Black Authors and Illustrators of Books for Children and Young Adults is a biographical dictionary that provides comprehensive coverage of all major authors and illustrators â past and present. As the only reference volume of its kind available, this book is a valuable research tool that provides quick access for anyone studying black childrenâs literature â whether one is a student, a librarian charged with maintaining a childrenâs literature collection, or a scholar of childrenâs literature. The Fourth Edition of this renowned reference work illuminates African American contributions to childrenâs literature and books for young adults. The new edition contains updated and new information for existing author/illustrator entries, the addition of approximately 50 new profiles, and a new section listing online resources of interest to the authors and readers of black childrenâs literature.
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