Reading for Black History Month

When we opened Aunt Agatha’s in 1992, we celebrated Black History Month every February by putting the work of black authors in our front window.  In 1992, that group of authors was small, and if we were to still be an open store, out window display would be much larger.  In 1992 it included Eleanor Taylor Bland, Hugh Holton, Iceberg Slim, Chester Himes, Donald Goines and of course, Walter Mosley, whose first novel, Devil in a Blue Dress, was published in 1990.  Bill Clinton, a famous mystery fan, had helped his career by mentioning him as a favorite writer. read more

August Book Club: American Spy

Join our August book club discussion via zoom on Sunday, August 23 at 2 p.m.  We’ll e discussing Lauren Wilkinson‘s Edgar nominated American Spy.  All are welcome.  Email store (at) auntagathas.com to receive a zoom invitation. Here’s a description of the book, via goodreads:

What if your sense of duty required you to betray the man you love? One woman struggles to choose between her honor and her heart in this enthralling espionage drama that deftly hops between New York and West Africa. read more