George M. Johnson Books in Order

George M. Johnson draws on personal college experiences to discuss challenges students may not anticipate before arriving on campus. The guide addresses overlooked aspects of student life and offers advice on navigating mistakes, expectations, and the path to graduation.

George M. Johnson profiles Black queer writers, performers, and activists of the Harlem Renaissance through fourteen essays. Personal reflections, poetry, and Charly Palmer’s illustrations explore how obscured identities shaped American culture and can inform young readers’ lives today.

After a disastrous New Year’s Eve, cousins Andy and Dominique have one hectic day to repair relationships and face problems threatening their hometown. Romance, family loyalties, a stolen car, and old feelings make starting fresh much harder than expected.

George M. Johnson reflects on fifteen years shaped by an HIV diagnosis, alcoholism, loss, and public battles over book bans. Family and community anchor a memoir exploring grief, sexuality, identity, and the difficult process of healing.

George M. Johnson recounts childhood, adolescence, and college years as a Black queer person in New Jersey and Virginia. These personal essays explore family, identity, masculinity, and sexuality while addressing young readers seeking recognition and a sense of belonging.