{"product_id":"a-year-of-black-joy-52-black-voices-share-their-life-passions-jamia-wilson-hardcover","title":"A Year of Black Joy: 52 Black Voices Share Their Life Passions -- Jamia Wilson, Hardcover","description":"\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDiscover a full year of joy, creativity, and brilliance from Black voices around the world.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCurated by award-winning author Jamia Wilson and brought to life with vibrant, full-color illustrations by Jade Orlando, \u003ci\u003eA Year of Black Joy\u003c\/i\u003e gathers 52 contemporary Black\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003ecreators, innovators, thinkers, and visionaries--one for every week of the year--to celebrate the passions that bring them alive.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFrom chess strategy to stargazing, beekeeping to baking, storytelling to science, each contributor invites readers into their world with a personal reflection rooted in joy, curiosity, and cultural pride.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis beautifully crafted anthology highlights the many dimensions of Black life, uplifting everyday creativity, achievement, and wonder. The collection spans a wide spectrum of fields--including astronomy, astrology, music, activism, culinary arts, environmental stewardship, and more--all tied to seasons, celebrations, and meaningful moments across the year. Readers will also find engaging nonfiction features, such as guides to healing plants, night-sky tours, and hands-on activities that extend each contributor's passion. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePerfect for classrooms, families, libraries, and young readers ages 6-12, this keepsake volume shines with energy, color, and inspiration. Whether read week-by-week or savored in big joyful bites, \u003ci\u003eA Year of Black Joy\u003c\/i\u003e offers an affirming, expansive, and empowering vision of Black creativity and possibility.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eA celebration to return to year after year--one that invites every reader to honor what brings them joy too.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAuthor:\u003c\/strong\u003e Jamia Wilson\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePublisher:\u003c\/strong\u003e Harry N. Abrams\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePublished:\u003c\/strong\u003e 10\/10\/2023\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePages:\u003c\/strong\u003e 112\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBinding Type:\u003c\/strong\u003e Hardcover\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWeight:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1.7 lbs\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSize:\u003c\/strong\u003e 10.7\" H x 8.5\" L x 0.7\" W\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eISBN:\u003c\/strong\u003e 9781419767784\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Uncle Jon's Book Factory","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48125976051866,"sku":"9781419767784","price":22.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0707\/3015\/4138\/files\/9781419767784.jpg?v=1779717461","url":"https:\/\/unclejonsbookfactory.com\/products\/a-year-of-black-joy-52-black-voices-share-their-life-passions-jamia-wilson-hardcover","provider":"Uncle Jon's Book Factory","version":"1.0","type":"link"}