Coates was born in Baltimore, Maryland. His father, William Paul Coates (known by his middle name), [13] was a Vietnam War veteran, former Black Panther, publisher, and librarian. His …

Ta-Nehisi Coates is the author of the #1 New York Times bestseller Between the World and Me, winner of the 2015 National Book Award for Nonfiction. How the stories we tell-and the ones …

Dec 10, 2025 · Ta-Nehisi Coates (born September 30, 1975, Baltimore, Maryland, U.S.) gained a large following for his essays and journalism exploring contemporary race relations in the …

Known for his insightful writings on cultural, social, and political issues, Ta-Nehisi Coates continues to challenge and engage readers.

Coates studied journalism at Howard University for five years, then went on to work as a reporter. His writing gained national attention in 2008 with the publication of his first piece for The …

Sep 29, 2024 · In “The Message,” Coates grapples with questions about which stories are told, and how, through his visits to Senegal, South Carolina and the West Bank.

Ta-Nehisi Coates is a former national correspondent for The Atlantic. He is the author of The Beautiful Struggle, We Were Eight Years in Power, The Water Dancer, and Between the …

Oct 1, 2024 · Ta-Nehisi Coates Explores Oppression in 'The Message' In his new book, Coates reflects on his time in Senegal, as well as trips he took to South Carolina and to Israel and the …

Oct 23, 2024 · Ta-Nehisi Coates, a celebrated writer and public intellectual known for his works on race in America, has recently stirred controversy with his new book, The Message.

Ta-Nehisi Coates is an award-winning author and journalist. His books include The Water Dancer and The Message. He is currently a contributing editor at Vanity Fair and the Sterling Brown …