I've read several of Angela Johnson's books.
Also other books I recommend:
Manchild in the Promised Land by Claude Brown: My mom gave it to me to read in the 7th grade. It is such a powerful book to read.
Teacup Full of Roses by Sharon Bell Mathis: Oldie but a goodie. I have a copy from the 70s.
Chill Wind by Janet McDonald: Got this book back in the winter; started it, never finished it but I did like it. I promise.
It is sitting on the bookshelf/file cabinet.