Detroit Book City is proud to present its 10th Annual African-American Family Book Expo & Read-In 2026, a milestone celebration dedicated to promoting, preserving, and sustaining literacy throughout Metro Detroit—while honoring the rich legacy of Black History.
🎟️ FREE ADMISSION with registered ticket! Join the Facebook Event page for daily updates & highlights: https://www.facebook.com/share/17gYogetKR/
At this year’s expo, we are thrilled to announce that Dr. Tonesa Welch, the real-life inspiration behind the acclaimed BET+ biographical drama First Lady of BMF: The Tonesa Welch Story, will appear as our Featured Guest Author selling her debut memoir, Black Mafia Queen: The Woman Behind the BMF Empire. 👉 RSVP to Pre-order & pick-up signed copy and reserved seat on event day!
Meet and purchase autographed books from more than 40 talented independent authors, representing both adult and children’s literature across a wide range of genres. Discover powerful stories and valuable knowledge written through the lens of local and national Black voices.
Families are strongly encouraged to attend! Bring your children to experience the joy of storytelling, develop a love for reading at an early age, and build home libraries filled with books to be treasured and shared for generations to come.
