Find your next great read with our Black History Month reading list of staff and student reading recommendations. 

Many titles are available to borrow from our libraries in print or ebook format. Click through to NUsearch from the reading list to check availability of each item and place Click and Collect requests. 

Help us to further diversify our collections

We're committed to improving the diversity of our leisure reading collection throughout the year. Use this form to suggest titles for our collections from underrepresented voices. 

Black Literary and Creative Community (BLACC)

Join the Black Literary and Creative Community (BLACC) to explore literature and creative experiences for black heritage students.

• A space for you to explore your interests beyond your course
• Access resources, practical work experience and dedicated events
• Join focus groups to discuss your university journey, academic barriers and improve the black heritage student experience

In our physical and online collections, staff, students and researchers can access a wide range of books and journals related to the history, achievements, contributions and lived experiences of Black people. 

Take a look at our blog post for some suggestions of where to start your search.