Angie Thomas exists as proof against this archaic view of inclusivity in publishing (and the quite obvious public display of white fragility) – she is an African American woman who proves that black stories not only matter, but they sell too.

Angie Thomas exists as proof against this archaic view of inclusivity in publishing (and the quite obvious public display of white fragility) – she is an African American woman who proves that black stories not only matter, but they sell too.