The History of Blacks in Speculative Fiction: Resources

Women of color are powerful forces in speculative fiction writing. More and more are popping up each year and being lauded for their efforts. I'm not only a horror nerd, but additionally an unmovable academic one as well with heavy Liberal Arts training. Important as having a list of Black speculative fiction writers to rattle off with ease, we must know our history. With context; stories of discrimination, triumph, dates and times designed to make us think about what stories are being written now and in the future.

The History of Black Speculative Fiction Writers by John F. Allen
Briefing us on the Blacks in speculative fiction writing since 1859.

Black Women in Speculative Fiction: A Brief Investigation by Chesya Burke
More details on speculative fiction with a focus on Black women and how they're diversifying the field even more.

The Black Fantastic: Highlights of Pre-World War II African and African-American Speculative Fiction by Jess Nevins
An additional comprehensive historical overview for variety and balance.


Image: intergalatic priestess By Colin Anderson