Angela Shanté

Finalist, 2024 National Book Awards

Angela Shanté is an award–winning author and former NYC K-12 teacher by trade. In addition to her writing, she is a multi-hyphened artist who consults on creative, educational, and culturally relevant projects. She lives in CA with her dog, Blue. Learn more >

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The Unboxing of a Black Girl

ISBN 9798890039538
Page Street Publishing

Written as a collection of vignettes and poetry, The Unboxing of a Black Girl is a creative nonfiction reflection on Black girlhood. The debut YA title is a love letter to Black girls set in New York City and serves as a personal and political critique of how the world raises Black girls. More about this book >

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Angela Shanté

Angela Shanté is an award–winning author and former NYC K-12 teacher by trade. In addition to her writing, she is a multi-hyphened artist who consults on creative, educational, and culturally relevant projects. She lives in CA with her dog, Blue.

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