Authors
Black authors have played a critical role in shaping literature, culture, and society by sharing stories and perspectives that often challenge dominant narratives.
Black authors are vital to both the literary world and broader society, as they provide insight, challenge conventions, and contribute to the ongoing fight for equality and justice. Their works resonate beyond race and culture, offering universal lessons on humanity, resilience, and dignity.
Iesha Webster-Harris
Author / Higher Education Professional Birth: Unknown Education: Grambling State University; Capella University Career as an author: My Mom Says
Elliot Blaine Henderson
Author Birth: October 6, 1877 (Springfield, Ohio) Died: August 3, 1944 Career as an Author: He has self-published nine volumes
Beatrice “Tommie” Holland
Author / Educator/ Judge Birth: March 6, 1916 in Madison County, Kentucky Died: January 12, 2003, in Indianapolis, Indiana (she
Booker T. Washington
Author/Military Birth: 1935 Education: He studied business at Indiana University East, but still took many English and writing courses. Military
Ernestine Garrett Lucas
Author/ Educator/ Artist Birth: November 20, 1914 in Richmond, Indiana Died: June 24, 2005 in Springfield, Ohio Education: She graduated