Lit News with Avant-garde Books, LLC!

Avant-garde Books, LLC is the first Black mother/daughter-owned bookstore in the world. While their physical location at the Mall West End in SW Atlanta is no longer open, they are still committed to promoting literacy and learning, especially among socioeconomically disadvantaged children. Their mission is not just to sell books, but they strive to save and empower members of their commUNITY with the right knowledge about themselves, their history, race, culture, and identity.

Tuesday, April 23, 2024

Our Spring Book Fair is Saturday, April 27, 2024!

Get stocked for summer reading! Join us at the Mall West End on Saturday, April 27, 2024 from 12 - 5 p.m. Let's read together!

Thursday, April 4, 2024

Remembering Prolific author, Maya Angelou (1928-2014)

🎂Remembering writing aficionado, #MayaAngelou who was born on this day in 1928. Her literature traverses multiple genres. "Still I Rise" and "Phenomenal Woman" are two of her most famous poems. ✍🏿She made her ancestral ascent on 05/28/2014. #nationalpoetrymonth 📚