We already know that there are many brilliant books about race written by Black British writers but there are so many beautiful works of fiction too. While non-fiction from diverse voices about the UK is so important, there are so many thrilling stories and vital themes that are addressed so breathtakingly in fiction. The answer is, of course, to enjoy a blend of both to be entertained and educated while supporting Black British authors in the UK. In September 2020, 600 books were published in one day, which shows how easy it is to ignore so many incredible writers. These…
11 books by Black British writers about race and history in the UK
The UK has long had problems with systemic racism and white supremacy, so it isn’t surprising that many talented Black British authors have written some great books about it. In a time when race is still not the mainstream conversation that it should be and when black history (and others) is siloed away instead of integrated into our textbooks, self-education is taking on a renewed importance. We’re reticent to speak about race in the UK, a cowardly stance that doesn’t serve anyone and we need to create our own basis for discussions. It’s not up to Black people to educate…
