Fandom for Us, by Us
The Pleasures and Practices of Black Audiences
Book • 2025
Alfred L. Martin Jr.'s "Fandom for Us, by Us" delves into the experiences and practices of Black audiences, challenging traditional fandom studies.
The book explores how Black fans engage with media, highlighting the unique ways they find joy and meaning.
Martin uses in-depth interviews to reveal the complexities of Black fandom, moving beyond simplistic notions of representation.
The study examines how class, clout, canon, and comfort shape Black fan experiences, offering a nuanced perspective on media reception.
The book ultimately argues for the importance of centering Black voices and experiences within fandom studies.
The book explores how Black fans engage with media, highlighting the unique ways they find joy and meaning.
Martin uses in-depth interviews to reveal the complexities of Black fandom, moving beyond simplistic notions of representation.
The study examines how class, clout, canon, and comfort shape Black fan experiences, offering a nuanced perspective on media reception.
The book ultimately argues for the importance of centering Black voices and experiences within fandom studies.
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Alfred L. Martin, Jr., "Fandom for Us, by Us: The Pleasures and Practices of Black Audiences" (NYU Press, 2025)
