See Yourself in the Story of Science with
DIVERSE STEM BOOKS
- Because Representation Matters
- Because Narrative Inspires
- Because STEM is the Future
By the Numbers
67 M
“In the US, there are 67,000,000 adults, or 27% of the population, with disabilities, but only 3% of the STEM workforce.”
Source: Johns Hopkins
20%
“Moms who communicate on STEM leads to girls being +20 points more interested in pursuing their studies.”
Source: ID Tech
117%
“DonorsChoose has seen a 117% increase in classroom projects requesting resources for students to ‘see themselves.’”
Source: Donors Choose
500,000
“Computing jobs are the #1 source of new wages in the US” with 500,000 current openings.”
Source: Code.org
For more data on the state of representation in books, see the infographics on our STATS page.
“Don’t be satisfied with stories, how things have gone for others. Unfold your own myth.”
Rumi, 13th-century Persian poet
Welcome to Diverse STEM Books
Fiction & nonfiction for STEM enthusiasts of all ages & backgrounds
DSB is here to help you find STEM-themed books that also feature authors, characters, and themes that represent the diversity in our world. It’s so important that EVERYONE can see themselves in the story of science.
To that end, we create our own content, as well as share information from other groups with similar missions. We curate resources that we hope will be useful to you, whether you’re a full-fledged STEM professional; an aspiring science student at any stage; or a parent, librarian, or educator looking for diverse books. Or of course just an avid reader who enjoys the occasional science book.
You are in the right place to find books, resources, and facts & figures on diverse books about the sciences. And to join the conversation on the DSB Blog, where we share our perspectives and the latest news & views on DEI, STEM, reading, and education.
“Women who try AP Computer Science in high school are ten times more likely to major in it, and Black and Latino students are seven times more likely.”
Source: Code.org
Site Navigation
- ABOUT: Learn about DSB’s values, scope, and story. Meet the team and answer your FAQs.
- STATS: Check out the shareable infographics. Visualize the data on representation in books and in STEM.
- BOOKS: Find your next great read here! Browse book titles in the reading lists, which are divided into
- Fiction for Adult Readers
- Nonfiction for Adult Readers
- Fiction for Young Readers
- Nonfiction for Young Readers
- BLOG: Let’s talk books & DEI & STEM. Join the conversation by sharing your feedback in the comments.
- RESOURCES: Helpful information, including educational resources, can be found in blog category called “Resources.”
- CONTACT: We would love to hear your ideas for future content, your feedback and perspectives, your favorite books, and any questions or comments you may have. Also please comment and share on social!
What’s at Stake:
STEM is the Future
Everyone should be able to participate fully.
“STEMM has such a big impact on our shared prosperity and security, now more than ever, we need to take action, not only for the benefit of women and underrepresented minorities, but for the benefit of the nation and the world.”
--Dr. Mae Jemison, NASA
Testimony at 116th Congress for committee “Achieving the Promise of a Diverse STEMM Workforce.”
A former NASA astronaut, physician, engineer, educator, dancer, and entrepreneur, Dr. Jemison (b. 1956) is currently Principal for the 100 Year Starship initiative, working to ensure the capabilities for human interstellar flight in the coming century. She is also chair of the National Academy of Sciences, Engineering, and Medicine’s Committee on the Underrepresentation of Women in Science, Technology, Engineering, Mathematics, and Medicine. Jemison founded The Earth We Share International Science Camp and is Bayer’s Science Literacy Ambassador. Jemison was the first female African American to go to space.
For more on Dr. Jemison, see our profile on her under the “Sc-Icons” blog category.
Latest Blogs
Introducing Book Pairings: The Benefits of Reading Fiction and Nonfiction Together
Famously, wine and cheese can be paired so that each enhances the enjoyment of the other. The acidity in wine balances the fats in cheese, and the very different textures complement each other. The taster ends up appreciating the qualities of both all the more. So too can books be read in pairs to enhance… Read More
Our First Book Appreciation: Mosquitoes Don’t Bite Me
by Dr. Pendred Noyce, a YA Novel At Diverse STEM Books, the target qualities for the ideal book are in our name. We look for books that are notable in all three of these areas: (1) Diverse: meaningful representation and diversity in characters, authors, and major themes (2) STEM: substantial, in-depth content in science, math,… Read More
Read in Color with Little Free Library
“You’ve joined a network of thousands of like-minded readers who believe diverse books matter. Together we can increase understanding, empathy, and inclusion in communities around the world.” While this message would be at home on any of the pages of the DiverseSTEMBooks.com website, it’s actually part of the Little Free Library (LFL) movement. It’s the… Read More
Save the Date: A Preview of the Latinx Kidlit Book Festival
Good storytelling is an art. Some people just know how to captivate attention and weave an unforgettable tale. Some brands and companies are likewise good storytellers. Among those are groups like Disney, DC Comics, Highlights Magazine, Scholastic, Penguin Young Readers, and the Library of Congress. And indeed all of these groups have sponsored the Latinx… Read More
Some of Our Faves! What are your favorite diverse STEM books?
Contact Us
Have a favorite book to share? An idea for what you’d like to see on DSB in the future? A comment or question? We’d love to hear from you!
Please use the contact form on the right to get in touch with us. Please remember you can leave comments on blog posts and follow us and comment on social too!
Want to Literally
See Yourself on the Page
at DiverseSTEMBooks.com?
Readers, we invite you to send a pic of you with your favorite diverse STEM book. We’ll feature some on our upcoming “Readers Represent” section.
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Optional–send us a short note telling why you like that book.
