Hello Readers,
Welcome to the February edition of the Book Beat newsletter!
February is Black History Month, which pays tribute to the generations of African Americans who struggled with adversity to achieve full citizenship in American society, and honors the triumphs and struggles of African Americans throughout U.S. history. At Book Beat, explore a breadth of African American art and literature through poetry, fiction, essays, history, photography, and more! The Book Beat staff looks forward to recommending something new for you, such as staff favorites like Nikki Giovanni, Bell Hooks, James Baldwin, Gordon Parks, James McBride, and so many other influential figures.
Check out the new list of 2025 Michigan Notable Books, including store favorites like Citizen Printer, MC5: An Oral Biography of Rock’s Most Revolutionary Band, and more!
Congratulations to the latest American Library Association 2025 Youth Media Award winners!
Read small press book reviews, author interviews, and indie recommendations from our resident bibliophile Tom Bowden in his monthly column i arrogantly recommend… His latest column features recommended reading for the year of the snake—Chinese literature and contemporary Chinese comics.
Stay tuned for an interview recorded courtesy of Bookstock at Book Beat. Neal Rubin, Bookstock Honorary Chair and Detroit Free Press Columnist, chats with Molly Harper, USA Today Bestselling author of over forty paranormal romance, contemporary romance, and young adult mystery titles. They’ll be diving into all things romance at Book Beat just in time for Valentine’s Day. The full interview will drop on February 12th at noon on Bookstock‘s web platforms.
Join us for a host of February events at Book Beat and in the Metro Detroit area. Read more below, such as reading groups, author visits, and a special Valentine’s Day party. We hope to see you there!
Thank you for your continued support, and happy reading.
—Cary, Colleen, and the Book Beat Staff
February 27: Lynne Kelly at Bloomfield Hills High School Theater
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