The Deliberate & Unafraid book club features books and experiences by authors, activists, and artists who fearlessly challenge social injustices and fight to advance the collective well-being of others.
Inspired by the renowned queer, black woman poet and author, Audre Lorde, and her poem, “New Year’s Day,” De Nichols created Deliberate & Unafraid book club to hold space for critical thought, reflection, and conversation on issues related to the current social challenges and injustices of the world.
Current Book
Art of protest
Throughout 2022, De will be engaging with readers nationwide to explore, read, and create works inspired by her first children’s book, Art of Protest: Creating, Discovering, and Activating Art for Your Revolution.
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Gamba Adisa Library
Upon her death, Audre Lorde changed her name to Gamba Adisa, which means "Warrior: She who makes her meaning clear.” Centered on womxn, queer, and BIPOC authors (but inclusive of a tiny few amazing books by male authors), the books within this growing list embody the spirit of speaking truth deliberately, fearlessly, and powerfully.
For the last few months, the Deliberate & Unafraid book club has been on a short hiatus as creator, De Nichols, completed her first children’s book, Art of Protest. Ahead of its October 12 release, De&U Book Club is returning so that we may keep reading, celebrating, and learning from even more BIPOC, queer, and womxn authors.