The phrase "while Black" was coined to signal the dangers that Black people sometimes face doing everyday things like driving, jogging and holding a cell phone. turns that idea on its head. Part memoir, part invitation for self-reflection, is about the intersection between Blackness and well-being. Author Charisse M. Williams examines thriving while Black as both an individual pursuit and a collective experience. Driven by her personal narratives and those of the friends she profiles, the book explores ten contributors to thriving including community, pride, self-care and resilience. In addition to offering inspiring stories, in , Williams shares her wisdom on: If you want to join the celebration of Black lives and learn more about thriving, is the book you need right now.