Panelists talked about alternative approaches, including library acquisitions, alternative book distribution, book festivals, and developing the educational book market, to increase public a…
892 viewsPanelists discussed the problem of creating greater racial diversity in the production of children’s literature. Wade Hudson moderated. Jerry Craft is the author ofMamma’s Boyz; Zetta Elliot…
1,137 viewsA panel discussion was held on the politics of language and culture. The panelists discussed topics including the viability of a concept of “Standard English” in a country with many regional…
1,188 viewsThe panel talked about the development, challenges, and direction of African American Publishing. They focused on the implications of publishers focusing on "urban publishing". “40 Years …
268 viewsLive coverage from the 10th annual Harlem Book Fair included: Schedule of Coverage: 11:15 am - 12:30 pm ET - 40 Years of African American Publishing panel 12:45 pm - 2:0…
1,511 viewsPublishers talked about the history of African-American publishing. Topics included the longer than 40-year history of black publishing, the current preponderance of urban literature, the so…
323 viewsParticipants talked about literacy rates and reading levels of youth in the black community, the quality of education in urban and predominantly black schools, as well as successful reading …
391 viewsPanelists answered the questions, is it a good time in the book publishing business for black books and why has there been an explosion in the popularity of black books. They also answered q…
156 viewsMr. Hudson spoke about the panel discussion he had just participated in, as well as books he has written. He responded to audience telephone calls, faxes and electronic mail.
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