Sadeqa Johnson

Author of historical fiction

Baltimore, MD

About Sadeqa

Sadeqa Johnson is an American author of historical fiction. She has written several novels, including 'The Book of American Martyrs' and 'Goodbye, Charleston!'. Johnson's work often explores themes of identity, history, and social justice. She has received numerous awards and nominations for her writing, including the 2020 National Book Award longlist.

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Author was struck by story of mixed-race orphans behind 'Keeper of Lost Children'

NPR's Book of the Day•Mar 2, 2026•8:13•guest

'The House of Eve' explores Black motherhood and associated stigma in the 1950s

NPR's Book of the Day•Feb 15, 2023•9:14•guest