Books with author Brian Christian

Alice Walker's early story, "Everyday Use," has remained a cornerstone of her work. Her use of quilting as a metaphor for the creative legacy that African Americans inherited from their maternal ancestors changed the way we define art, women's culture, and African American lives. By putting African American women's voices at the center of the narrative for the first time, "Everyday Use" anticipated the focus of an entire generation of black women writers. This casebook includes an introduction by the editor, a chronology of Walker's life, an authoritative text of "Everyday Use" and of "In Search of Our Mothers' Gardens," an interview with Walker, six critical essays, and a bibliography. The contributors are Charlotte Pierce-Baker, Houston A. Baker, Jr., Thadious M. Davis, Margot Anne Kelley, John O'Brien, Elaine Showalter, and Mary Helen Washington.

During a school year, a student’s calendar is filled with term papers, homework, football games, play rehearsals, band concerts, and so much more. It’s easy to get caught up in all the activity and forget to take a deep breath. Make it Count: 180 Devotions for the School Year is a unique devotional that provides students with encouragement needed for each day, as they count down the 180 days until the end of their school year. Each devotion features a short inspirational thought or quotation, as well as a brief prayer that will help students focus on their daily faith walk.

This revised paperback edition is the definitive book for those budgerigar keepers and breeders who are serious about achieving the maximum of pleasure and success in this marvelous hobby. The text presents all the essential information required to initiate the hobby and ensure a trouble-free and enjoyable pastime for the new enthusiast. It is equally full of essential information for experienced breeders keen to develop their knowledge base and understanding of the finer points of these lovely birds. The text introduces all the intricacies of budgerigar keeping, breeding and showing, with easy-to-understand and reader-friendly information on the breeding techniques and genetic background for all existing varieties. It is completely up to date with highly significant information on expressions such as the Crested and the Texas clearbody.

Twelve year old Richard Thompson sees visions. Not just any visions, but disturbing, horrifying visions. When his parents divorce and he moves to a new house, he finds the secrets embedded in his family. Through the help and guidance of family and friends, he discovers that the supernatural blurs lines with the mind. Written as an homage to RL Stine and MD Spencer, this book is short but sweet.

Charlotte, the adorable Shih Tzu goes to The Magical Garden to escape the terror of the latest thunderstorm. As she arrives, she meets her four best friends – a Labrador, a Doberman, a Chihuahua and a Bulldog.While they are there, The Magical Garden is threatened by darkness, ruin and terror. Join Charlotte, her family and friends on this perilous journey as they overcome the obstacles and dangers to find a solution.Truly, this is a magical tale of the magic of doggies.

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