Black Authors' Fiction Books: Recommendations and Highlights

A great 2016 fiction book is 'The Vegetarian' by Han Kang. It's a disturbing yet thought - provoking novel about a woman who decides to become a vegetarian. Her decision has a profound impact on her family and society around her. It won the Man Booker International Prize in 2016.

A great find is 'The Color Purple' by Alice Walker. It's a story of a young African - American woman's struggle through abuse and finding her own voice. The epistolary style gives it a very personal touch.

Zora Neale Hurston's 'Their Eyes Were Watching God' is also a must - read. It tells the story of a young black woman's journey through life, love, and self - discovery. Hurston's writing is rich in African - American vernacular, which gives the story a unique flavor and authenticity.

One must - read is 'The Color Purple' by Alice Walker. It's a story of a young African - American woman's struggle through abuse and her journey towards self - empowerment. The epistolary style makes it very engaging.

Some of the top black - authored Christian fiction books include 'The Fire Next Time' by James Baldwin. It's a thought - provoking exploration of race and religion in America. 'Go Tell It on the Mountain' by James Baldwin as well. It delves deep into the spiritual journey of a young black man in a Christian context. 'The Amen Corner' by James Baldwin is another. His works often bring a unique and powerful perspective to the intersection of black experience and Christian faith, making his books very popular in this genre.

For Toni Morrison, 'Beloved' is a must - read. It tells the story of a former slave haunted by the ghost of her daughter she killed to save her from slavery. James Baldwin's 'Go Tell It on the Mountain' is also essential. It's a semi - autobiographical novel that gives insights into the life of a young black man growing up in Harlem. Zora Neale Hurston's 'Their Eyes Were Watching God' is a classic. It follows the journey of a black woman named Janie as she searches for love and self - discovery.

Well, 'Native Son' by Richard Wright is a significant one. It shows the struggles and oppression faced by a young black man in a racist society. It's a rather dark and intense read that really makes you think about the impact of racism on individuals.

One great book is 'Beloved' by Toni Morrison. It's a powerful story about a former slave haunted by the ghost of her daughter. Another is 'The Color Purple' by Alice Walker, which follows the life of an African - American woman in the early 20th century through her letters. And 'Invisible Man' by Ralph Ellison is also a classic, exploring the identity of a black man in a racist society.

Many readers like 'The Intuitionist' by Colson Whitehead as well. It's a mystery set in a world of elevator inspectors and has elements of race and politics. 'Parable of the Sower' by Octavia Butler is also well - liked. It's set in a future dystopian America and follows the journey of a young black woman as she tries to survive and build a new community.