Welcome to Lit City

A collage of five photos depicting a book event or gathering. The photos show groups of people socializing, browsing bookshelves, and enjoying drinks in a cozy, warmly lit venue with brick walls. One photo features a large crowd, and others show individuals or small groups smiling and conversing.

What is Lit City?

Lit City Foundation is an organization dedicated to amplifying creativity, uplifting underrepresented voices, and connecting communities across the African diaspora. Through creative programing, community partnerships and literacy initiatives, we celebrate the richness of the African diaspora culture while providing platforms for both emerging and established creatives to develop and showcase their work.

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Past Book Selections

A person holding a copy of the book titled "The Heaven & Earth Grocery Store" by James McBride, with sunlight shining through the window in the background.
Cover of the book 'A Walk in the Woods' by Bill Bryson, set outdoors among grass, with stickers indicating awards and recognitions.
A paperback copy of the novel "Luster" by Raven Leilani lying on green grass.
Cover of the book 'Nickel Boys' by Colson Whitehead, with a red background and black and white text, along with an illustration of three boys standing on a shadow.
A book titled 'Homegoing' by Yaa Gyasi, featuring an illustration of two women's faces in profile with natural hair, set against a red background with orange accents.

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