Black History is Your History

From TikTok star and creator ofFast Black HistoryTaylor Cassidy comes a witty, lightly illustrated nonfiction debut that blends history and memoir in a joyful celebration of Black American historical figures.

Meet Taylor Cassidy, Black history enthusiast and creator of the viral TikTok seriesFast Black History. In her debut book, Taylor takes readers on a journey through the Black history shewishesshe was taught in school. With sparkling wit and humorand lots of fun pop culture referencesshe paints a vibrant picture of twelve figures from Black history whose groundbreaking contributions shaped America as we know it today. Introducing icons from activists to literary giants, movie stars to Olympic gold medalists, fashion designers to astronauts, and more, this one-of-a-kind collection makes Black history relatable, relevant, and utterly irresistible.

Using Black history as inspiration, Taylor weaves together research and personal anecdotes that illuminate each trailblazers impact on her own lifeas well as sharing plenty of triumphant, funny, and embarrassing moments from her past. From navigating friend breakups and unrequited crushes to setting boundaries and fighting self-doubt, Taylors been thereand shes learned some valuable life lessons along the way.

This book is a joyful celebration of Black historymakers, and youre invited to the party. Come on in and let these twelve true stories inspire you to make history of your own!

Taylor Cassidy is a content creator who gained popularity from her online seriesFast Black History, where, with quick wit and strong passion, she teaches Black history to her audience of millions. She uses her platform to advocate for representation, education, and creativity. She earned a Creator Honor from Liza Koshy at the Streamy Awards for her online seriesBlack Girl Magic Minuteand spent three years as a host for Sirius XMs TikTok Radio channel. Shes been featured on TikToks Top 100 list under Voices of Change: Most Impactful Creators,Teen Vogues 21 Under 21 list, andForbess 30 Under 30 list. In 2023, Taylor became an Emmy-nominated host for her work as a correspondent on NickelodeonsNick News, as well as the first-ever youth speaker at the United Nations International Day of Remembrance of the Victims of Slavery and the Transatlantic Slave Trade. Generous with sharing motivation and good energy online, Taylor is passionate about encouraging others to dream bigger for themselves. She continues to use her platform to teach, spread joy, and share fun pictures of herself.
Adriana Bellet (a.k.a. JeezVanilla) is an editorial illustrator who delights in painting spirited faces and colorful spaces. She draws and paints for various international publications, for both digital and print projects. Adriana works from her home studio in Stockholm. Visit her online at JeezVanilla.com.

• Publisher: Antheneum Books for Young Readers
• Publish Date: October 14, 2025
• Pages: 200
• Dimensions:7.8 X 5.1 inches | 1.3 pounds
• Language:English
• Type:Hardcover
• EAN/UPC: 9781665957700
• BISAC Categories: Teens & YA History, Teens & YA Travel, Teens & YA Biography & Memoir