What I love most about this book was how it felt like I was sitting down with a friend sharing useful advice. From cultural appropriation to power dynamics, “reverse racism” to white privilege, this book is a conversation starter, tool kit, and window into the life of a former “token Black kid.” Back matter includes an encyclopedia of racism, including details on historical events and terminology. Each chapter also features the voice and experience of an artist or activist, including Angie Thomas, author of The Hate U Give April Reign, creator of #OscarsSoWhite and Jemele Hill, sports journalist, and podcast host.

Here, Joseph speaks to the reader as he wishes he’d spoken to his friends, unpacking hurtful race-related anecdotes from his past and sharing how he might handle things differently now. When he grew older, he saw them as missed opportunities to stand up for himself and bring awareness to those who didn’t see the hurt they caused. “We don’t see color.” “I didn’t know Black people liked Star Wars!” “What hood are you from?” As a student in a largely white high school, Frederick Joseph often simply let wince-worthy moments go. We hope they will help you find something new to watch, read, and listen to as well as tv shows, movies, books and podcasts to avoid completely! The Black Friend on Being a Better White Person Note: Our reviews will contain just the basics – no spoilers. From the perspective of the friend everyone should have, Frederick Joseph offers an essential read for white people who want to be better about race-and people of color who long to see their experiences validated. Let’s talk about The Black Friend On Being a Better White Personby Frederick Joseph.

The Black Friend by Frederick Joseph