Nisha Sharma, Adriana Herrera, Nicki Payne, and other talented authors started this challenge to read 23 books by BIPOC authors with BIPOC characters before the end of 2023. The purpose of this initiative is to amplify and elevate marginalized voices in publishing by promoting, showcasing, and celebrating the works of Black, Indigenous, and People of Color dedicated to telling stories that center marginalized identities.

I’m joining this challenge too!! Over the past couple of years, I’ve made a conscious effort to selecting what I read mindfully and will continue to hold myself accountable. I love to read books by BIPOC authors featuring marginalized identities across all genres.

Here are the physical books I’m hoping to get to. This does not include the audiobooks and ebooks I’m planning to read as well. I’m in the middle of The Art of Scandal by Regina Black & The Name Drop by Susan Lee (not pictured) which I’m planning to count towards #23FOR23 once I’m done reading them.

Wondering how to take action? Participate in the #23FOR23 Challenge! Take control of your reading choices, curate your social media content thoughtfully, and back your words with action. Let’s be more intentional with our reading!

Here are a few links to help you learn more about the challenge and how you can participate:

#23for23: https://www.23for23.net/
Starter list of books by BIPOC authors featuring marginalized characters – This is an incomplete list. The purpose of the list is to give a jumping off point: https://www.23for23.net/wp-content/uploads/2023/08/23-for-23-Steamylit-Con-starter-list.pdf