samedi 14 octobre 2017

By Margaret Hall


Reading has always been a favorite past time by many. With the advent of electronic readers as well as the rise in smart phone usage, it is easier than ever to enjoy a good read. The variety of available books are quite wide and encompasses many niches. Some prefer reading mysteries, others like suspense or romance novels, still others prefer novels by African American authors.

Actually books penned by African American authors are no different than the many others as they provide many options for the enjoyment of the reader. If you are not sure where to start, lists can be accessed which provides the public with information about the author listed, their style, as well as which book they suggest you read of that authors first. This information helps the reader narrow their search quickly and reduces the guesswork.

As mentioned earlier, there are lists of African American authors. These exist specifically to help those wanting a bit of assistance in determining what they would be interested in. Some of the lists are quite extensive and include pretty much all styles of writing whether it is sci-fi, romance, horror, or mystery to name a few.

The majority of lists available includes both well known authors as well as those not so known. Some of the most known which are on the lists include Maya Angelou, Thomas Sowell, Alice Walker and Frederick Douglass. There are other notable authors included which have also written well read novels that should be explored. Do a little research to find the best fit and explore the many possibilities.

Some readers enjoy finding out about the author and their life so they have a sense of who they are. If they feel a connection, they try their writing and will often stick with a particular author enjoying all of their work. If this is the case, doing research online is quite easy as there is lots of information that can easily be accessed.

There is a misconception by many that African American writers limit themselves to poetry, historical writing, or urban stories. This is a myth as literature by African Americans run the gamut to cover most styles. One can find great horror novels, romance books, and pretty much any style enjoyed by the reader. There is something offered if you do not mind doing a bit of research to find them.

There is a group of readers that prefer only reading books found on a best seller list. Books by African American authors have been listed on best seller lists many times. To find out which ones, a quick query is all it takes as this information is easily found online.

We need to also note here that there are quite a variety of books by these writers that were also adapted into movies. Many of them are quite well known. A few include the book turned into mini series, Roots. The book, The Color Purple, was not only a book turned movie but is also a successful Broadway show. In addition to these two, there are other well known reads which have been successful moves. Whether one wants to find a great book or a movie to enjoy, one can easily locate something to enjoy.




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