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The Hate U Give follows Starr Carter, a Black teenager who witnesses her friend Khalil’s death by a white police officer.

Living between her poor neighborhood and rich private school, Starr struggles with identity and fear.

As the case becomes national news, she faces pressure from both communities.

The media wrongly portrays Khalil as dangerous, and Starr must decide whether to stay silent or speak out.

She finds her voice, fights for justice, and exposes the reality of racism.

The story shows the power of courage and truth in confronting inequality.

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Dear White People takes place at a mostly white Ivy League university, where a group of Black students faces everyday racism and identity struggles.

The story centers on Samantha White, a student activist and radio host who runs a show called “Dear White People,” where she exposes subtle and open racism on campus.

When a group of white students throws a racist-themed party, tensions explode and force everyone to confront their biases and privilege.

The film mixes humor and sharp dialogue to explore race, identity, and hypocrisy in “post-racial” America.

It shows how even well-intentioned people can be part of systemic racism — and how speaking out can start uncomfortable but necessary change.

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All American follows Spencer James, a talented high school football player from South Crenshaw, a poor neighborhood in Los Angeles.

His life changes when he’s recruited to play for Beverly Hills High, a rich and mostly white school.

Spencer faces a huge cultural shock — torn between two worlds: his old neighborhood and his new privileged environment.

As he tries to fit in, he deals with issues of racism, class differences, loyalty, and identity, while using football as his path to a better future.

The show also explores family struggles, friendships, and the pressures young Black men face in both sports and society.

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All American follows Spencer James, a talented high school football player from South Crenshaw, a poor neighborhood in Los Angeles.

His life changes when he’s recruited to play for Beverly Hills High, a rich and mostly white school.

Spencer faces a huge cultural shock — torn between two worlds: his old neighborhood and his new privileged environment.

As he tries to fit in, he deals with issues of racism, class differences, loyalty, and identity, while using football as his path to a better future.

The show also explores family struggles, friendships, and the pressures young Black men face in both sports and society.

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Djamila Ribeiro’s Pequeno Manual Antirracista is a concise guide that explains racism in society and offers practical ways to fight it. The book emphasizes that being “non-racist” is not enough; individuals must actively practice anti-racism.

Ribeiro explores how racism is systemic, embedded in social, political, and economic structures, and how it affects daily life, especially for Black people in Brazil. She discusses concepts such as privilege, colorism, and intersectionality, showing how race intersects with gender, class, and other forms of oppression.

The book also provides actionable advice for readers: educate yourself about racism, listen to the experiences of Black people, challenge racist behavior in your environment, and support policies and initiatives that promote racial equality. Ribeiro encourages reflection on personal biases and the active role everyone can play in dismantling racist structures.

In essence, the book is a call for conscious, continuous anti-racist action, highlighting that anti-racism is a practice, not a label.

P.S- Não mudei o nome para inglês pois acredito que perde a essência

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Olhos d’Água is a collection of short stories by Brazilian author Conceição Evaristo that explores the lives of Black women living on the margins of society. The stories focus on themes of racism, poverty, gender inequality, and social exclusion, showing how these forces shape the characters’ daily experiences and identities.

Evaristo’s writing highlights the resilience, strength, and humanity of her characters, portraying their struggles while also celebrating their sense of community, memory, and cultural heritage. She uses her unique style called escrevivência, combining personal experience and social observation, to give voice to stories often ignored in mainstream literature.

The book is a powerful reflection on systemic oppression in Brazil and the ways Black women navigate and resist it, making it both a social critique and a celebration of survival and identity.

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“O Avesso da Pele” (“The Dark Side of the Skin”) by Jeferson Tenório tells the story of Pedro, a young Black man from Brazil, who reflects on the life and death of his father, Henrique, a Black teacher murdered by the police.

After his father’s death, Pedro revisits their memories, exploring their difficult relationship and trying to understand who his father truly was — not only as a parent but as a man who faced racism, social injustice, and emotional struggles.

Through Pedro’s narration, the book reveals Henrique’s life journey: his academic ambitions, his effort to be respected in a racist society, and his constant battle between hope and disillusionment. The novel also portrays the effects of systemic racism on family, love, and identity in Brazil.

Tenório’s writing mixes intimate storytelling and social criticism, showing how violence and racism shape generations. In the end, Pedro’s reflection becomes a way to heal and reclaim his father’s story — turning pain into understanding and memory.