Black Classic Press, Inc.

03/18/2026

JOIN US NOW to learn about the NEW BCP Affiliates program from BCP Digital Printing (agooddaytoprint.com). You earn cash rewards and your connections can earn awesome perks when you refer them to print with BCP!

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03/13/2026

Stop by our table at the 50th annual National Council for Black Studies Conference for

📚book bundles that you can only buy during

📕🤕 1/2 off hurt books

🔖 a selection BCP books specially curated for conference attendees

National Council for Black Studies

Plus, share your love for the community by with a special shoutout during our livestream!

02/22/2026

THIS NOTE AND LINK ARE FROM KASSAHUN CHECOLE the venerable publisher of Red Sea Press on one of our favorite publishers, Margaret Busby.

Paul

You may find this article interesting; it reflects on some of the things that you and I have begun discussing.

The most critical role for us as African publishers is ensuring we do not become the know-it-all or/and the end-all.

We must ensure that the legacy continues and that we pass on the tradition so others can not only continue it but also make it bigger, better, and more sustainable.

Remember the path breaking work of TWP, BCP, Red Sea Press, Just US Books, etc. and those before them like Dr. Woodson and others.

Today, to my knowledge, there is not a single Black University Press, despite the long academic tradition of the HBCUs. HU had a wonderful Press that produced great books, but no more. As far as I am concerned, it is a tragedy. Many Black independent publishers continue to struggle, but for how long?

What I learned from working for the publisher who revolutionised literary London

02/07/2026

As we celebrate Black History Month, let’s intentionally support institutions that have made sharing our stories their mission. Black-owned publishers that celebrate Black people, Black culture, and Black histories in their books all year round.

Let’s pour into these institutions! Read their books. Buy directly from their websites if you can. (Many carry titles that are difficult to get elsewhere.) Recommend their books. Check them out at your local library, and if they’re not on the shelves — request them. Share and comment on their social media posts. Sign up for their mailing lists. Spread the word about the work they’re doing.

Third World Press Foundation - the oldest Black publishing company in the world. Founded in 1967, it’s one of the last-remaining Black Arts Movement institutions. https://thirdworldpressfoundation.org

blackclassicpress - founded in 1978 and devoted to publishing obscure and significant works by and about people of African descent. https://www.blackclassicbooks.com

Africa World Press - in business since 1983, its mission is to provide high quality literature on the history, culture, politics of Africa and the African Diaspora. https://africaworldpressbooks.com

Just Us Books - (that’s us!) founded in 1988, we publish children’s books that center and celebrate Black people, history and culture. https://justusbooks.com

— provides services and products, including books and workshops, to help inspire and support boys of color. https://daretobeking.net

uwpbooks - publishes a variety of topics through the framework of Black scholars who write through the African lens. https://uwpbooks.com

Let us know about other Black-owned book publishers that are doing this important work!

02/03/2026

The Brown Bookshelf’s 28 Days Later campaign is back! Join them starting tomorrow, Feb. 1 to celebrate talented Black kidlit creators and their great work!

https://thebrownbookshelf.com/2026/01/29/celebrating-our-28-days-later-honorees/?fbclid=IwdGRleAPoontleHRuA2FlbQIxMQBzcnRjBmFwcF9pZAo2NjI4NTY4Mzc5AAEe45GiO6Khd7r3_8Z5p6LaZ_0d__vJX__BvENgfw4NW8-ygfi51G7sZwGtA-U_aem_oIIchiccowV3coazNz9cXg

01/29/2026

Black History Month Film Screening Presented by Associated Black Charities

Join us for a powerful Black History Month film screening of The Black Panthers: Vanguard of the Revolution, the acclaimed documentary by legendary filmmaker Stanley Nelson that chronicles the rise, vision, and global impact of the Black Panther Party. Through rare archival footage and first-hand accounts, the film moves beyond caricature to reveal the Panthers as a revolutionary movement rooted in self-determination, community care, political education, and resistance to systemic injustice.

The evening will feature pre-screening remarks from Paul Coates, former leader of the Black Panther Party in Baltimore and founder of Black Classic Press. Mr. Coates brings lived experience, historical insight, and a Baltimore-centered perspective that deepens our understanding of the Panthers’ local and national legacy - and their continued relevance today.

Tuesday, February 10, 2026

Presented in partnership with Baltimore Center Stage and The AFRO

Registration is required and available at no cost.
Attendees will also have the option to purchase a dinner box during registration.

This is more than a film, it’s a moment to reflect, learn, and engage with the history that continues to shape our present and future. We hope you’ll join us in community for this important evening.

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12/14/2025

As we embrace the warmth and reflection of the holiday season, let us also take a moment to honor those who courageously fought for our freedom. For the next 12 days, we’re offering 20% off all titles that explore the history, impact, and legacy of the Black Panther Party. May this season inspire us to celebrate, remember, and continue learning.

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