Just Us Books
@justusbooks.bsky.social
Black-owned indie publisher of children’s books that center and celebrate Black stories, history and culture. Founded in 1988 by Wade and Cheryl Willis Hudson. https://justusbooks.com
“Oppression doesn't disappear just because you decided not to teach us that chapter.” -author, scholar Dr. Clint Smith Let’s be sure to “teach that chapter” and prioritize books that share the many different stories, perspectives and experiences that shape our history and culture.
We’re raising our voices for the students of Minneapolis-St. Paul, MN! Register here to join this virtual author event, Tuesday, March 10, 11 am Eastern/10 am Central pen.org/event/we-ris...
If you’re like us, you celebrate Black history all year long! Be sure to check out these and others great titles from our Black history collection — important reading for February and beyond. #BlackHistoryMonth justusbooks.com/black-histor...
On Sat., Feb. 21, Just Us Books is hosting a Black History Month Read-In and Book Fair in East Orange, NJ. Picture reading nooks, book signings, Black history activities, readings by authors and students, and books for young people of all ages! Join us! www.facebook.com/share/1853uB...
We invite you to join our founders, Wade and Cheryl Hudson for a very special conversation with fellow publisher W. Paul Coates, CEO and founder of Black Classic Press Sunday, Nov. 9, 6 pm Eastern Register below. us02web.zoom.us/meeting/regi...
Wade and Cheryl Hudson join EveryLibrary Live! for Banned Books Week Fest 2025, ft authors, editors, and advocates in convo about the freedom to read. Save the date for their panel Fri, Oct. 10, 1 pm EST and check out the full lineup ⬇️ www.everylibrary.org/everylibrary...
EveryLibrary Live! Banned Books 2025 Calendar
Join EveryLibrary Live! for Banned Books Week Fest 2025, a free online celebration featuring 25+ authors, editors, and advocates in bold conversations about storytelling, censorship, and the freedom t...
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14 episodes, 15 guests, countless gems! Revisit powerful conversation with talented writers, illustrators, editors, booksellers, educators, librarians and others who help get books into the hands of readers. ▶️ www.youtube.com/channel/UCCv...
Thank you to all the amazing teachers who help our students learn and grow! 💐 (Image copyright Nancy Devard, published in the book Afro-Bets I’m Going to Be, written by Wade Hudson, published by Just Us Books) #TeacherAppreciationWeek
In The Children's Book Council’s Publisher’s Spotlight, our founders Wade and Cheryl Hudson talk about Just Us Books’ mission, titles they think deserve a bit more shine, and their publishing priorities for the future. Thanks for the spotlight CBC! www.cbcbooks.org/2025/04/09/p...
today on the blog: Emely Rumble, LCSW " To me, bibliotherapy is a form of liberation. It’s a deeply relational, sacred practice that uses literature to support healing, support the development of self-understanding, and affirm one’s lived experience." pearlsandrubys.slj.com/2025/04/10/i...
Join us in celebrating — and defending — the freedoms found in our libraries this National Library Week and #RighttoReadDay Check out the resources here: uniteagainstbookbans.org/right-to-rea...
“Speak the truth to the people Talk sense to the people Free them with reason Free them with honesty Free the people with Love and Courage and Care for their Being...” from “Speak The Truth To The People” published in Continuum: New and Selected Poems by Mari Evans #PoetryMonth
Congrats to Vanessa Brantley Newton who is bringing her many talents and amazing energy to @pbskids Ms. V & Me! invites children to create art, tell stories, and sing songs along with Vanessa (Ms. V) in her studio. Watch, enjoy and spread the word! youtu.be/CwASc2Re3Is
Ms. V & Me! | Buttons and Racecars | PBS KIDS
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“Power concedes nothing without a demand. It never did and it never will.” - Frederick Douglass In solidarity. #Economicblackout
NYC friends - join Cheryl Willis Hudson and London Ladd as they present their new picture book, When I Hear Spirituals, along with music by the Lafayette Inspirational Ensemble. Sunday, Feb. 23, 4 - 5 pm at Lafayette Avenue Presbyterian Church in Fort Greene Presented by Greenlight Bookstore
DOING THE WORK! We’re lifting up institutions that have made sharing our stories their mission. Black-owned publishing companies that celebrate Black people, Black culture, and Black history in their books all year round. #BlackSky #BookSky justusbooks.blogspot.com/2025/02/doin...
Doing the Work
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This is Black History! Decades ago Wade and Cheryl Hudson were parents on a search for children's books that reflected the diversity of Black history, culture and experiences. Today their publishing company, Just Us Books, is celebrating 36 years in business! justusbooks.com #BlackSky #BookSky
Children’s books for Black History Month and beyond - all available from Just Us Books or your favorite bookseller. Video by @katurahudson.bsky.social #BookSky #BlackSky #BlackHistoryMonth
“Once you learn to read, you will be forever be free.” - abolitionist, writer Frederick Douglass, born in 1818. Like many who were born enslaved, he did not know his birth date. He later chose to celebrate it on Feb. 14. 📷 His 2000-book library at the Frederick Douglass National Historical site
You need to know about @jbakernyc.bsky.social thebrownbookshelf.com/28days/day-1...
Day 12: Jennifer Baker - The Brown Bookshelf
Jennifer Baker is an author and editor/project manager with over 20 years’ experience in book publishing. She’s also the creator/host of the Minorities in Publishing podcast, and has been a faculty me...
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For Black History Month a few years ago, we curated a list of 50 Black kidlit creators who should be on your radar and your bookshelf. Still stands. 😊 #BlackSky #BookSky justusbooks.blogspot.com/2022/01/cele...
We’re giving away our Black History Handbook — a great resource for educators, parents, and program leaders. Sign up today to receive your copy in our next newsletter. ⬇️ mailchi.mp/c21a7caeb4e4...
An important piece in School Library Journal about diversity in book publishing and the challenges we face moving forward —featuring insights from our co-founder Wade Hudson. www.schoollibraryjournal.com/story/gainin...
Gaining Ground? Diversity in Publishing
Progress toward a more racially diverse publishing workforce has been slow. Publishing leaders face political and economic changes that may make further progress harder.
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Celebrating Black Joy! The Children’s Book Council and Every Child a Reader lift up the power of storytelling this #BlackHistoryMonth & beyond. Check out their feature on bestselling kidlit creators and their inspiring books. www.cbcbooks.org/readers/read... #BookSky
For the 18th year The Brown Bookshelf’s “28 Days Later” Black History Month campaign is celebrating Black authors and illustrators. Check out their daily profiles, presented in partnership with Black Stories Amplified. thebrownbookshelf.com
We love Langston! Hear Langston Hughes (born on this day in 1901) read his poem “The Negro Speaks of Rivers” m.youtube.com/watch?v=5mFp...
Langston Hughes reads The Negro Speaks of Rivers
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Happy Black History Month!! “February is a reminder that Black history should be an integral part of American and world history. It is something that we celebrate all year round.” - Wade and Cheryl Hudson founders, Just Us Books photo: Stephan Hudson
"We are now faced with the fact that tomorrow is today. We are confronted with the fierce urgency of now. In this unfolding conundrum of life and history, there is such a thing as being too late. This is no time for apathy or complacency. This is a time for vigorous and positive action." #MLK
