I Be Writing Black List
Thank you for your interest in joining the list of Black self-published Black authors who are dedicated to celebrating and uplifting Black stories. Our list showcases authors whose entire catalogs consistently represent Black life in a positive and enriching light. Please review the eligibility criteria and fill out the application form below.
Eligibility Criteria
To be featured on our list, you must meet the following requirements:
- Authorship: You must identify as Black.
- Protagonist Representation: The protagonist(s) of your stories must be Black.
- Black Love Is Everything: If there are love interests these characters must also be Black.
- Positive Representation: Your stories should positively reflect the Black community and contribute to its upliftment.
- Inclusivity: There must be no presence of internalized anti-Blackness, misogyny (misogynoir), misandry, homophobia, transphobia, or any bigoted language in your work.
- Original Content: Your work must be self-published and original.
- Cultural Sensitivity: Ensure your stories do not perpetuate stereotypes but rather embrace the diversity within the Black community