“From stories to poetry and comics, Black Boy Joy has something for every type of reader.” - The New York Times Book Review

”Luminous . . . Filtering perennial subjects such as friendships, gender identity, and family through the lenses of magic, science, space travel, superheroes, and more, this is an exuberant celebration of carefree Black experiences; while it will especially resonate with Black readers, any reader will appreciate how this genre-bending collection expands the horizons of what joy for Black boys can be.” - Publishers Weekly, starred review

"This book is a must-have in every collection for its variety of topics and its celebration of Black boyhood in all its forms.” - School Library Journal, starred review

”In a world where Black boys’ stories are often tragedies, statistics, and stereotypes, this work surely reclaims ownership over the boldness, creativity, and wholeness they possess.” - Booklist, starred review

“Some are humorous, some are poignant, but all are compelling reading… A unique, timely, and necessary read.” - Kirkus Reviews, starred review

“This anthology for middle-graders is beautifully and unapologetically written, allowing anyone, regardless of age, sex or race, to feel a sense of pride and joy in being true to themselves.” - Shelf Awareness, starred review