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Author, Black History Is for Everyone & The Tuskegee Student Uprising: A History. Opinions are my own!

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CUNY Graduate Center @thegraduatecenter.bsky.social · 25/09/2026
Alumnus and Graduate Center Foundation board member @brianjoneseducator.bsky.social talks to Prof. @robertprobinson.bsky.social on the Indoor Voices podcast about the power of Black history indoorvoicespodcast.com/2026/09/24/e...
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Episode 125: Brian Jones on the power of Black history
Dr. Brian Jones has held several positions at the New York Public Library, at the Schomburg Center for Research in Black Culture, the Center for Educators and Schools, and now as the Senior Directo…
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Haymarket Books @haymarketbooks.org · 15/09/2026
Black History Is for Everyone, a conversation with @brianjoneseducator.bsky.social
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"Black History is for Everyone”
Join us for a live streamed session from the Socialism 2026 conference, in Chicago. ——————————————————————— With Brian Jones Join author and educator Brian Jones for an urgent discussion of the power ...
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CUNY Graduate Center @thegraduatecenter.bsky.social · 14/09/2026
Congratulations to alumnus and foundation board member Brian Jones, who won the 2026 George Orwell Award for his book, “Black History Is for Everyone”! ncte.org/blog/2026/09...
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Brian Jones Honored with NCTE’s 2026 George Orwell Award for Distinguished Contribution to Honesty and Clarity in Public Language
NCTE named Black History Is for Everyone recipient of its 2026 George Orwell Award for Distinguished Contribution to Honesty and Clarity in Public Language.
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Brian Jones @brianjoneseducator.bsky.social · 14/09/2026
Thank you @ncte.org! 🙏🏽📚😎 I’m honored and can’t wait to see everyone in Philly in November!
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James Sims @simsjames.bsky.social · 14/08/2026
New York Public Library’s first-ever Big Summer Book Club will wrap up with a massive celebration at the Delacorte Theater, bringing author N.K. Jemisin to the newly renovated home of Shakespeare in the Park for an evening of readings, performances and bookish conversation. #books
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NYC’s first citywide book club is coming to Central Park
The free finale takes over the Delacorte next week
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Dave Zirin @edgeofsports.bsky.social · 16/07/2026
My latest piece @thenation.com "For Their Play and Their Politics, Root for Spain" (please read before commentating if as all possible!) www.thenation.com/article/soci...
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For Their Play and Their Politics, Root for Spain This Sunday
World Cup victory will not just feel like a soccer triumph but a national triumph. For that reason, fans should support Pedro Sánchez's Spain over Javier Milei’s Argentina.
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Haymarket Books @haymarketbooks.org · 16/07/2026
CHICAGO! Join Barbara Ransby and Anthony Arnove to celebrate the release of the expanded edition of Howard Zinn's SNCC: The New Abolitionists. W/ @jewishcurrents.bsky.social. Tue, August 11th at 6 PM CT Live from Haymarket House and streaming online. RSVP:
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Barbara Ransby and Anthony Arnove in Conversation on SNCC: The New Abolitionists - Haymarket House
Join Barbara Ransby and Anthony Arnove for a discussion on SNCC, one of the most significant and creative organizations to shape the course of the civil rights movement in the United States. […]
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Brian Jones @brianjoneseducator.bsky.social · 15/07/2026
So excited for this!!
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Ashley D. Farmer @drashleydfarmer.bsky.social · 14/07/2026
Time to pick your next read! Which books from @nyupress.bsky.social’s Black Power Series are calling to you? Maybe your manuscript is our next read. Writing about Black Power? Submit a proposal! More info: blackpowerseries.com @ibramxk.bsky.social
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Ashley D. Farmer @drashleydfarmer.bsky.social · 14/07/2026
Read The Tuskegee Student Uprising: A History by Brian Jones for insights on how students practiced Black Power at Southern campuses and for a new take on an old HBCU. @brianjoneseducator.bsky.social
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e.c. myers @ecmyers.com · 14/07/2026
Wow, amazing opportunity to take a writing workshop with @nkjemisin.bsky.social on world building at NYPL, in person (if you're in NYC) and virtually—for free! Register here: events.leapevents.com/event/writey...
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Write Your World: Worldbuilding Workshop with N.K. Jemisin | Big Summer Book Club
Tickets for Write Your World: Worldbuilding Workshop with N.K. Jemisin | Big Summer Book Club in Bronx from NYPL. Learn the art of worldbuilding with award-winning author N.K. Jemisin. Writing can be ...
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Mayor Zohran Kwame Mamdani @mayor.nyc.gov · 14/07/2026
This morning in Biddeford, Maine, a 26-year-old man said goodbye to his wife and daughter and left for work. Moments later he was dead, shot in the head by ICE agents, the second man ICE has killed in six days. ICE is killing our neighbors. ICE cannot be reformed. Abolish ICE.
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Brian Jones @brianjoneseducator.bsky.social · 11/07/2026
Baldwin: A Love Story
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Haymarket Books @haymarketbooks.org · 09/07/2026
How to Close a Camp: Dispatches from the Fight Against Immigrant Detention Join @jwashing.bsky.social, @silkys13.bsky.social, @harshawalia.bsky.social, and @danieldenvir.bsky.social for this virtual conversation hosted with @detentionwatchnetwork.org and @thedigradio.bsky.social RSVP to attend:
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Register Now – How to Close a Camp: Dispatches from the Fight Against Immigrant Detention – YouTube
How to Close a Camp: Dispatches from the Fight Against Immigrant Detention – YouTube, Tue Jul 21, 2026 - Join John Washington, Silky Shah, Harsha Walia, and Dan Denvir as they discuss the struggle to ...
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Dave Zirin @edgeofsports.bsky.social · 07/07/2026
Egypt was robbed. Please discuss.
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Brian Jones @brianjoneseducator.bsky.social · 05/07/2026
smh…
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Haymarket Books @haymarketbooks.org · 04/07/2026
If you missed last night’s event with @keeanga.bsky.social and @brianjoneseducator.bsky.social, introduced by @underthetreepod.bsky.social, you can watch the video here:
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250 Years of Resistance: Brian Jones and Keeanga-Yamahtta Taylor in Conversation
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Haymarket Books @haymarketbooks.org · 02/07/2026
“There can be no denying the scope and the dangers of this assault on Black history. But one unintended consequence may be a strengthening of the grassroots, fugitive channels of education that made it possible to bring our history “indoors” in the first place.” @brianjoneseducator.bsky.social
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The Battle to Tell Black History
The right-wing attacks on Black studies have devastating consequences, but they won’t stop people from telling our history.
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Haymarket Books @haymarketbooks.org · 30/06/2026
If you’re in Chicago, join us this Friday for a conversation with @keeanga.bsky.social and @brianjoneseducator.bsky.social at the National Public Housing Museum There’s also a virtual option for those who can’t attend in person
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Register now – 250 Years of Resistance: Brian Jones and Keeanga-Yamahtta Taylor in Conversation – National Public Housing Museum (919 South Ada Street)
250 Years of Resistance: Brian Jones and Keeanga-Yamahtta Taylor in Conversation – National Public Housing Museum (919 South Ada Street), Fri Jul 3, 2026 - Take a break from the bizarre and depressing...
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Haymarket Books @haymarketbooks.org · 27/06/2026
Shout out to librarians, front line defenders of the freedom to read! If you’re in Chicago for ALA, come by and see us. We’re in booth 2234
A Haymarket Books booth at the American Library Association conference in Chicago, with many Haymarket book covers facing out.
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Hammer and Hope @hammerandhope.bsky.social · 24/06/2026
The eleventh issue of Hammer & Hope is now live! We are besieged by a ruling class focused on maintaining white power. They represent one tradition in the United States. But there is another, found in 250 years of resistance, rebellion, and refusal. One that continues today — because it must.
An orange card with a photo of a Black woman carrying a flag. It says Summer 2026 No. 11 on the card
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Boston Review @bostonreview.bsky.social · 23/06/2026
Has any book drawn more Americans leftward over the last 50 years than A People’s History of the United States? Conservatives are still saying the damage done by the book will take decades to remediate. @arh12.bsky.social interviews @edgeofsports.bsky.social about his new biography of Howard Zinn:
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That’s How Change Happens
Dave Zirin on writing the life of Howard Zinn–and why his legacy points the way forward at the country’s semiquincentennial.
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CUNY Graduate Center @thegraduatecenter.bsky.social · 22/06/2026
Looking for your next great read? Our summer book list highlights recent works by Graduate Center scholars that offer fresh perspectives on history, society, culture, and the ideas shaping our world
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Graduate Center Books to Enhance Your Summer
These recently covered books by Graduate Center scholars illuminate the past and present and are sure to spark new ideas this summer.
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Haymarket Books @haymarketbooks.org · 21/06/2026
Our history has always been contraband.
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250 Years of Resistance
Our history has always been contraband. Take a break from the bizarre and depressing spectacle of the Donald Trump-led celebrations of the 250th year of the U.S. state to learn about the real his...
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We Need Diverse Books @weneeddiversebooks.bsky.social · 19/06/2026
❤️ Nonfiction: History
Black graphic with borders of squiggly red, gold, and green stripes along the top and bottom. This slide is displaying six nonfiction books about Black History. Titles include: “Black-Owned” by Char Adams; “Black History is For Everyone” by Brian Jones; “The Black Family Who Built America” by Cheryl McKissack Daniel, with Nick Chiles; “A Black Queer History of the United States” by Riley C. Snorton; “Black AF History” by Michael Harriot; and “We Refuse” by Kellie Carter Jackson.
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Brian Jones @brianjoneseducator.bsky.social · 16/06/2026
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Teachers College Record @tcrecord.bsky.social · 28/05/2026
In his book, Dr. @brianjoneseducator.bsky.social "intervenes in existing literature by offering a compelling, rigorous, and original account at a familiar southern institution in the history of Black education: the Tuskegee Institute." Read Dr. @hyres376.bsky.social's review here: bit.ly/4nYCjI8
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N. K. Jemisin @nkjemisin.bsky.social · 20/05/2026
THE CITY WE BECAME is the NYPL's first "Big Summer Book Club" pick! All summer long, UNLIMITED borrows of the ebook or audiobook for any NYPL cardholder! And for a finale, a NEW STORY in the Great Cities world will be performed at the Delacorte Theater in Aug! www.nypl.org/summer/2026/...
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Puff the Magic Hater @mskellymhayes.bsky.social · 18/03/2026
I read the NYT piece, and I am holding onto the words of a woman who fended off inappropriate advances from a 60-year-old Cesar Chavez at the age of 19. “It makes you rethink in history all those heroes,” Esmeralda Lopez said. “The movement — that’s the hero.”
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Zinn Education Project @zinnedproject.bsky.social · 25/02/2026
D.C. area friends. Join us tonight with @brianjoneseducator.bsky.social & @edgeofsports.bsky.social in person at @busboysandpoets.bsky.social (14th & V). "The book pulses with love, insight, & possibility." -- Ruha Benjamin Hosted by @teachingchange.bsky.social & BBP. Order from menu throughout.
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Black History Is for Everyone with Brian Jones - Teaching for Change
On Wednesday, February 25, educator Brian Jones, in conversation with Dave Zirin, will discuss his latest book Black History Is for Everyone, a look at how the study of Black history challenges our un...
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HallPassBreak @hallpassbreak.bsky.social · 25/02/2026
The blizzard of the century may be over, but #blackhistorymonth continues on. Check out the latest episode of hallpassbreak.com featuring @brianjoneseducator.bsky.social #podcast #teacher #library #books
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Zinn Education Project @zinnedproject.bsky.social · 21/02/2026
Friends in the D.C. area. Don't miss @brianjoneseducator.bsky.social & @edgeofsports.bsky.social in person on Wednesday Feb. 25 at @busboysandpoets.bsky.social (14th & V). Hosted by @teachingchange.bsky.social & BBP. Books onsite for purchase & signing. Order from menu throughout the event.
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Black History Is for Everyone with Brian Jones - Teaching for Change
On Wednesday, February 25, educator Brian Jones, in conversation with Dave Zirin, will discuss his latest book Black History Is for Everyone, a look at how the study of Black history challenges our un...
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Puff the Magic Hater @mskellymhayes.bsky.social · 18/02/2026
Libraries are among the few public institutions that represent the kind of world we want to live in. They must be fought for.
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Brian Jones @brianjoneseducator.bsky.social · 19/02/2026
Great, thoughtful discussion! 🙏🏽🔥🤓
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Steven Nelson @stevenel.bsky.social · 16/02/2026
In an era of erasing Black history, on this holiday in particular, you might focus on learning about what it is people want to erase. Hear a bit about @brianjoneseducator.bsky.social's journey exploring Black history in my interview with him:
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DIY Democracy: Black History is for Everyone
I interviewed Brian Jones about his book Black History is for Everyone, in which he details his personal journey to understanding the truth and importance of that statement. You can find the book Blac...
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Haymarket Books @haymarketbooks.org · 13/02/2026
NYC! Check out this incredible lineup hosted by @brianjoneseducator.bsky.social and Voices of a People's History at @lincolncenter.bsky.social Thursday, February 19th; Tickets are FREE! www.lincolncenter.org/series/linco...
Black History Is For Everyone
This February performance of Voices of a People's History takes its inspiration from the new book Black History Is for Everyone, written by New York Public Library educator Brian Jones. Black History challenges our understanding of race, nation, and the stories we tell about who we are. Understanding it challenges our assumptions, helps us see larger forces at work, and gives us glimpses of alternate futures. Featuring Haley Pessin, Jordan Mahome, Kelly "GreenLight" Thomas, Mahogany L. Browne, Margaret Odette, Martha Redbone, Aaron Whitby, Regine Jean Louis, and Ty Jones; narrated by Brian Jones.
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Queens Public Library @qplnyc.bsky.social · 10/02/2026
Our Literary Thursdays series continues with longtime educator @brianjoneseducator.bsky.social, who will explain why "Black History is for Everyone." Join us on February 12 at 6PM! queenslibrary.org/calendar/bla... #BlackHistoryMonth
Picture of Brian Jones, the cover of his book "Black History is for Everyone," and promotional text for the QPL virtual program Black History Month: Literary Thursdays: Brian Jones, Author of "Black History is for Everyone."
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Haymarket Books @haymarketbooks.org · 05/02/2026
Black History Is For Everyone @jessehagopian.bsky.social interviews @brianjoneseducator.bsky.social for @rethinkingschools.bsky.social
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Black History Is for Everyone
Jesse Hagopian interviews author Brian Jones about his new book Black History Is for Everyone.
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Queens Public Library @qplnyc.bsky.social · 01/02/2026
Our virtual Literary Thursdays series brings you live conversations with amazing writers. Learn More about our February guests: @wdavidmarx.bsky.social, @brianjoneseducator.bsky.social, @vluck89.bsky.social, and Brianna Holt! queenslibrary.org/calendar?sea... #BlackHistoryMonth
Pictures of our February Literary Thursdays guests—W. David Marx, Brian Jones, Victor Luckerson, and Brianna Holt—and their book covers.
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CUNY Graduate Center @thegraduatecenter.bsky.social · 02/02/2026
"It's always inspiring to learn about people whose grassroots efforts take fire," said @brianjoneseducator.bsky.social, alumnus and a board member of the CUNY Graduate Foundation abc7ny.com/amp/post/bla...
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Black History Month 2026: Remembering Founder Dr. Carter G. Woodson on 100th anniversary | abc7ny.com
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Teaching for Change @teachingchange.bsky.social · 27/01/2026
If you are in the D.C. metro area, join our @dcaesj.bsky.social at @busboysandpoets.bsky.social (14 & V) for an in-person conversation with @brianjoneseducator.bsky.social and @edgeofsports.bsky.social . www.dcareaeducators4socialjustice.org/events/black...
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Black History Is for Everyone with Brian Jones — D.C. Area Educators for Social Justice
TFC Event | Join Teaching for Change at Busboys & Poets for a conversation with author and educator Brian Jones.
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Seattle Caucus of Rank-and-file Educators @seattlecore206.bsky.social · 03/01/2026
In addition to the typical organizing meetings, rep assemblies, etc, there are events to prep for BLM at School Week of Action (Feb 2-6): Sat, Jan 24: Curriculum Fair hosted @dcaesj.bsky.social Mon, Jan 26: Discussion about Black History is for Everyone with @brianjoneseducator.bsky.social
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Dave Zirin @edgeofsports.bsky.social · 30/11/2025
So my book about Howard Zinn’s outsized life comes out August 2026. That’s now official. If you want me to come to your bookstore/library/community center/house party to talk about Zinn’s life and and what teaches us about how to beat back the bastards, please email edgeofsports@gmail.com
Book cover of “The People’s Historian”, my book about Howard Zinn.
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Brian Jones @brianjoneseducator.bsky.social · 06/11/2025
Starting soon! www.youtube.com/live/6a5hDZ6...
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CBFS: The Fight for Black Education and Black History
YouTube video by Schomburg Center
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Jeanne Theoharis @jeannetheoharis.bsky.social · 04/11/2025
This Thursday November 6!! Join us online at 6:30 EST for an urgent conversation on the Fight for Black History and Black Education with @jessehagopian.bsky.social, @brianjoneseducator.bsky.social, @barrygoldenberg.bsky.social, and Crystal Sanders. www.eventbrite.com/e/cbfs-the-f...
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CBFS: The Fight for Black Education and Black History
Scholars, organizers, and teachers discuss teaching and documenting Black History in this online program.
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Ashley D. Farmer @drashleydfarmer.bsky.social · 03/11/2025
“Queen Mother: Black Nationalism, Reparations, and the Untold Story of Audley Moore reminds readers that the value of the struggle is not in achieving landmark victories, but in continuing to move doggedly forward in the face of all adversity.” — Starred review from @ala-booklist.bsky.social
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Booklist Online: Leading Book Discovery
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Brian Jones @brianjoneseducator.bsky.social · 31/10/2025
Thanks for this conversation, Ben! 🙏🏽
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Haymarket Books @haymarketbooks.org · 28/10/2025
Black History Is for Everyone Check out this conversation between @brianjoneseducator.bsky.social and @jessehagopian.bsky.social, from the new issue of @rethinkingschools.bsky.social
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Black History Is for Everyone
Jesse Hagopian interviews author Brian Jones about his new book Black History Is for Everyone.
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Beronda L. Montgomery @berondam.bsky.social · 19/10/2025
Educators and Librarians: Thursday Oct. 23rd join @libraryjournal.bsky.social's Day of Dialog for a great program! I'll participate in the panel (1:00-1:50 PM ET) Hidden Legacies: Unearthing Black Histories" with Clyde W. Ford, Wil Haygood, @brianjoneseducator.bsky.social Moderator: Grace D. Gipson
LJ DAY OF DIALOG

FREE VIRTUAL EVENT OCTOBER 23, 2025!!!!

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Join us October 23 for our Library Journal Day of Dialog virtual event! Spanning a variety of genres, this free, day-long program will offer an in-depth look at the biggest forthcoming books for fall/winter 2025. You'll hear directly from top authors as they discuss their new titles, inspiration, process, and more.

And don't forget the virtual exhibit hall! Visit the booths to download free resources and chat with publishing representatives.

EVENT HOURS: 9:00 AM - 6:00 PM ET

REGISTER1:00-1:50 PM ET | Hidden Legacies: Unearthing Black Histories

Explore overlooked stories, new perspectives, and powerful narratives.

Clyde W. Ford, A High Price for Freedom

(Amistad: HarperCollins)

Wil Haygood, The War Within a War (Knopf: Penguin Random House)

Brian Jones, Black History Is for Everyone (Haymarket Books: Haymarket)

Beronda L. Montgomery, When Trees Testify (Henry Holt and Co.: Macmillan)

Moderator: Dr. Grace D. Gipson, Assistant

Professor of African American Studies, Virginia Commonwealth UniversityCover of book "When Trees Testify: Science, Wisdom, History, and America's Black Botanical Legacy" by Beronda L. Montgomery
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