Young, Gifted and Black, Too

Celebrate inspirational achievement with 52 icons of color: stories to encourage, inspire and empower the next generation. Jamia Wilson curated a range of icons, stylishly brought to life with Andrea Pippins’ vivid illustrations.

Written in the spirit of Nina Simone’s “Young, Gifted, and Black”, discover historic and present-day figures, leaders and pioneers such as MLK Jr., Nelson Mandela and Rosa Parks, plus trailblazers and athletes like Stevie Wonder, Oprah Winfrey and Serena Williams. See positive representation of black leaders and changemakers from around the world, inspiring readers to discover what they too can achieve.

Be inspired by these extraordinary men and women and pursue your dreams.