Stupid Black Girl - by Aisha Redux (Paperback)

About the Book

"A first-generation American from New York City, Aisha Redux uses her bold voice and unique point of view in this provocative collection. Weaving together contemporary Black urban culture, traditional African religion, and modern tenets of Islam, she shares her life experiences, astute observations, and evolving belief system. Through the lens of race, culture, gender, sexuality and spirituality, Redux explores topics ranging from night terrors, to schizophrenia, to gentrification"--

Book Synopsis

One of the Best Books for Young Adults of 2020, as chosen by Kirkus Reviews

A provocative collection of narrative essays with a unique point of view.
In this book a first generation American New Yorker uses her bold voice to share life experiences through the lens of race, culture, and spirituality. Exploring topics ranging from night terrors, to schizophrenia, to gentrification, to the author's personal September 11th story. Illustrated with stunning artwork created in response to the essays, this book is a unique collection.

Review Quotes

"Redux's ethereal ability to share her perspective and empower others creates a space in which everyone will benefit from reading her work"--Starred Review, School Library Journal

"Redux's use of frank, sometimes-biting, but consistently thoughtful language, coupled with her openness about her own life stories and lessons learned, shows that she is anything but stupid. McCarthy's illustrations--her visual responses to Redux's words--add another layer for consideration to this thought-provoking work. An important and eye-opening contribution to conversations about global identity politics." --Kirkus Reviews

About the Author

Aisha Redux was raised in New York City by parents who emigrated from West Africa. She is now living in the South Bronx. This is her debut title.