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"A people without the knowledge of their past history, origin and culture is like a tree without roots."

- Marcus Garvey

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A collage of African American books from Sankofa Essential Books and the founder, Tiffany Williams.

A collage of African American books and event photos of book drives from Sankofa Essential Books.

Founder of Sankofa Essential Books, Tiffany Williams, with the book, A Promise Land by Barack Obama.

A young reader holding a book by an African American author Sankofa Essential Books' book drive.

An African American man reading Barracoon by Zora Neale Hurston from Sankofa Essential Books.

A toddler reading a book by an African-American author purchased from Sankofa Essential Books.

A young girl reading a paperback book by an African American Author from Sankofa Essential Books.

A group photo showing readers from the book club reading Seven Days in June by Tia Williams.

Founder Tiffany Williams pictured with the book, The Coldest Winter Ever by Sister Souljah.

A special deals book bundle showing book club discounts from Sankofa Essential Books.

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Sankofa Essential Books, LLC is an online bookstore located in Riviera Beach, Florida. We specialize in the most notable books in African American history, culture, and literature for all ages and interests. We aim to promote literacy at home; uplift our community in unity; and increase cultural awareness for all.

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