Black joy is .
It is a window into a world that. - Netgalley reviewer \'Black Joy merits a wide readership.
A book that everyone needs.
A breath of fresh air.
Perfect.
Wonderful. 5 out of 5.
Everyone.
I am not sure how else to review this book, apart from to say that everyone should read it.
It made me laugh, made me cry and made me consider the joy there is to be found in the Black experience, something that is so often missing from media representations. --- A refreshing and invigorating burst of joy, exploring the beauty in the nuances of our existence, honing in on what propels us forward, and establishing a vital hope - Bolu Babalola, author of Love in Colour Every bit as joyous as the title suggests\' - Candice Carty-Williams, author of Queenie A rich, gorgeous celebration of the power in embracing joy - Liv Little Black Joy is a delightful celebration of Black Britishness - Mashable Reader praise for Black Joy This collection was INCREDIBLE.
With essays from: Munya Chawawa -- Leigh-Anne Pinnock -- Diane Abbott -- Jason Okundaye --Bukky Bakray -- Faridah Àbíké-Íyímídé -- Lavinya Stennett -- Henrie Kwushue Chanté Joseph -- Travis Alabanza -- Isaac James -- Sophia Tassew -- Lauryn Green -- Melz Owusu -- Timi Sotire -- Fope Olaleye -- Richie Brave -- Tope Olufemi -- Athian Akec -- Mikai Mcdermott -- Ife Grillo -- Rukiat Ashawe -- Mayowa Quadri -- Tobi Kyeremateng -- Haaniyah Angus -- Theophina Gabriel -- Ruby Fatimilehin -- Vanessa Kissule Discover this exciting, much-needed celebration of Black culture perfect for readers of Feminists Don\'t Wear Pink, Slay in Your Lane and Love in Colour.
Edited by award-winning journalist, and former gal-dem editor-in-chief, Charlie Brinkhurst-cuff and up-and-coming talent Timi Sotire, twenty-eight iconic voices speak on what Black joy means to them in this uplifting and empowering anthology.
So why do we so rarely allow ourselves to revel in it? This must-read anthology is your invitation to do so - and is a true celebration of Black British culture in all its glory.
It\'s what we live for.
It can be found it in the day to day.
Joy surrounds us.
Loving and finding complete happiness in your fatness.
Connecting with the only other Black colleague in your workplace.
Learning to cook souse with your mum.
Feeling at one with nature.
Stepping foot in your mother country for the very first time.
Chicken and chips after school with your girls.
The babble and buzz of the barber shop. . .
Black joy is
