lawrence
Activist Tabitha St. Bernard-Jacobs
Chef Amanda Yee
Poet Lemn Sissay OBE
Meteorologist Alex Wallace
Producer and storyteller Laura Henry-Allain MBE
Interior designer Michelle Ogundehin
Artist Tatyana Fazlalizadeh
Environmentalist Vanessa Nakate
Doctor Ronx Ikharia
Gardener Tayshan Hayden-Smith
Illustrator Jade Orlando
Student Chantale Zuzi
Biologist Gillian Burke
Oceanographer Bethanie Edwards
Beekeeper Samantha Foxx
Professor Birgitta Johnson
Lifestyle blogger Marie Lahai
Comedian Inel Tomlinson
Grandmaster Maurice Ashley
Artist Andrea Pippins
Founder at Black Girls Hike UK Rhiane Fatinikun
Athlete Kare Adenegan
Photographer and filmmaker Nganji Mutiri
Broadcaster Miquita Oliver
Journalist Candice Brathwaite-Aboderin
Cellist Sheku Kanneh-Mason MBE
Breathwork coach Kathleen Booker
Politician David Lammy
Chef Andi Oliver
Digital creator Phil Calvert
Celebrity hairstylist Yene Damtew
Space Scientist Maggie Aderin-Pocock
Birdwatcher David Lindo
Palaeontologist Dr. Lisa White
Archaeologist Ayana Omilade Flewellen
Co-founder of Stemettes Anne-Marie Imafidon MBE
Podcasters Dr. Samantha Coleman & Sandria Washington
Entrepreneur Andy Ayim MBE
Rugby Football Union Chairman Thomas Ilube CBE
Conservationist Tolga Aktas
Adventurer Sibusiso Vilane
Historian Advolly Richmond
Crafter Nerissa Pratt

Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781915569028

Publisher: Magic Cat Publishing

Format: Hardback

Date Published: 28 September 2023

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Magic Cat Publishing

Contributors:

Illustrated by Jade Orlando

Audience: Children

DIMENSIONS

Width: 270.0mm

Height: 210.0mm

Weight: 0g

Pages: 112

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About the Author

JAMIA WILSON is a feminist, activist, writer and speaker from the States. Her work has appeared in numerous outlets, including the New York Times, the Today Show, CNN, Elle, BBC, Rookie, Refinery 29, Glamour, Teen Vogue and The Washington Post. She is the author of This Book Is Feminist, Young, Gifted and Black, Step into Your Power, Big Ideas for Young Thinkers and the ABC's of AOC.

JADE ORLANDO was born on an army base in North Carolina and grew up in a tiny Michigan town. She received her BFA in Illustration from SCAD Savannah, and currently lives in Atlanta, Georgia, with her husband, greyhound and four cats. She is the illustrator of Bedtime Stories: Beautiful Black Tales from the Past and co-illustrator of Hey You! Clients include Scholastic, Carter's, Amazon and Oopsy Daisy.

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