50 Shades of Black is about affirming the beauty found in every human being and critically examining the influential nature of sexuality & skin tone in the formation of identity. Using personal stories and art, 50 Shades of Black is comprised of contributions from people all over the world in the form of scholarly essays, personal narratives, poems, photographs, paintings, and other artistic contributions. Contributions by Dr. Yaba Blay, Mia McKenzie, Scottie Lowe, Dash Harris & many more. Artwork by Andrew Thomas Clifton, Chris Charles, Chath pierSath, Fahamu Pecou, Ross Oscar Knight & more Includes African, African-American, Latino, Asian, Bi-racial, and Multicultural Perspectives. Interwoven with voices from the Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender, and Queer communities. Special tribute to the legendary Joyce Bryant by her niece Robyn Labeaud.