Black Nerd Problems: Essays
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| Author | Black Nerd Problems Omar Holmon William Evans |
|---|---|
| Language | English |
| Subject | Pop culture Nerd culture |
| Published | 2021 |
| Publisher | Gallery Books |
| Publication place | United States of America |
| Media type | Hardcover, paperback |
| Pages | 304 |
| ISBN | 9781982150235 |
Black Nerd Problems (2021) is a collection of essays written by Black Nerd Problems, primarily Omar Holmon and William Evans. It was named a 2021 Goodreads Choice Award Nominee.[1] The book has 48 entries, being a blend of new and archived takes from the BNP website, covering everything from the Marvel Cinematic Universe to “The Sobering Reality of Actual Black Nerd Problems."[2]
Development
[edit]The idea of a book based on the website was first suggested by the publisher, which had already been working with Evans on a poetry collection.[3]
Reception
[edit]The book was reviewed positively,[4] and described as both humorous and introspective.[5] It was nominated for a 2021 Goodreads Choice Award in Readers' Favorite Humor.[1]
References
[edit]- 1 2 "Best Humor Books of 2021". Goodreads. Retrieved 7 August 2025.
- ↑ Kai, Maiysha (2 December 2021). "'We Black as Hell!': The Root Presents: It's Lit! Digs Into Black Nerd Problems". The Root. Retrieved 7 August 2025.
- ↑ Ohanesian, Liz (2021-09-25). "'Black Nerd Problems' authors reveal secret origins that turned a website into book". Orange County Register. Retrieved 2025-09-21.
- ↑ Reed, Robert (2021-09-28). "'Black Nerd Problems: Essays' is a beautiful look at what it is to be a Black nerd". AIPT. Retrieved 2025-09-21.
- ↑ Henry, Alissa (2022-07-26). "Black Nerd Problems: Local Writer Dives Into Minority Culture on Paper". WTTE. Retrieved 2025-09-21.
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