Austin African American Book Festival

Zoooooorrrraa!!!! Celebrating the incomparable Zora Neale Hurston today on her birthday!!! As she so boldly put it, "I love myself when I'm laughing. And then again when I am looking mean and impressive." #ZoraNealeHurston #HappyBirthdayZora #BlackLiterature #LoveYourself

As we close the chapter on another year, we want to thank you for being a part of our literary journey. May the new year bring you countless books to discover, inspiring conversations, and endless creativity. Happy New Year from all of us at the AAABF! #HappyNewYear #2025

We are deeply saddened by the loss of Nikki Giovanni. It was a joy and privilege to be in her company at this year's AAABF, where she shared her wisdom and artistry. We are enriched by her work and reminded of our strength and determination through her verse.

This Giving Tuesday, all donations to the Austin African American Book Festival will help provide free books to young people in our community. Thank you for your tax-deductible donation to buff.ly/4ggGYjr or to our aaabookfest.org donation page. #GivingTuesday

We honor the late Quincy Jones and his monumental contributions to music. We're grateful for his timeless music, and his books! "The Autobiography of Quincy Jones" is a must-read, and "12 Notes" is full of wisdom on living your best life as a creator. #QuincyJones #12Notes

Remembering Chinua Achebe on what would have been his 94th birthday! His groundbreaking novel "Things Fall Apart" has left a lasting impact on the literary world. Today, we honor his literary legacy. #ChinuaAchebe #ThingsFallApart #LiteraryLegacy

In these challenging times, let us hold close the words of the late John Lewis: "Never let anyone — any person or any force — dampen, dim, or diminish your light." #LetYourLightShine #GoodTrouble #Freedom #Resistance #JohnLewis

"Our Hidden Conversations: What Americans Really Think About Race and Identity" by Michele Norris, a Peabody Award-winning journalist, compiles over half a million responses from her Race Card Project. Don’t miss her @texasbookfest this weekend. #TexasBookFestival #SocialJustice

The Texas Book Festival is this weekend! Meet your favorite authors, discover new books, and connect with fellow book lovers. Mark your calendars—Nov. 16-17! #TexasBookFestival #TBF2024 #BookLoversUnite #SupportAuthors

For parents and educators looking for guidance on helping young readers thrive, we recommend READING FOR OUR LIVES by Maya Smart. This book is full of tools to help you inspire a love for reading in young learners. #ChildrensLiteracy #NationalYoungReadersWeek #AAABF

Thank you to our veterans! Your commitment and service make our nation stronger. We are deeply grateful for all you do. Salute! #VeteransDay #Gratitude

Adam Himoff’s “Frederick Douglass/Liberty”—is described by the Reginald F. Lewis Museum as “a modernized reimagining of the American abolitionist, writer, orator, and statesman.” Some appreciate the piece, while others have voiced concerns. #FrederickDouglass #ArtDebate

Robert Samuels and Toluse Olorunnipa of The Washington Post won a Pulitzer Prize for their powerful book HIS NAME IS GEORGE FLOYD, which explores Floyd’s life, American policing, and the enduring impact of racism on Black existence. A must-read! #GeorgeFloyd #RacismAndJustice

Indeed our voices are very powerful. Don’t underestimate them. Early voting ends TODAY! Be in line by 7pm and you will not be refused! Voting is the great equalizer. #UseYourVoice #Vote2024 #MakeYourVoiceHeard #EarlyVoting

If Halloween has you in the mood for something scary good to read, check out these books by Black authors that will give you all the chills and thrills! Perfect for those dark and stormy nights. #HalloweenReads #SpookySeason #BlackAuthors #ScaryStories

Let's make sure we can all proudly say we did our civic duty—VOTE! As the saying goes, "If you don’t vote, you can’t complain." Early voting ends Nov. 1, and you can cast your ballot anywhere in your county. It’s easy—let’s get it done! #Vote2024 #MakeYourVoiceHeard #VoteEarly

Nov. 5 is Election Day—don’t miss your chance! Early voting ends Nov. 1st, so get out and rock your vote. Let’s show up and make a difference! #Vote2024 #RockTheVote #EarlyVoting #MakeYourVoiceHeard

Huge congrats to Jason Reynolds on being named a 2024 MacArthur Genius! Such a well-deserved honor for a truly fantastic writer. We're so lucky to have his voice in the world. #MacArthurGenius #JasonReynolds #WellDeserved #LiteraryGenius #Inspiration

Election Day 2024 is almost here! If you’re not already registered to vote in Texas, the last day to do so is this Monday, October 7. It’s quick and easy—just head to VoteTexas.gov and get it done. #YourVoiceMatters #FannieLouHamer #TexasVoterRegistration

Supreme Court Justice Ketanji Brown Jackson's memoir LOVELY ONE is receiving rave reviews and offers a look into her journey to the Supreme Court. The title references the meaning of her first name, and the book dives into her personal and professional experiences.