{"product_id":"a-year-of-black-joy-52-black-voices-share-their-life-passions-hardcover","title":"A Year of Black Joy: 52 Black Voices Share Their Life Passions - Hardcover","description":"\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cp style=\"text-align: right;\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/reportcopyrightinfringement.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eReport copyright infringement\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cp\u003eby \u003cb\u003eJamia Wilson\u003c\/b\u003e (Author), \u003cb\u003eJade Orlando\u003c\/b\u003e (Illustrator)\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eDiscover a full year of joy, creativity, and brilliance from Black voices around the world.\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eCurated by award-winning author Jamia Wilson and brought to life with vibrant, full-color illustrations by Jade Orlando, \u003ci\u003eA Year of Black Joy\u003c\/i\u003e gathers 52 contemporary Black\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003ecreators, innovators, thinkers, and visionaries--one for every week of the year--to celebrate the passions that bring them alive.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eFrom chess strategy to stargazing, beekeeping to baking, storytelling to science, each contributor invites readers into their world with a personal reflection rooted in joy, curiosity, and cultural pride.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis beautifully crafted anthology highlights the many dimensions of Black life, uplifting everyday creativity, achievement, and wonder. The collection spans a wide spectrum of fields--including astronomy, astrology, music, activism, culinary arts, environmental stewardship, and more--all tied to seasons, celebrations, and meaningful moments across the year. Readers will also find engaging nonfiction features, such as guides to healing plants, night-sky tours, and hands-on activities that extend each contributor's passion. \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003ePerfect for classrooms, families, libraries, and young readers ages 6-12, this keepsake volume shines with energy, color, and inspiration. Whether read week-by-week or savored in big joyful bites, \u003ci\u003eA Year of Black Joy\u003c\/i\u003e offers an affirming, expansive, and empowering vision of Black creativity and possibility.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eA celebration to return to year after year--one that invites every reader to honor what brings them joy too.\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eAuthor Biography\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eJamia Wilson\u003c\/b\u003e is a feminist, activist, writer, and speaker based in New York City. Her work has appeared in numerous outlets, including the \u003ci\u003eNew York Times\u003c\/i\u003e, the \u003ci\u003eToday \u003c\/i\u003eshow, CNN, \u003ci\u003eElle\u003c\/i\u003e, BBC, \u003ci\u003eRookie\u003c\/i\u003e, Refinery29, \u003ci\u003eGlamour\u003c\/i\u003e, \u003ci\u003eTeen Vogue\u003c\/i\u003e, and the \u003ci\u003eWashington Post\u003c\/i\u003e. She is the author of \u003ci\u003eThis Book Is Feminist\u003c\/i\u003e; \u003ci\u003eYoung, Gifted and Black\u003c\/i\u003e; \u003ci\u003eStep into Your Power\u003c\/i\u003e; \u003ci\u003eBig Ideas for Young Thinkers\u003c\/i\u003e; and the \u003ci\u003eABC's of AOC\u003c\/i\u003e. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eJade Orlando\u003c\/b\u003e was born on an army base in North Carolina and grew up in a tiny Michigan town. She received her BFA in illustration from SCAD Savannah and currently lives in Atlanta with her husband, greyhound, and four cats. She is the illustrator of \u003ci\u003eBedtime Stories: Beautiful Black Tales from the Past \u003c\/i\u003eand co-illustrator of \u003ci\u003eHey You! \u003c\/i\u003eHer clients include Scholastic, Carter's, Amazon, and Oopsy Daisy.\u003c\/p\u003e\n            \u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNumber of Pages:\u003c\/strong\u003e 112\u003c\/div\u003e\n            \u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDimensions:\u003c\/strong\u003e 0.7 x 10.7 x 8.5 IN\u003c\/div\u003e\n            \u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIllustrated:\u003c\/strong\u003e Yes\u003c\/div\u003e\n            \u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePublication Date:\u003c\/strong\u003e October 10, 2023\u003c\/div\u003e\n            ","brand":"BooksCloud","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53598328619315,"sku":"9781419767784","price":29.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0300\/5595\/6612\/files\/Ce5ecAsTSx9781419767784.webp?v=1782992045","url":"https:\/\/www.vysn.com\/products\/a-year-of-black-joy-52-black-voices-share-their-life-passions-hardcover","provider":"VYSN","version":"1.0","type":"link"}