Angela Shelf Medearis

Angela Shelf Medearis combines a general love for children's literature with a particular attention to the reading needs of young African Americans. "I write the kinds of books I always longed to find in the library when I was a child," she says. Every child needs to find a reflection of himself or herself when looking for a book in the library or bookstore. Medearis' books show African-American life, history, and culture in a positive way, from the celebration of Kwanzaa to life on a Depression-era farm.

Books
	The Ethnic Vegetarian: Traditional and Modern Recipes from Africa, America, and the Caribbean African-style curry powder, Chermoula sauce, Cucumber and pepper relish, Tahini, Egyptian chickpea sesame spread, Plantain appetizer. Curry powder is a reflection of the Indian influence on some African recipes.