Super Short Summary

Coffee Will Make You Black by April Sinclair is a coming-of-age story about a young Black woman named Jean “Stevie” Stevenson, growing up during the Black Power and Civil Rights movements in the Southside of Chicago. Through episodic narratives, Stevie navigates racism, sociopolitical changes, and personal identity development, humorously and insightfully addressing societal perceptions of race and gender, ultimately forging her unique sense of self amidst societal challenges. The book contains references to racial discrimination and violence.