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I Am the Legacy: Voices of a New Generation

Saturday, May 31 | 2:00 PM - 2:45 PM

Berkeley Public Library - Teen Room

  • Black Voices
  • Family Day
  • Writing & Publishing

    I Am the Legacy, the third anthology from Cinnamongirl Inc’s Write Your Story program, showcases eighteen visionary young authors of color who are changing the literary landscape where only 5-7% of published authors are Black. The authors and poets of I Am the Legacy don’t just tell stories – they reshape narratives about who gets to be the hero. From ghostly romances to sisters wielding supernatural powers, from princesses discovering uncomfortable truths to daughters processing grief – these stories explore the complexities of family, identity, and coming of age as young women of color. Their words craft worlds where brown girls aren’t just included but centered, where characters navigate loss and self-discovery while finding their own strength. Come hear from these extraordinary young authors who remind us that when girls of color are given the space to shine and tell their stories – they change the world.

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    Book signing information: Cinnamongirl booth on 3rd floor

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