Keith Henry Brown is a Brooklyn-based author, illustrator and visual artist whose work spans comics, fine art and children's books. Known for his bold mixed-media style, he was creative director for Jazz at Lincoln Center and has created many album covers. He is the illustrator of the kids' books “Birth of the Cool,” "Because of you, John Lewis," "My Dad is a DJ," and "Pushing Hope," a graphic novel about the Central Park Five. His new book, "Postcards from Malcolm X," written by Mia Wenjen, will be published in October 2026.

Keith Henry Brown is a Brooklyn-based artist, author and illustrator. Known for his jazz-inspired work, he’s designed for Jazz at Lincoln Center and illustrated acclaimed children’s books such as “Birth of the Cool.” His latest project is “Postcards from Malcolm X,” which is scheduled for release in October 2026.

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