Books by Angela Joy

Angela Joy writes picture books and middle grade for ages 4–10, exploring themes of african american heritage, history, celebrating heritage.

Standalone Books

Black Is a Rainbow Color

Angela Joy

For the child exploring their identity or learning about the beauty of Black culture through a lyrical celebration of hi

Ages 4–8

Ordinary Days The Seeds, Sound, and City That Grew Prince Rogers Nelson

Angela Joy

For the child who feels like an outsider, this lyrical biography shows how the 'ordinary' sights and sounds of a city ca

Ages 4–9

Choosing Brave: How Mamie Till-Mobley and Emmett Till Sparked the Civil Rights Movement

Angela Joy

For the child asking about fairness and justice, this moving biography shows how a mother's courage in the face of loss

Ages 7–10

By Age Range

Ages 4–7

3 books

Ages 8–11

3 books

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