Content warning: Anti-Asian racism and violence, anti-Black racism and violence, xenophobia, specific examples of violence against Asian Americans, historical context of racism and anti-Asian sentiment in the United States, COVID-19, wartime brutality By JoAnn Yao Eight people have been shot, … [Read more...] about Unapologetically Asian American
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Black History Is Made Year-Round
As Black History Month comes to a close in the United States, we reiterate that Black history is not static, limited purely to the past — it is made year-round. The Black experience is not monolithic, and each story adds nuance to our collective understanding of it. Whether Black authors are … [Read more...] about Black History Is Made Year-Round
Resources for Pacific Islander Heritage Month
By JoAnn Yao Pacific Islanders or Pasifika are indigenous peoples of the Pacific Islands, which contain a multitude of rich, distinct cultures. During Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month, we honor not only the Native people who hail from the Pacific Islands but folks in the Pacific … [Read more...] about Resources for Pacific Islander Heritage Month
Resources for Holocaust Remembrance Day
At We Need Diverse Books, we remember history and are committed to amplifying Jewish voices and perspectives, especially regarding the Shoah. Below are resources to serve as a starting point for both learning more about the Holocaust and continuing to ensure we never forget: … [Read more...] about Resources for Holocaust Remembrance Day