An Amazon Best Book of 2021 A Washington Post Best Book of 2021
A Boston Globe Best Book of 2021
A New York Public Library Best Book of 2021A Chicago Public Library Best Book of 2021
A Kirkus Reviews Best Book of 2021 A Publishers Weekly Best Book of 2021 A School Library Journal Best Book of 2021 A BookPage Best Book of 2021 "From stories to poetry and comics,
Black Boy Joy has something for every type of reader."--
The New York Times Book Review ★ "
Luminous . . . Filtering perennial subjects such as friendships, gender identity, and family through the lenses of magic, science, space travel, superheroes, and more, this is
an exuberant celebration of carefree Black experiences; while it will especially resonate with Black readers, any reader will appreciate how this genre-bending collection expands the horizons of what joy for Black boys can be."--
Publishers Weekly, starred review
★ "This book is
a must-have in every collection for its variety of topics and its celebration of Black boyhood in all its forms."--
School Library Journal, starred review
★ "In a world where Black boys' stories are often tragedies, statistics, and stereotypes,
this work surely reclaims ownership over the boldness, creativity, and wholeness they possess." --
Booklist, starred review
★ "Some are humorous, some are poignant, but all are compelling reading...
A unique, timely, and necessary read." --
Kirkus Reviews, starred review
★ "This anthology for middle-graders is
beautifully and unapologetically written, allowing anyone, regardless of age, sex or race, to feel a sense of pride and joy in being true to themselves."--
Shelf Awareness, starred review
"A book that in addition to celebrating joy reminds readers that getting excited and caring--about people, about stuff--is
cool and rewarding." --
The Bulletin "Honest and fresh . . .
Black Boy Joy is a treasure to share and return to again and again."--
BookPage
