Soul School

“As a writer who has for decades written to fill the holes in the literature of my childhood, I am so deeply grateful that Soul School is finally in the world. Here is the literary Bible for every parent, teacher, student, auntie—my list can go on and on—who wants a deeper understanding of why our books matter. Timely and timeless.” —Jacqueline Woodson, MacArthur Fellow and National Book Award–winning author of Brown Girl Dreaming   “Far-ranging and inclusive, Soul School is an invaluable contribution to a necessary, ongoing conversation about Black books, Black life, and the joy of reading.” —Jabari Asim, author of Yonder   “Soul School is a selection tool for educators working to curate illuminating fiction and informational texts from the genius of Black writers. Amber’s vetted book lists will impact learning and inspire students to pursue life in the spirit of joy.” —Alice Faye Duncan, National Board Certified Teacher and author of Memphis, Martin, and the Mountaintop

Amber O’Neal Johnston is a homeschooling mother of four who speaks and writes as Heritage Mom about including diverse voices in traditional curricula and infusing culture into the home environment. She is the author of A Place to Belong and a regular contributor to the Wild + Free homeschooling community.