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Story Told Books

Welcome to Story Told Books

Dive into a world where stories unfold and imagination thrives. Story Told Books is your premier online destination for a rich selection of free e-books, music downloads, and curated gifts designed for both enjoyment and learning.

Coming soon, Story Told Books will expand its horizons to include e-books and CDs from other authors, available for purchase. This new collection will feature works from up-and-coming writers to established voices, providing them a platform to share their stories with a broader audience.

At Story Told Books, we believe in the power of stories to inspire, educate, and connect us. Join us on this journey of exploration and discovery, where every page turned is a new adventure waiting to be told.

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The Ancestors Speak:

  • Dr. Maya Angelou

    Reading about Maya Angelou offers a journey through her profound impact on literature and activism. Her works explore resilience and human dignity, while her foundation's commitment to health equity showcases her broad influence, inspiring readers to reflect and contribute positively to their communities.

    Learn more at her official website: www.mayaangelou.com.

  • Nobel Laureate, Dr. Toni Morrison

    Reading about Toni Morrison immerses you in the work of a Nobel laureate whose novels, like "Beloved," explore deep facets of humanity and injustice. Her narratives deeply explore the African American experience, enlightening and compelling readers to confront history and cultivate empathy.

    Learn more about Toni Morrison visit www.tonimorrisonsociety.org.

    Video: A Celebration of the Life of Toni Morrison - Full Program 

  • Distinquished Professor, Nikki Giovanni

    Exploring Nikki Giovanni's work offers deep insight into a major voice in African American poetry. Her eloquent writings tackle race, social issues, women's rights, and environmental concerns with profound honesty and lyrical beauty. Reflecting the spirit of civil rights movements, her influential calls to action established her as a pivotal figure in American literature.

    Learn more about Nikki Giovanni and to access her works, visit her official website at www.nikki-giovanni.com.
Schomburg Center for Research in Black Culture

Blog posts

  • Schomburg Research Center

    The Harlem Renaissance: A Cultural Reawakening ...

    Christopher Thompkins

    The Harlem Renaissance was a transformative cultural movement in the 1920s and 1930s centered in Harlem, New York. It marked a significant moment in African American cultural history, characterized by...

    The Harlem Renaissance: A Cultural Reawakening ...

    Christopher Thompkins

    The Harlem Renaissance was a transformative cultural movement in the 1920s and 1930s centered in Harlem, New York. It marked a significant moment in African American cultural history, characterized by...

  • Phillis Wheatley: The Whisper of Liberation in Verse

    Phillis Wheatley: The Whisper of Liberation in ...

    Christopher Thompkins

    Explore the compelling story of Phillis Wheatley, who not only broke barriers as America's first African American poetess but also used her exceptional talent to challenge and redefine the narratives...

    Phillis Wheatley: The Whisper of Liberation in ...

    Christopher Thompkins

    Explore the compelling story of Phillis Wheatley, who not only broke barriers as America's first African American poetess but also used her exceptional talent to challenge and redefine the narratives...

  • The Power of Reading and Writing: Inspired by Maya Angelou

    The Power of Reading and Writing: Inspired by M...

    Christopher Thompkins

    Maya Angelou celebrated books as "rainbows in the clouds," seeing reading as more than consuming words—it's an engagement with the world. Through her seminal work, "I Know Why the Caged...

    The Power of Reading and Writing: Inspired by M...

    Christopher Thompkins

    Maya Angelou celebrated books as "rainbows in the clouds," seeing reading as more than consuming words—it's an engagement with the world. Through her seminal work, "I Know Why the Caged...

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