African American women writers have provided insight into life for women and for African Americans since Phillis Wheatley in colonial America became the first published African American writer in what became the United States.

African American women writers have helped to bring the black woman's experience to life for millions of readers. Here are some of these writers you should know.

Notable Quotes: African American Women Writers

British Women Writers, African American Women Writers

African American Women on Race

Information on Nella Larsen - her life and work.

Women's role and women leaders in Native American communities. Resources for reading and research. Includes notable Native American women, from Pocahontas and Sacagawea (Sacajawea) to Zitkala-Sa to Wilma Mankiller, and many more.

Uncover the history of African American women: the history of black women in America, from slavery through Reconstruction, Harlem Renaissance and civil rights. Biographies, organizations, events and movements.

Find biographies, quotes, and other information on notable African American women in history.