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The Black Family Who Built America Hits the AALBC Black Bestsellers List!

Hot off the press — The Black Family Who Built America: The McKissacks, Two Centuries of Daring Pioneers has officially landed on the AALBC Black Bestsellers List for Adult Nonfiction (Hardcover)!

This recognition is more than a chart position. It’s a celebration of legacy, resilience, and the untold stories that built this nation.


A Testament to the McKissack Legacy

From Moses McKissack’s brickmaking skills in the 1800s to the multi-billion-dollar projects led today by Cheryl McKissack Daniel, the McKissack family’s story represents over 230 years of courage, innovation, and leadership.

Being featured among the top-selling works by Black writers and illustrators is a reminder of just how deeply these stories resonate.


Gratitude and Collaboration

Special congratulations to:

  • Nick Chiles, co-writer and award-winning journalist,

  • Charlamagne tha God and Black Privilege Publishing, whose vision and support brought this story to life.

This achievement reflects the collective power of storytelling and the importance of amplifying voices that history too often overlooks.


What’s Next

This is just the beginning! As Cheryl continues her book tour and speaking engagements, The Black Family Who Built America is sparking vital conversations across the country about race, resilience, and representation in America’s built environment.

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