Chrystal D. Giles Book List

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Book List in Order: 4 titles

Take Back the Block
- Feb-2021
- / General Fiction
"This book made me want to step aside, hand over the mic, and listen to Wes. A must-read." --Mariama J. Lockington, author of For Black Girls Like MeBrand-new kicks, ripped denim shorts, Supreme tee--Wes Henderson has the best style in sixth grade. T...

Not an Easy Win
- Mar-2023
- / General Fiction
FOUR STARRED REVIEWS! Twelve-year old Lawrence is new to chess--can he find a way to get on the board, even though the odds are stacked against him?Find out in this powerful novel about family, forgiveness, and figuring out who you are when you don�...

Listen to the Girls
- May-2026
- / General Fiction
When Calla finds out her favorite teacher has been accused of inappropriate conduct, she decides to take action in this powerful story about growing up and speaking up, about listening to others and learning to listen to yourself. Because t...

We Are Joy
- Jun-2026
- / General Fiction
The #1 New York Times bestselling illustrator of Stacey's Extraordinary Words and the critically acclaimed author of Take Back the Block join together to create this heartwarming, empowering celebration of Black joy!We are joy—showing off our m...

Chrystal D. Giles has published 4 books.

The next book by Chrystal D. Giles, We Are Joy, will be published in June 2026.

The first book by Chrystal D. Giles, Take Back the Block, was published in February 2021.

No. Chrystal D. Giles does not write books in series.