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  • Seven Sisters and a Brother: Friendship, Resistance, and Untold Truths Behind Black Student Activism in the 1960s

    Joyce Frisby Baynes, Harold S Buchanan, Jannette O. Domingo, Marilyn J. Holifield, Aundrea White Kelley, Marilyn Allman Maye, Myra E. Rose, Bridget Van Gronigen Warren

    eBook (Books & Books Press, Dec. 3, 2019)
    #1 New Release in 1960s History of the U.S. — A Story of Student Activists and Civil RightsMeet the inspirational students: This narrative tells the story of seven women and one man at the heart of a sit-in protesting decreased enrollment and hiring of African Americans at Swarthmore College and demanding a Black Studies curriculum. The book, written by the former students themselves, also includes autobiographical chapters, providing a unique cross-sectional view into the lives of young people during the Civil Rights era.Correcting media representation: For years the media and some in the school community portrayed the peaceful protest in a negative light—this collective narrative provides a very necessary and overdue retelling of the revolution that took place at Swarthmore College in 1969. The group of eight student protestors have only recently begun to receive credit for the school’s greater inclusiveness, as well as the influence their actions had on universities around the country.Stories that inspire change: This book chronicles the historical eight-day sit-in at Swarthmore College, and the authors also include untold stories about their family backgrounds and their experiences as student activists. They share how friendships, out-of-the-box alliances, and a commitment to moral integrity strengthened them to push through and remain resilient in the face of adversity.The incredible true story featured in Seven Sisters and a Brother will teach you:No matter how old or established, institutions can change and will continue to changeHow to identify fears and work to overcome themThat truth will prevail when we unite with others and refuse to accept surrenderIf you’ve read titles such as Warriors Don’t Cry, Between the World and Me, and Pulse of Perseverance, then you’ll love Seven Sisters and a Brother.
  • Baseballs New Wave

    Jace Frederick

    Paperback (Press Box Books, Jan. 1, 2019)
    From Mike Trout in Anaheim to Aaron Judge in New York, the hottest young baseball players are already making a name for themselves in ballparks around the country. With their amazing skill and unique playing styles, these stars are bringing new life to the sport and some of its most famous teams, and they re only just getting started. Baseball s New Wave gives readers a front-row seat to this transition from one generation to the next, with pages full of information about these players, where they came from, and what makes them stand out. Engaging text, fact boxes, and action photographs bring readers close to the action and will prepare you to cheer on the biggest sports stars for years to come.
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  • Boston Celtics All-Time Greats

    Brendan Flynn

    Paperback (Press Box Books, Jan. 1, 2020)
    No team has won more NBA titles than the Boston Celtics. And few teams have a history filled with so many outstanding players. From the pioneers of the 1950s to the global superstars of today, get to know the players who made the Celtics one of the NBAs top teams through the years.
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  • Seven Sisters and a Brother: Friendship, Resistance, and Untold Truths Behind Black Student Activism in the 1960s

    Marilyn Allman Maye, Harold S Buchanan, Jannette O. Domingo, Joyce Frisby Baynes, Marilyn Holifield, Myra E. Rose, Bridget Van Gronigen Warren, Aundrea White Kelley

    Hardcover (Books & Books Press, Dec. 3, 2019)
    #1 New Release in 1960s History of the U.S. — A Story of Student Activists and Civil Rights Meet the inspirational students: This narrative tells the story of seven women and one man at the heart of a sit-in protesting decreased enrollment and hiring of African Americans at Swarthmore College and demanding a Black Studies curriculum. The book, written by the former students themselves, also includes autobiographical chapters, providing a unique cross-sectional view into the lives of young people during the Civil Rights era. Correcting media representation: For years the media and some in the school community portrayed the peaceful protest in a negative light—this collective narrative provides a very necessary and overdue retelling of the revolution that took place at Swarthmore College in 1969. The group of eight student protestors have only recently begun to receive credit for the school’s greater inclusiveness, as well as the influence their actions had on universities around the country. Stories that inspire change: This book chronicles the historical eight-day sit-in at Swarthmore College, and the authors also include untold stories about their family backgrounds and their experiences as student activists. They share how friendships, out-of-the-box alliances, and a commitment to moral integrity strengthened them to push through and remain resilient in the face of adversity. The incredible true story featured in Seven Sisters and a Brother will teach you: No matter how old or established, institutions can change and will continue to change How to identify fears and work to overcome them That truth will prevail when we unite with others and refuse to accept surrender If you’ve read titles such as Warriors Don’t Cry, Between the World and Me, and Pulse of Perseverance, then you’ll love Seven Sisters and a Brother.
  • Shadows of Divinity: A Paranormal Sci-fi Adventure

    Luke R Mitchell

    Hardcover (Whale Press Books, July 23, 2018)
    When terrifying aliens invade a young soldier's planet, he's plunged into a savage fight for survival... and revenge. Haldin Raish is determined to follow in his father's legendary military footsteps. But when he witnesses the brutal murder of his parents by the Legion's own High General, his life shatters before his eyes. Rescued by a stranger with incredible powers, Haldin discovers the general was possessed by a ruthless alien... and his parents' murderer isn't the only demon in the ranks.With the savage creatures in positions of power throughout the planet, Haldin must rely on his new friend and his own fledgling abilities to avenge his family. When anyone can be a murderous alien in disguise, he can't help but keep his allies few, including a captivating raven-haired girl with secrets hidden behind her beauty. To have his revenge and save the planet, Haldin must develop his own powers in time or end up another gory feast for the bloodthirsty invaders.Shadows of Divinity is the first book in a series of action-packed YA sci-fi novels. If you like fantastical battles, terrifying alien beasts, and gutsy heroes fighting impossible odds, then you'll love Luke Mitchell's edge-of-your-seat epic.Buy Shadows of Divinity to defend a demon-infested planet today!
  • Portland Trail Blazers All-Time Greats

    Brendan Flynn

    Hardcover (Press Box Books, Jan. 1, 2020)
    The Portland Trail Blazers won the NBA title the first time they made the playoffs. Since then, theyve been a consistent force in the Pacific Northwest. From the pioneers of the 1970s to the global superstars of today, get to know the players who made the Trail Blazers one of the NBAs top teams through the years.
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  • Los Angeles Lakers All-Time Greats

    Brendan Flynn

    Hardcover (Press Box Books, Jan. 1, 2020)
    They were dominant in their early days in Minneapolis, but after they moved to Southern California, the Los Angeles Lakers became legendary champions. From the pioneers of the 1950s to the global superstars of today, get to know the players who made the Lakers one of the NBAs top teams through the years.
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  • Butterfly Kisses for Grandma and Grandpa

    Alayne Kay Christian, Joni Stringfield

    Hardcover (Blue Whale Press, Nov. 1, 2008)
    Emily loves to visit Grandma and Grandpa. Like most grandchildren, she gets lots of affection and the freedom to do what she wants. But sadly, every visit comes to an end, leaving Emily longing for a way to feel close to her grandparents ... until she can see them again. Gold medal winner of a prestigious Mom's Choice Award and an IPPY award winner too, this gracefully illustrated story begins with Emily's sorrowful wishes: ''I wish you didn t live so far away. I wish I could sleep over any time I want.'' It continues with a special gift from Grandma and Grandpa that teaches Emily to use her imagination, memory, and natural surroundings to feel connected to her grandparents. In the end, Emily surprises her grandparents with a gift of her own, showing them that children are not the only ones who can use memories and imagination as comfort when they are missing those they hold dear.
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  • Green Fig and Lionfish: Sustainable Caribbean Cooking

    Allen Susser

    Hardcover (Books & Books Press, Dec. 3, 2019)
    #1 New Release in Caribbean & West Indian Cooking ─ Savory and Sustainable Seafood RecipesA practical guide for cooking seafood: Bringing together the allure of the Caribbean Sea and Caribbean island life, this cookbook offers recipes for cooking with seasonal and unusual ingredients. While most of the recipes call for lionfish, the dishes are simple and flexible so any kind of seafood can easily be swapped in.Eat fresh, local cuisine: Cooking seasonally and locally takes advantage of the best-tasting ingredients at peak ripeness. Chef Allen Susser, dubbed the “Ponce de León of New Florida Cooking” by the New York Times, expertly and effectively teaches us how to blend the spices of the Caribbean into our cooking while using easy-to-understand techniques.Enjoy a meal that benefits the environment: The overbearing lionfish population has been threatening the balance of marine life and damaging coral reefs. By incorporating these delicious and nutritious fish into recipes, we can help ease the pressure on surrounding native fish and their fragile ecosystems.Explore new and exciting recipes in this cookbook full of Caribbean flavor. Discover in Green Fig and Lionfish: Sustainable Caribbean Cooking:70 environmentally-conscious recipes created by a James Beard Award-winning chef with years of culinary leadership and knowledge to shareA guide to simple and creative eating for those looking for new, healthy recipesDishes such as lionfish coconut ceviche, pan roasted lionfish with passionfruit, banana leaf grilled lionfish, and spicy lionfish tacos with mango chow chowLionfish recipes created by prominent James Beard Award-winning chefs such as Jose Andres, Eric Ripert, and Andrew ZimmernIf you’ve enjoyed recipes found in cookbooks such as The First Mess Cookbook, Good Fish, and Ziggy Marley and Family Cookbook, then you’ll love the flavorful creations found in Chef Allen Susser’s Green Fig and Lionfish: Sustainable Caribbean Cooking.
  • Green Fig and Lionfish: Sustainable Caribbean Cooking

    Allen Susser

    eBook (Books & Books Press, Dec. 3, 2019)
    #1 New Release in Caribbean & West Indian Cooking ─ Savory and Sustainable Seafood RecipesA practical guide for cooking seafood: Bringing together the allure of the Caribbean Sea and Caribbean island life, this cookbook offers recipes for cooking with seasonal and unusual ingredients. While most of the recipes call for lionfish, the dishes are simple and flexible so any kind of seafood can easily be swapped in.Eat fresh, local cuisine: Cooking seasonally and locally takes advantage of the best-tasting ingredients at peak ripeness. Chef Allen Susser, dubbed the “Ponce de León of New Florida Cooking” by the New York Times, expertly and effectively teaches us how to blend the spices of the Caribbean into our cooking while using easy-to-understand techniques.Enjoy a meal that benefits the environment: The overbearing lionfish population has been threatening the balance of marine life and damaging coral reefs. By incorporating these delicious and nutritious fish into recipes, we can help ease the pressure on surrounding native fish and their fragile ecosystems.Explore new and exciting recipes in this cookbook full of Caribbean flavor. Discover in Green Fig and Lionfish: Sustainable Caribbean Cooking:70 environmentally-conscious recipes created by a James Beard Award-winning chef with years of culinary leadership and knowledge to shareA guide to simple and creative eating for those looking for new, healthy recipesDishes such as lionfish coconut ceviche, pan roasted lionfish with passionfruit, banana leaf grilled lionfish, and spicy lionfish tacos with mango chow chowLionfish recipes created by prominent James Beard Award-winning chefs such as Jose Andres, Eric Ripert, and Andrew ZimmernIf you’ve enjoyed recipes found in cookbooks such as The First Mess Cookbook, Good Fish, and Ziggy Marley and Family Cookbook, then you’ll love the flavorful creations found in Chef Allen Susser’s Green Fig and Lionfish: Sustainable Caribbean Cooking.
  • Philadelphia 76ers All-Time Greats

    Brendan Flynn

    Paperback (Press Box Books, Jan. 1, 2020)
    The team that was born the Syracuse Nationals filled a gap in basketball-crazy Philadelphia in 1962. Along the way, the Philadelphia 76ers have won NBA titles and employed some of the greatest and most colorful players in league history. From the pioneers of the 1950s to the global superstars of today, get to know the players who made the 76ers one of the NBAs top teams through the years.
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  • P.K. Subban

    Teresa M.

    Paperback (Press Box Books, Jan. 1, 2019)
    P.K. Subban has always stood out in the world of hockey. Whether it's his flashy personal style, his incredible charity work, or the fact that he's a black player in a mostly white sport, Subban turns heads wherever he goes. This exciting book gives readers an in-depth look into everything that makes Subban a star, from his childhood in Canada to the trade that sent shockwaves through the hockey world. Every sports franchise has its face-the star of the show, the player fans can't take their eyes off of, the one whose talent determines the fate of the entire operation. The Franchise series explores these athletes' stories, taking readers into the players' lives on and off the field of play. Learn about your favorite athletes' early days, the challenges they've overcome to reach the top, and the qualities that make them truly incomparable.
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