Ibram X. Kendi Reading Order
4 series · 17 books · Born 1982-08-13
Ibram X. Kendi is an acclaimed historian and activist who examines the roots and impacts of racism throughout American history. His work spans academic analysis, accessible non-fiction for adults, and engaging content designed for younger readers, including illustrated graphic novels that bring complex ideas about racial justice to new audiences. Known for challenging conventional narratives about race and discrimination, Kendi has built a substantial body of work across formats that educates readers of all ages about systemic inequality and pathways toward equity.
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Anthologies Series
Complete1 book (2020–2020)
| # | Title |
|---|---|
| 1 | Too Many Times: How to End Gun Violence in a Divided America |
Children's Series
Likely Complete4 books (2022–2027)
Ibram X. Kendi's Children's series consists of two books published in 2022, beginning with Goodnight Racism and followed by Magnolia Flower, the latter created in collaboration with Zora Neale Hurston. The series appears to be complete and should be read in publication order. These young adult non-fiction works are designed for children and offer thoughtful perspectives on important social topics.
Start with Goodnight Racism and read in order.
Start this series with Goodnight Racism
Buy Book 1 🇺🇸🎧 Listen free on Audible| # | Title |
|---|---|
| 1 | Goodnight Racism |
| 2 |  Magnolia Flower(With: Zora Neale Hurston) |
| 3 | The Power of Our(With: Zora Neale Hurston) |
| 4 | Eatonville: A Story of America’s First Black Town(With: Zora Neale Hurston) |
Graphic Novels Series
Complete1 book (2016–2016)
| # | Title |
|---|---|
| 1 |  Stamped from the Beginning: A Graphic History of Racist Ideas in America |
Non-Fiction Series
Ongoing11 books (2012–2026)
Ibram X. Kendi's non-fiction series comprises 11 books published between 2012 and 2026, with the series currently ongoing. The books should be read in publication order, beginning with The Black Campus Movement: Black Students and the Racial Reconstitution of Higher Education, 1965-1972. Several titles in the series are co-authored works, and multiple entries are specifically designed for young adult and younger audiences, offering accessible explorations of racism, antiracism, and related historical topics.
Start with The Black Campus Movement: Black Students and the Racial Reconstitution of Higher Education, 1965-1972, the first of 11 books in the Non-Fiction series.
Start this series with The Black Campus Movement: Black Students and the Racial Reconstitution of Higher Education, 1965-1972
Buy Book 1 🇺🇸🎧 Listen free on Audible| # | Title |
|---|---|
| 1 |  The Black Campus Movement: Black Students and the Racial Reconstitution of Higher Education, 1965-1972 |
| 2 |  Stamped from the Beginning: The Definitive History of Racist Ideas in America |
| 3 |  How to Be an Antiracist |
| 4 |  Antiracist Baby |
| 5 |  Stamped: Racism, Antiracism, and You(With: Jason Reynolds) |
| 6 |  Four Hundred Souls(With: Keisha N. Blain) |
| 7 | Stamped (For Kids) : Racism, Antiracism, and You(With: Jason Reynolds) |
| 8 | How to Raise an Antiracist |
| 9 |  The (Young) Antiracist's Workbook(With: Nic Stone) |
| 10 |  Malcolm Lives!: The Official Biography of Malcolm X for Young Readers |
| 11 |  Chain of Ideas: The Origins of Our Authoritarian Age |
Frequently Asked Questions
- How many books has Ibram X. Kendi written?
- Ibram X. Kendi has written 17 books across 4 series. Their published works span from 2012 to 2027.
- What is the first book in each Ibram X. Kendi series?
- Here are the first books in Ibram X. Kendi's series: Children's: Goodnight Racism; Non-Fiction: The Black Campus Movement: Black Students and the Racial Reconstitution of Higher Education, 1965-1972.
- What order should I read Ibram X. Kendi's books?
- We recommend reading Ibram X. Kendi's series in publication order. Each series can be read independently.
- Is Ibram X. Kendi still writing new books?
- Yes, Ibram X. Kendi has 1 ongoing series: Non-Fiction.