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The Book of Negroes Historical Guide is an established entertainment app that is completely free. With a 4.3/5 rating from 37 reviews, it shows polarized user reception.

What is The Book of Negroes Historical Guide?

The Book of Negroes Historical Guide is an interactive companion app developed by BET Networks that explores the history of the trans-Atlantic slave trade. It contextualizes the narrative of the novel and mini-series through historical documentation, timelines, and multimedia assets.

Current Momentum

v1.1

This app has been updated by Apple to display the Apple Watch app icon. Bug fixes

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What Are The Key Features?

Historical TimelineStandard

Provides a seven-chapter chronological overview of Black history spanning from 1705 to the present day.

Multimedia Educational ContentStandard

Integrates images, videos, and interactive maps to illustrate the impact of the trans-Atlantic slave trade.

Documentary AnalysisStandard

Examines the historical grounding of the source material in the original Book of Negroes document.

How much does it cost?

Free

Who Built It?

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BET Networks

(50.2K)

Providing a dedicated digital home for Black culture and storytelling through premium streaming and interactive historical content.

Portfolio

3

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Free 2
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Who is BET Networks?

BET Networks leverages its deep library of Tyler Perry productions and classic Black entertainment to maintain a niche streaming stronghold against broader platforms. Their moat is built on exclusive content rights and a 'TV Everywhere' authentication model that bridges traditional cable subscriptions with mobile accessibility. The strategic tension lies in converting their legacy cable audience to the standalone BET+ subscription model while addressing technical friction in the app experience.

Who is BET Networks for?

  • Fans of Black culture
  • Television
  • Specifically those seeking content from Black creators
  • Tyler Perry productions
Steady

Portfolio momentum

Maintained a steady update cadence with 4 releases across its 2 active streaming platforms in the last 6 months.

Last release · 62d agoActive apps · 2Abandoned · 1

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Key Takeaways

This app serves as an educational supplement designed to bridge the gap between historical fact and the fictionalized narrative of the BET mini-series.

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Marlvel.ai is not affiliated with, endorsed by, or sponsored by The Book of Negroes Historical Guide, its developer, the app publisher, Apple, or Google Play. All trademarks, logos, and screenshots referenced remain the property of their respective owners.

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Marlvel.ai. “The Book of Negroes Historical Guide Intelligence Report.” Updated Apr 24, 2026. https://marlvel.ai/intel-report/entertainment/the-book-of-negroes-historical-guide

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