Fiction
#benitobowl books
Books by authors from and/or with stories set in the beautiful nations of America mentioned by Bad Bunny during the Superbowl Halftime.
Black Authors, American Classics - Non-Fiction
Essential reading. Personal experiences and reflections that stand the test of time.
Black Authors, American Classics - Fiction
Imprinting characters, resonant storylines, undeniable feats of both Black and American literature.
Thanksgiving Reads
This list offers fiction and non-fiction reading recommendations from the Oakland Public Library’s collection as of November 2025.
#benitobowl books
Books by authors from and/or with stories set in the beautiful nations of America mentioned by Bad Bunny during the Superbowl Halftime.
Black Authors, American Classics - Non-Fiction
Essential reading. Personal experiences and reflections that stand the test of time.
Black Authors, American Classics - Fiction
Imprinting characters, resonant storylines, undeniable feats of both Black and American literature.
Thanksgiving Reads
This list offers fiction and non-fiction reading recommendations from the Oakland Public Library’s collection as of November 2025.
Non-fiction
The Devil's Music: A Closer Look at the Blues
Inspired by Sinners, the 2026 Academy Award Winning Film for Best Original Screenplay.
2025 Award-Winning Books
Prize-winning fiction and nonfiction published in 2025
African American Heritage Month Non-Fiction Reading List
Explore this curated collection of nonfiction books that honor the rich history, culture, and contributions of African Americans.
Readings on Rev. Martin Luther King, Jr. and others
This list was prepared for marking Martin Luther King, Jr.'s Holiday in Oakland, 2026
The Devil's Music: A Closer Look at the Blues
Inspired by Sinners, the 2026 Academy Award Winning Film for Best Original Screenplay.
2025 Award-Winning Books
Prize-winning fiction and nonfiction published in 2025
African American Heritage Month Non-Fiction Reading List
Explore this curated collection of nonfiction books that honor the rich history, culture, and contributions of African Americans.
Readings on Rev. Martin Luther King, Jr. and others
This list was prepared for marking Martin Luther King, Jr.'s Holiday in Oakland, 2026
Non-fiction
Graphic Novels on Monsters & Monstrosity
These horror graphic novels take a look at monsters and monstrosity from different angles.
Superman: Finding Home
Delve deeper into Superman's lore or discover other graphic novels & books that explore themes of identity, belonging, courage, & empathy.
2024 Harvey Award Nominees
The nominees for this year’s Harvey Awards, celebrating the best comics of the prior publishing year. How many can you read by award time?
Within the Kingdom of magic and madness: Studio Ghibli
Enjoy the wonders of Studio Ghibli's animations' other works through music, art books, graphic novels, documentaries, and more.
Graphic Novels on Monsters & Monstrosity
These horror graphic novels take a look at monsters and monstrosity from different angles.
Superman: Finding Home
Delve deeper into Superman's lore or discover other graphic novels & books that explore themes of identity, belonging, courage, & empathy.
2024 Harvey Award Nominees
The nominees for this year’s Harvey Awards, celebrating the best comics of the prior publishing year. How many can you read by award time?
Within the Kingdom of magic and madness: Studio Ghibli
Enjoy the wonders of Studio Ghibli's animations' other works through music, art books, graphic novels, documentaries, and more.
For teens
Teens
Roses are Red, Violets are Blue
Here are red covers just for you!
Ramadan Kareem رمضان كريم
Enjoy these teen titles about Muslim families and their stories. Happy Ramadan!
YA Books to Read for Arab American Heritage Month!
Bet you didn't know April is Arab American Heritage Month! Check out these books that highlight Arab culture, authors, and history!
Roses are Red, Violets are Blue
Here are red covers just for you!
Ramadan Kareem رمضان كريم
Enjoy these teen titles about Muslim families and their stories. Happy Ramadan!
YA Books to Read for Arab American Heritage Month!
Bet you didn't know April is Arab American Heritage Month! Check out these books that highlight Arab culture, authors, and history!
For children
Children
Honoring Dr. King
These picture books celebrate the life and legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. and the Civil Rights Movement
Does She Have Magic?
A tribute to phenomenal women and girls in sports. This children's booklist is inspired by Oakland's olympic gold medalist, Alysa Liu.
Palestinian Point of View
Picture books, chapter books, & informational books for children ages 3 to 13 years.
Honoring Dr. King
These picture books celebrate the life and legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. and the Civil Rights Movement
Does She Have Magic?
A tribute to phenomenal women and girls in sports. This children's booklist is inspired by Oakland's olympic gold medalist, Alysa Liu.
Palestinian Point of View
Picture books, chapter books, & informational books for children ages 3 to 13 years.
