Bold Words from Black Men: Insights and Reflections from 50 Notable Trailblazers Who Influenced the World

This companion to Bold Words from Black Women offers clear-eyed advice from inspirational Black men throughout history, paired with vibrant, museum-worthy art.

Immerse yourself in words of affirmation, power, resilience, truth, beauty, love, whimsy, and wonder spoken by Black men whose leadership, thought, and perspectives have not only inspired nations, but helped to create the blueprint for Black manhood and humanity.

Featuring men like actor Sidney Poitier, rapper Shawn "Jay-Z" Carter, basketball player LeBron James, astrophysicist Neil deGrasse Tyson, and former president Barack Obama, this stunning book will have an immeasurable impact on any reader seeking faith, spirit, and purpose.

Author: Tamara Pizzoli
Publisher: Denene Millner Books/Simon & Schuster Books f
Published: 04/08/2025
Pages: 112
Binding Type: Hardcover
Weight: 2.15lbs
Size: 11.00h x 11.30w x 0.80d
ISBN: 9781665930642
Audience: Ages 9-12


Review Citation(s):
Kirkus Reviews 02/15/2025

About the Author
Dr. Tamara Pizzoli is an African American writer, publisher, and producer who was born and raised in Texas and now resides in Rome, Italy, with her four children. She pens and publishes stories through her independent publishing house, The English Schoolhouse. Visit her at TheEnglishSchoolhouse.com.

Ngabo D. Cesar, also known as EL'CESART, is a twenty-nine-year-old visual artist and illustrator whose work explores culture, identity, and Afro-futurism. Based in Nairobi but frequently traveling, his creative expressions span oil painting, digital art, illustrations, apparel design, and photography. Inspired by Black culture and pop society, El'CESART uses bold colors, textures, and prints to craft visually magnetic pieces that often feature music artists, film stars, and raw, beautiful depictions of men and women. He has collaborated with major Hollywood entertainment companies like HBO, Amazon Prime, Hulu, and Annapurna Studio, where his work contributed to the Oscar-winning film If Beale Street Could Talk by Barry Jenkins. His artwork also includes pieces for Lovecraft Country, The United States vs. Billie Holiday, and more.