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Here in his own words are the revolutionary ideas that made Malcolm X one of the most charismatic and influential African-American leaders of the 1960s. These speeches document Malcolm's progression from Black nationalism to internationalism, and are key to both understanding his extraordinary life and illuminating his angry yet uplifting cause.

Why does race seem to color almost every feature of our moral and political universe? Why does a perpetual cycle of slavery - in all its political, intellectual, and cultural forms - continue to define the Black experience? And why is anti-Black violence such a predominant feature not only in the United States but around the world? These are just some of the compelling questions that animate Afropessimism, Frank B. Wilderson III’s seminal work on the philosophy of Blackness.

From the New York Times best-selling creator of the Vanderbeekers series comes a triumphant tale of friendship, healing, and the power of believing in ourselves told from the perspective of biracial sixth-graders June and Tyrell, two children living in a homeless shelter. As their friendship grows over a shared love of classical music, June and Tyrell confront a new housing policy that puts homeless families in danger.

Richmond, Virginia 1811. It’s the height of the winter social season, the General Assembly is in session, and many of Virginia’s gentleman planters, along with their wives and children, have made the journey to the capital. On the night after Christmas, the city's only theater is packed with holiday revelers. In the middle of a performance, the theater goes up in flames. Based on the true story of Richmond’s theater fire, The House Is on Fire offers proof that sometimes, in the midst of great tragedy, we are offered our most precious—and fleeting—chances at redemption.

The Mystic Christ is an ancient tale of mystic union, salvation, and enlightenment. It is the careful uncovering of a lost treasure of immeasurable value, long buried in the suffocating darkness of conventional orthodoxy on one side, and blind fundamentalist extremism on the other.

Have shame, guilt, or codependency seemingly become insurmountable hurdles in your life? Do you struggle with forgiveness, setting boundaries, and putting yourself first? Are negative self-talk and people-pleasing tendencies preventing you from feeling fulfilled? Sylvester McNutt III, life coach and host of the Free Your Energy podcast, shares the stories of his own traumas and challenges to reveal the lessons he’s learned to overcome obstacles and truly thrive.

Step right up and come aboard the Mary Celeste, the most famous ghost ship in history, during our famous voyage across the Atlantic. When the captain appears to be losing his mind, First Mate Richardson must risk insubordination to safely deliver the ship to the distant port of Genoa. However, his problems don’t end there because he must also overcome storms, disease, a dangerous cargo and a mutinous crew who’re disappearing one by one.

For guys like Russell Boudreaux, football is the only way out of their small town. As the team's varsity tight end, Rus has a singular goal: to get a scholarship and play on the national stage. But when his best friend is unfairly arrested and kicked off the team, Rus faces an impossible choice: speak up or live in fear. Desperate for change, Rus kneels during the national anthem. In one instant, he falls from local stardom and becomes a target for hatred. But he's not alone. With the help of his best friend and an unlikely ally, Rus will fight for his dreams, and for justice.

Scribners tells the inside story of five generations—over 150 years—at the legendary publishing house of Charles Scribner's Sons, beginning with its founding in downtown New York through its golden era on Fifth Avenue above the famous landmark bookstore, and down to the present day.

Words are powerful at any age: from the moment we start to talk, we’re told to "use our words." But using your words isn't just about asking for something; it's about communicating one's needs—emotionally, spiritually, and practically—and connecting to the world around us. Harold Green III's Words Are My Superpower offers practical advice for younger listeners on how the words they choose have the power to change not just their own lives but others'.

A guide to deprogramming yourself from thoughts.

Church History, Volume Two chronicles the events, the triumphs, and the struggles of the Christian movement from the years leading up to the Reformation through the next five centuries to the present-day.

The ego is the cause of all our mental and emotional suffering, as well as all the strife and wars in the world. It is the ego that blocks our natural inner happiness and bliss. By ego, we mean the fundamental thought of an “I.”

On their way to Las Vegas for a pair of bachelor and bachelorette parties, Colton and Lacey run into some car trouble. They find shelter at Motel Ace, located in Middle-of-Nowhere, Nevada. They’re welcomed by a quiet clerk and they meet a cast of interesting travelers. They expect a quiet, romantic night at a dingy motel as they wait for the mechanic. Then they hear the screaming in the other rooms. Then they see the clowns outside. In the blink of an eye, a peaceful night transforms into a battle for survival and a motel becomes a bloody battleground.

Along the train lines north of New York City, twelve-year-old neighbors Myla and Peter search for the link between Myla’s necklace and the disappearance of Peter’s brother, Randall. Thrown into a world of parkour, graffiti, and diamond-smuggling, Myla and Peter encounter a band of thugs who are after the same thing as Randall. Can Myla and Peter find Randall before it’s too late, and their shared family secrets threaten to destroy them all? Drawing on urban art and local history, Finding Mighty is a mystery that explores the nature of art and the bonds of family.

Have you ever heard the saying "money can't buy happiness"? Well, it's bullshit. Why do we spend 40+ hours per week working if the goal of monetary gain doesn't make you happy? Let's be honest and call it what it is: Money is simply a tool to provide you with opportunity. These favorable circumstances open doors and provide you the ability to focus on your passions. You have the ability to attain a six- or seven-figure net worth, you just need a proven pathway to get there. Imagine how much more free your life would be.

After tragedy strikes their home, Frederick Chandler, a stern, irritable, and violent widower, pulls his teenage daughter, Sydney, out of school and locks her in his attic. He justifies his actions by claiming he’s protecting her from a cruel world while homeschooling her. But, when a new neighbor moves into the house next door and their teenage son, Seth, interferes with his plans, Frederick begins to tighten his grip on Sydney, and Sydney starts fighting back. Discipline and homeschooling quickly turn into abuse and lessons of violence.

After a prank lands him in serious trouble, Malcolm Hernandez, a 16-year-old boy, is shipped off to live with his grandparents while his mother attempts to save him from expulsion and criminal charges. Malcolm believes the stay will be easy - a vacation with milk and cookies and tales from the past. His hopes, however, are shattered when he bumps heads with his grandfather, Ronald O'Donnell - a stern, violent man with a sinister past. Ronald plans on disciplining his grandson in order to "save" him from himself. He is not afraid of abusing him, either.

To the public eye, Vincent Campbell is seen as a controversial figure known for his bizarre behavior, offensive outbursts, and contrarian stances—on top of a number of legal issues. Unbeknownst to most of the world, however, he holds secrets far worse than derogatory remarks in his personal life. And when it catches up to him, he tells all to a forensic psychiatrist, Lorraine Lynch, who has been assigned to find out why he has done what he has done.

In this thought-provoking collection of essays, poems, and short reflections, Frederick Joseph contemplates these questions and more as he explores issues of masculinity and patriarchy from both a personal and cultural standpoint. From fatherhood, and “manning up” to abuse and therapy, he fearlessly and thoughtfully tackles the complex realities of men’s lives today and their significance for society, lending his insights as a Black man.