Standalone Novels
| Title | Published | Buy on Amazon |
|---|---|---|
| The Black Queen | 2023 | Buy |
| Wander in the Dark | 2024 | Buy |
| I Don’t Wish You Well | 2026 | Buy |
Jumata Emill writes young adult contemporary fiction centered on Black teenagers facing complex situations involving race, identity, and justice. Her debut The Black Queen (2023) follows a teen who starts a chess club at her school and confronts systemic issues in her community. Wander in the Dark (2024) continues her exploration of how young people navigate difficult realities.
With three novels published or forthcoming through 2026, Emill is building a body of work in the YA space that addresses serious themes through compelling teen voices.