The contribution made by African American writers in the world of literature is undeniably huge. They have consistently produced excellent page turners that have gone on to win numerous global awards. Their darling themes range from economic empowerment to immigration, race and relationships, among others. Bearing in mind the words of Maya Angelou that it is torturous to live with an untold story, the following novels by African American authors have enabled them to tell their stories to the world in a unique way.
A Brief History of Seven Killings is work attributed to James Marlon. James captured the attention of the world with his vivid characters and meticulously woven tales. He explores the Jamaican society through the lives of its famous sons. The narratives point at an inability to divorce individuals from their society. Further, it is this society that determines and delivers their fate, that is impossible to escape.
The Color Purple is written by the recipient of Pulitzer Prize and National Book Award named Alice Walker. She tells the story from the perspective of women especially their contribution to American culture through Broadway shows. It is a narrative laced with courage that was later turned into a move which was a nominee for Academy Award.
Terry Macmillan is a master story teller who rose to fame with Waiting to Exhale, among other works. This time she has penned Getting to Happy. The novel explores the lives of now-grown Savannah, Robin, Gloria and Bernadine. The image given is that of sassy, smart mouthed and vivid ladies. Their daily lives lead them to self discovery that could easily deny ordinary person happiness. They get a new calling to search for this happiness regardless of the circumstance.
Bloodchild and Other Stories is an anthology by the famed Octavia Butler. She is the same author behind Kindred. The author has received both Hugo and Nebula awards in the past making her a recognized story teller of the science fiction class. This is an opportunity to oscillate between the earth and distant stars.
The Fifth Season is an imaginative narrative of a rift that causes the view of the sun to be blocked by ash from the earth. The setting captures a hero with a missing daughter after the son is murdered. It is about a festering wound of betrayal. The land where it is set has gotten accustomed to catastrophe leaving no room for mercy. The power holding the earth has been turned into a weapon. The book won international acclaim by receiving the Hugo Award.
Nnedi Okorafor in Binti narrates the story of a recipient of a coveted scholarship to study at Oomza University. The institution is at another planet that demands a great deal of sacrifice. She has to fight to get there as well as bear with a people who have no regard for her culture. It is the passion to acquire knowledge that keeps her going and makes her bear the scars that come with the journey.
Numerous African American story tellers have graced the literary scene. Many more like Colson whitehead, Jesmyn Ward and Hannaham James continue to make their contributions. As the stories and themes widen, the world continues to enjoy the work of these distinguished story tellers.
A Brief History of Seven Killings is work attributed to James Marlon. James captured the attention of the world with his vivid characters and meticulously woven tales. He explores the Jamaican society through the lives of its famous sons. The narratives point at an inability to divorce individuals from their society. Further, it is this society that determines and delivers their fate, that is impossible to escape.
The Color Purple is written by the recipient of Pulitzer Prize and National Book Award named Alice Walker. She tells the story from the perspective of women especially their contribution to American culture through Broadway shows. It is a narrative laced with courage that was later turned into a move which was a nominee for Academy Award.
Terry Macmillan is a master story teller who rose to fame with Waiting to Exhale, among other works. This time she has penned Getting to Happy. The novel explores the lives of now-grown Savannah, Robin, Gloria and Bernadine. The image given is that of sassy, smart mouthed and vivid ladies. Their daily lives lead them to self discovery that could easily deny ordinary person happiness. They get a new calling to search for this happiness regardless of the circumstance.
Bloodchild and Other Stories is an anthology by the famed Octavia Butler. She is the same author behind Kindred. The author has received both Hugo and Nebula awards in the past making her a recognized story teller of the science fiction class. This is an opportunity to oscillate between the earth and distant stars.
The Fifth Season is an imaginative narrative of a rift that causes the view of the sun to be blocked by ash from the earth. The setting captures a hero with a missing daughter after the son is murdered. It is about a festering wound of betrayal. The land where it is set has gotten accustomed to catastrophe leaving no room for mercy. The power holding the earth has been turned into a weapon. The book won international acclaim by receiving the Hugo Award.
Nnedi Okorafor in Binti narrates the story of a recipient of a coveted scholarship to study at Oomza University. The institution is at another planet that demands a great deal of sacrifice. She has to fight to get there as well as bear with a people who have no regard for her culture. It is the passion to acquire knowledge that keeps her going and makes her bear the scars that come with the journey.
Numerous African American story tellers have graced the literary scene. Many more like Colson whitehead, Jesmyn Ward and Hannaham James continue to make their contributions. As the stories and themes widen, the world continues to enjoy the work of these distinguished story tellers.
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