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La colección Trayectórias Musicales presenta un ensayo sobre su vida y obra junto con dos entrevistas (2019 y 2020) inéditas en español y una amplia discografía.

Ashlynn finds herself at a crossroads, debating whether to follow her own dreams or to appease her father by staying with the family business. Additionally, her relationship with her fiancé is becoming more distant, leaving Ashlynn questioning their engagement. However, when some unexpected news arises, Ashlynn embarks on a journey across the country, further complicating her situation.Ever since his brother's passing, Nicholas has been in a downward spiral. He's been disillusioned and hurt throughout his life, causing him to lose faith in others, especially women. When an individual from his past resurfaces, he becomes resolved to travel across the country to fill the void in his heart by seeking revenge.Join both individuals over the course of the next 40 hours as secrets and dark pasts are revealed, leading the two to form an unforeseen bond. With hidden agendas and more betrayal lurking, the pair find themselves trapped in the middle of dangerous drama and unexpected love.

A coleção Trajetórias Musicais apresenta um ensaio sobre a vida e obra de Elza Soares, junto con uma entrevista exclusiva (2021) e sua discografía.

Este volume dos Cadernos de Mùsica traz um ensaio sobre a vida e a obra de Gilberto Gil, ao lado de duas entrevistas exclusivas com o artista realizadas em 2019 e 2020, e a sua discografia.

This volume of Musical Trajectories includes an essay about Elza Soares's life and work, along with an original interview with the artist conducted in 2019 and her discography.

This volume of Musical Trajectories includes an essay about Gilberto Gil's life and work, two original interviews with the artist (2019 and 2020), and an extended discography.

Reading what Thomas Jefferson said in the Declaration of Independence--"All Men Are Created Equal"--and the Constitution of the United States, framed and adopted in 1787 and put into effect in March 1789, I want to know if those fundamental laws and principles that are supposed to govern the operation of our states are annulled for people of color.I wrote this book because I needed to say this again and out loud. I want to know if anyone is listening. Are we going to continue to ignore these laws and principles written to govern the United States by our forefathers? If so, please reconsider.We are the people of these United States. We are citizens made equally by our God.

Chrysta's perfect life is on the verge of unraveling, and Terrence might just be her unexpected lifeline. When a chance encounter leads to a fake relationship, sparks fly, secrets emerge, and love blossoms in the most unexpected way. Chrysta has always been the shining star of her family, the one everyone looked up to and relied on. Her life is picture-perfect, filled with accomplishments and achievements, and she's never let her guard down. But beneath the façade of perfection, she's secretly afraid of losing her parents' favor, especially now that her younger sister Aliyah is getting married to Mr. Right. As the pressure mounts, Chrysta finds herself scrambling to maintain her image.Chrysta's life takes an unexpected turn when she finds herself trying on her bridesmaid dress in the neighboring town of Peachwood. Frustrated and mumbling to herself about her situation, she catches the attention of Terrence, a drop-dead handsome tailor who overhears her predicament. With a warm smile, he volunteers to be her fake boyfriend for the upcoming wedding.Initially hesitant, Chrysta soon realizes that Terrence's offer might be her best chance to keep up appearances in front of her family. Little does she know that Terrence's motives run deeper than a simple act of kindness-he's secretly attracted to her. As they begin to spend more time together, their connection deepens, and Terrence finds himself falling for Chrysta in ways he never expected.Don't miss out on this sweet, African-American romance that will warm your heart and leave you believing in the magic of unexpected love stories. Grab your copy of "Secret Sweethearts" today and let the charm of this small-town romance sweep you off your feet.

When a Christmas-loving woman meets an anti-Christmas grumpy doctor, miracles happenWhen Elena "Sunshine" Fairchild returns to Orange Valley for her mother's wedding, she's determined to keep busy. Anything so as not to obsess over the fact that her mother had fallen in love twice, whereas she couldn't even find a man she wanted to date. Butting heads with the grumpy doctor was further proof she wasn't destined to fall in love.Dr. Matt Beckett just wanted to do his job. He didn't want any of the holiday spirit going around. Especially not the cheerfulness of the florist who kept showing up at his hospital.When Matt and Sunshine must work together on a project, their beliefs clash. But rather than retreating to their corners, both wonder if there's a Christmas miracle in store for them.TropesAfraid to CommitHome For The HolidaysRedemptionGrumpy-sunshineSmall Town VibesOpposites AttractHe Falls FirstFound FamilyForbidden RomanceThe Doctor's Christmas Miracle is a contemporary Christian romance novella. Enjoy this Christmas novella all year long.This is a reprint. The Doctor's Christmas Miracle was first published in November 2023 in the anthology, A Merry Heart.

You must be connected to earth to read this book, because its effect is that of a live wire. Reader, get yourself grounded and then open these pages! You will be changed by reading, by being within the world of these words of manifestation and realization. It is the new foundation. -Dr. Raina J. LeónThese verses by Tureeda Mikell sing the centuries of abuse and exploitation of Black bodies with utmost storytelling prowess, lustrous clarity, and galactic tone. -Youssef AlaouiBoth powerful and philosophical, The Body: Oracle of Memory must be read by all lovers of poetry and the power of the written word. -Robert AlexanderTureeda Mikell's collection delineates paths to healing that open when we listen to our bodies and listen through our bodies. The Body: Oracle of Memory shows us where we've come from and points out where we should be headed. -Yeva JohnsonThis bold and urgent collection reaffirms Mikell's commitment to social justice while using the language of poetry as a "heavy dose of light medicine." -Maw Shein WinTureeda Mikell's The Body: Oracle of Memory is sacred storytelling, equal parts parable, and dream. -MK ChavezTo read The Body: Oracle of Memory by Tureeda Mikell, is to enter the space between molecules and energy fields. -Susana Praver-Pérez

""Your Negro Neighbor"" is a non-fiction book written by Benjamin Brawley that explores the experiences of African Americans in the United States. Through a series of essays and personal anecdotes, Brawley examines the social, economic, and political challenges faced by black Americans during the early 20th century, including issues of segregation, discrimination, and inequality. The book also examines the role of education and community activism in empowering African Americans to overcome these challenges and achieve greater social and economic mobility. Overall, ""Your Negro Neighbor"" provides a thought-provoking and insightful look at the history and experiences of African Americans in the United States, and offers valuable insights into the ongoing struggle for racial justice and equality in America today.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

""Parties and Slavery, 1850-1859"" is a historical book written by Theodore Clarke Smith. The book discusses the political climate of the United States during the 1850s, specifically focusing on the issue of slavery and how it affected the major political parties of the time. The book explores the various debates, compromises, and political maneuvers that took place during this period, as well as the role of key political figures such as Abraham Lincoln, Stephen Douglas, and John C. Calhoun. Smith also delves into the social and economic factors that contributed to the tensions surrounding slavery, including the rise of sectionalism and the influence of the cotton industry. Through a detailed analysis of primary sources and historical accounts, Smith provides a comprehensive understanding of the complex political landscape of the United States in the years leading up to the Civil War. This book is an essential read for anyone interested in American history, politics, and the ongoing struggle for civil rights and equality.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

Growing up in difficult circumstances in the hood, Mikayla meets Jeremiah, who has also led a troubled life, and the pair discover that love can blossom anywhere.

Half A Man: The Status Of The Negro In New York is a non-fiction book written by Mary White Ovington, an American suffragist, abolitionist, and co-founder of the National Association for the Advancement of Colored People (NAACP). The book was first published in 1911 and focuses on the social, economic, and political conditions of African Americans living in New York City during the early 20th century.Through a series of essays and interviews with African American residents of New York, Ovington sheds light on the discrimination, segregation, and prejudice faced by black individuals in the city. She explores the impact of Jim Crow laws, racial violence, and economic inequalities on the lives of African Americans, as well as the efforts of black leaders and activists to fight for their rights and improve their conditions.Half A Man provides a comprehensive and nuanced analysis of the experiences of African Americans in New York, highlighting both the challenges they faced and the resilience and strength of their communities. Ovington's work remains an important contribution to the study of race and racism in America, and a powerful reminder of the ongoing struggle for social justice and equality.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

Hiding by day, running by night, living off prayers and will, thousands of slaves had to risk all they had in order to achieve what others are given at birth¿freedom. The Underground Railroad is an intimate view of the experiences, heartaches, and triumphs of those who used the system. Told by the father of the system himself, The Underground Railroad is a collection of records kept by author William Still. Using narratives, letters, facts and first-hand accounts all witnessed by Still, The Underground Railroad tells the stories of hundreds of those who escaped slavery, offering readers a close and historically accurate look into the lives of slaves fighting for refuge.

Shimmer, sparkle, twirl . . . I am a brave girl! Imani and her friends want to dress as superheroes for their school's Fall Festival. But she can't find a superhero that looks like her. Will she be able to find a costume in time? Read Woke(TM) Books are created in partnership with Cicely Lewis, the Read Woke librarian, to reflect the diversity of our world.

Shimmer, sparkle, twirl . . . I am a confident girl! It's almost time for the big music recital! Imani wants to play the piano beautifully, but she keeps hitting the wrong notes. How will she be ready for her performance? Read Woke(TM) Books are created in partnership with Cicely Lewis, the Read Woke librarian, to reflect the diversity of our world

Shimmer, sparkle, twirl . . . I am a creative girl! It's Science Fair time! Imani wants to win, but needs to find an idea that can beat the crowd-favorite volcano. Can Imani think outside of the box to take home the blue ribbon? Read Woke(TM) Books are created in partnership with Cicely Lewis, the Read Woke librarian, to reflect the diversity of our world.

""The Future of the Colored Race in America"" is a non-fiction book written by William Aikman. In this book, the author explores the future of the African American community in America. He discusses the challenges that the black community has faced and continues to face, such as discrimination, inequality, and poverty. The author also examines the progress that has been made in the fight for civil rights and equality, including the achievements of prominent figures like Martin Luther King Jr. and Malcolm X. Aikman offers his own perspective on what needs to be done to ensure a better future for the colored race in America. He argues that education is the key to success and that the government should invest more in education programs for African American children. He also advocates for economic empowerment and the need for black-owned businesses to thrive. Overall, ""The Future of the Colored Race in America"" is a thought-provoking and insightful book that addresses important issues related to race and inequality in America. It offers a unique perspective on the challenges faced by the African American community and provides valuable insights on how to overcome these challenges and create a better future for all.No man understood this so well or so soon as the great Nullifier. He was a thinker and a philosopher, and so with great logical consistency he became the early author of the doctrine of slavery as now almost universally held at the South. He startled and shocked the men of his time by his bold positions in respect to that institution, and was far in advance of his time in his assertions of its inherent rightfulness, and the determination not only to terminate, but to extend, strengthen and perpetuate it. He was a nullifier because a slave-holder in principle.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

Now in middle school, Isaiah Dunn participates in a mentoring program, but he has a hunch that his mentee--a troublemaking third-grader name Kobe--has a secret and Isaiah is determined to get to the bottom of it.

""The Negro and the Atlanta Exposition"" is a historical book written by Alice Mabel Bacon. The book explores the significance of the Atlanta Exposition, which was held in 1895, and its impact on African Americans. It discusses the political and social climate of the time and how the exposition was used as a platform to showcase the progress made by African Americans since the end of slavery. The book also addresses the controversy surrounding the participation of African Americans in the exposition and the debates about their place in American society. Through the use of primary sources and personal accounts, Bacon provides a detailed analysis of the events leading up to the exposition and its aftermath. Overall, ""The Negro and the Atlanta Exposition"" is a thought-provoking examination of race relations in America during the late 19th century.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

She wanted to be a hip-hop star but the streets got in the way. Have you ever laid down with a man and wasn't sure if you'd ever get back up? Tossed the sheets with a bone-knocking fear that only a hard-core hustler could produce? Sexed him like your life depended on it, because in reality it did? You still with me? Then let's roll over to my house. Harlem. 145th Street. Grab a seat and brace yourself as I show you the kind of pain that street life and so-called success can bring. . . . Nineteen-year-old Candy Raye Montana, an ex-drug runner for the Gabriano crime family and a former foster child, dreams of becoming a hip-hop superstar, if only someone will discover her talents. Someone does. Mega music producer and king thug of Harlem, Junius "Hurricane" Jackson, CEO of the House of Homicide recording studio, cuts a deal and puts Candy on the stage. Suddenly she is a hot new artist on the notorious Homicide Hitz record label. Her career takes off and she blazes the charts, but it's not long before Candy realizes that the man she thought was her knight is nothing more than a cold-blooded nightmare. Caught between the music and the madness, between the dollars and the deals, Candy belongs to Hurricane-body and soul-and must endure his sadistic bedroom desires while keeping his sexual secrets hidden from the world. But Candy has some strong desires of her own that simply cannot be denied, especially when she finds herself turned on by a brilliant investment baller who just happens to be Hurricane's right-hand man. Candy longs for her freedom, but if Hurricane gets wind of her betrayal the blowback will be lethal-and not only will she risk losing her recording contract, she just might lose her life.

"Black Power, Jewish Politics expands with this revised edition that includes the controversial new preface, an additional chapter connecting the book's themes to the national reckoning on race, and a foreword by Jews of Color Initiative founder Ilana Kaufman that all reflect on Blacks, Jews, race, white supremacy, and the civil rights movement"--

A wide-ranging collection, including two novellas and ten stories exploring complex identities, from the acclaimed author of Corregidora, The Healing, and Palmares“Gayl Jones’s work represents a watershed in American literature. From a literary standpoint, her form is impeccable . . . and as a Black woman writer, her truth-telling, filled with beauty, tragedy, humor, and incisiveness, is unmatched.”—Imani Perry, author of, Looking for Lorraine and BreatheGayl Jones, who was first edited by Toni Morrison, has been described as one of the great literary writers of the 20th century and was recently a finalist for the Pulitzer Prize in fiction. This new collection of short fiction is only the second in her rich career, and one that displays her strengths in the genre in many facets. Opening with two novella-length works, “Butter” and “Sophia,” this collection features Jones’s legendary talents in a range of settings and styles, from the hyper-realist to the mystical, in intricate multi-part stories, in more traditional forms, and even in short fragments.Her narrators are women and men, Black, Brown, Indigenous; her settings are historical and contemporary, in South America, Mexico and the US; her themes center on complex identities, unorthodox longings and aspirations. She writes about spies, photographers, playground designers, cartoonists, and baristas, about workers and revolutionaries, about environmentalism, feminism, poetry, film and love, but above all about our multicultural, multiethnic and multiracial society.

Internationally bestselling superstar author Angie Thomas makes her middle grade debut with the launch of an inventive, hilarious, and suspenseful new contemporary fantasy trilogy inspired by African American history and folklore.It's not easy being a Remarkable in the Unremarkable world. Some things are cool?like getting a pet hellhound for your twelfth birthday. Others, not so much?like not being trusted to learn magic because you might use it to take revenge on an annoying neighbor.All Nic Blake wants is to be a powerful Manifestor like her dad. But before she has a chance to convince him to teach her the gift, a series of shocking revelations and terrifying events launch Nic and two friends on a hunt for a powerful magic tool she's never heard of...to save her father from imprisonment for a crime she refuses to believe he committed.