An Anti-Racist Graphic Novel Reading List

In tribute to the memory of George Floyd, who died at the hands of the Minneapolis police, and in support of the worldwide outcry over his death, we present this list—compiled by the comics editors at Publishers Weekly —of graphic titles about African American life and history. The titles here are primarily nonfiction graphic works … The post An Anti-Racist Graphic Novel Reading List appeared first on The Millions. Continue reading at 'The Millions'

[ The Millions | 2020-06-16 16:00:22 UTC ]

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7 important books for building an anti-racist workplace

Add these to your reading list if you want to create a truly inclusive work environment. As massive crowds fill the streets to protest police brutality following the death of George Floyd, many people are also taking another important action: reading.Read Full Story Continue reading at Fast Company

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‘No reader is too young to start’: anti-racist books for all children and teens

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Own it! pledges solidarity with Movement for Black Lives

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Anti-racist book sales surge in US and Britain after George Floyd killing

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Panel Mania: Stuck Rubber Baby by Howard Cruse

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Hachette donates £20k as trade supports Black Lives Matter

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