March 12th 2024.
The New Brownies' Book: A Love Letter to Black Families has recently been awarded the prestigious NAACP Image Award for Outstanding Literary Work in the Nonfiction category. This beautiful coffee table book, which was released in October 2023, has already captured the hearts of many and received recognition before the 55th annual event was even aired live.
The book, created by husband-and-wife team Charly Palmer and Karida L. Brown, was inspired by the original children's magazine written by W.E.B. DuBois in 1920. It was the first of its kind to focus on the experiences and stories of Black youth. Throughout The New Brownies' Book, readers will find excerpts from DuBois' groundbreaking work, paying homage to his vision and legacy.
In a previous interview with BLACK ENTERPRISE, the creators shared their mission to engage and inspire young Black minds, while also celebrating the work of DuBois. The New Brownies' Book showcases a variety of creative pieces from Black authors, including short stories, poetry, and fine art. Notably, the book features contributions from both established writers, such as BE's Director of Content Ida Harris, and talented young artists. It truly is a captivating read for all ages.
In a recent Instagram post, Charly Palmer expressed his gratitude for the NAACP Image Award, stating that "along with a collective of 49 writers and artists, [they] woke up winners of a NAACP Image Award for [their] art." Harris also shared her excitement, saying, "It's a testament to the power and beauty of village work, the urgency of sustaining Black art, and to carrying forward Dr. W.E.B. Dubois' vision and that which his committed editor Jessie Redmon Fauset actualized, in a contemporary, inclusive, and tangible way."
The New Brownies' Book was chosen as the winner among four other exceptional works, including The Art of Ruth E. Carter and Black AF History. It now stands alongside previous award-winning titles like Barack Obama's A Promised Land and Nikole Hannah-Jones' The 1619 Project: A New Origin Story. This is a remarkable achievement for the book and its creators.
For those interested in getting their hands on a copy of this award-winning book, it is available for purchase at various retailers. And for those who want to learn more about the rich history and culture of the Black community, be sure to tune into the 55th NAACP Image Awards, which will be broadcasted live on BET on March 16. As this year's Kwanzaa theme, Umoja, reminds us, let us honor and celebrate the early Pan-Africanists who paved the way for our present and future.
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