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15 Black Women Writers We Love

Por: The Root Opinion March 30, 2023

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Before Women’s History Month, or as we like to call it ‘round these parks—Black Women’s History Month—comes to a close, we here at The Root felt it fitting to highlight a handful of highly talented writers whose work has contributed mightily when it comes to understanding race, class, gender, and society at large. Their passion and prowess paved the way for many who came after them and ones still to come, so it’s only right we honor... + full article



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