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​Anthology | 260 pages | 6 x 9 | Price $20.00
Published date: June, 2026

Explore 88 Unashamed Black Mental Health Stories, a compelling collection of multi-genre personal narratives highlighting emotional resilience and mental health journeys within the Black community. This book offers powerful insights and inspiring experiences, fostering understanding and awareness. A valuable resource for anyone seeking to learn more about mental health through authentic and impactful stories. 
Raising any child is a complex endeavor. Drugs, sex, school performance, bullying, peer pressure, socializing... Of them all, I'd argue mental health can historically feel the most taboo, especially in Black and Brown communities. - Justin C. Key, "The Mushroom Garden, Neurodivergence and Black Fatherhood," an essay in 88 Unashamed Black Mental Health Stories.
In-person Publication Reading August 22, 2026
​The Center for Social Justice and Civil Liberties
National Zoom Publication Reading July 18, 2026. Authors:
​Devin Mitchell, Mervyn Seivwright, Violeta Antonette, Angela Franklin, Angelique DeVonish, Dana I. Hunter, Eric DeVaughnn, Jasmine Vallejo-Love, Beverly Head, Alora Young, Justin C. Key, Reverie Koniecki, Jordan Franklin, Nicole J. Evans, Carmen Saleh, Tiara Jones, Beverly George, Sharon M. Williams, Stephani Maari Booker, James Coats, and Stephanie Liggins.

Land Acknowledgement

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I acknowledge the traditional stewards of the lands whose ancestors have resided since Time Immemorial. Many Indigenous people thrive in this place - alive and strong (a).

I express my gratitude to the Tongva, Kucamongan, and Gabrielino people, past and present, for loving and caring for this land that was stolen from them. 

As a writer and reader, my hope is that if you haven't, you will decide to buy and read fiction and non-fiction books by First Nation authors. My hope is that you, too, will find meaningful ways to support and advocate for First Nation people.
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