There are as many perspectives in this world as there are people. Take the time to walk a mile in someone else's shoes. The key to selecting an #OwnVoices book is that it's written by an author from a marginalized or underrepresented group writing about their own experiences/from their own perspective, rather than someone from an outside perspective writing as a character from an underrepresented group. There are many, many more options, but you can start here.
If you're looking to diversify your reading, here are some more resources for all reading levels.
Book Riot: Massive book blog, with tons of interesting book lists, podcasts, and other resources. Content warning for some adult language and mature subjects, but there are reading lists available for all ages.
Brightly: A Penguin Random House website that provides parents, educators, and caregivers with diverse and inclusive reading lists and resources for young readers of all ages.
Diverse Book Finder: A go-to resource for teachers, librarians, and parents who want to help create a diverse picture book collection for young readers.
We Need Diverse Books: A non-profit organization created by kidlit and YA authors that advocates for systemic changes in the publishing industry. They also have a fantastic collection of book lists and resources.
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