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"Black Friday by S Hussain Zaidi is a ghastly account of the one of the biggest terrorist attack on Bombay in 1993. The book chronicles the devastation caused to life and property due to the attacks and the trauma, both physical and mental, underwent by the people at large post the terrorist...

This podcast explores what it’s really like to step out of everyday life and reside somewhere else, whether for a few weeks, a season, or a carefully chosen stint. From where to stay and what to eat to daily rhythms, culture, and hidden secrets, each series blends first-hand experience with insider insight, practical tips, and the realities that guidebooks often skip. Created by the Editors of Bespoke Black Book and featuring voices from their contributors, Mini Seasons is for curious travellers who want to explore like a local, uncover unexpected gems, and experience a place in a unique way...

“A manual for fixing our culture…In writing that is elegant and penetratingly simple, [hooks] gives voice to some things we may know in our hearts but need an interpreter like her to process.”—Black Issues Book Review New York Times bestselling author, acclaimed visionary and cultural...

In 81 brief chapters, Lao-Tzu's Tao Te Ching, or Book of the Way, provides advice that imparts balance and perspective, a serene and generous spirit, and teaches us how to work for the good with the effortless skill that comes from being in accord with the Tao—the basic principle of the...

Through their work with organisations and companies across the world, Maggie Semple and Jane Oremosu found that there was a need to help people as they discussed difference, race and inclusion. My Little Black Book: A Blacktionary aims to do just that. This A-Z pocket guide is for people who are entering the workplace and finding their identity, for leaders and managers who feel overwhelmed by ever-evolving definitions and phrases, for anyone who is afraid of saying the wrong thing and being judged.

The author and director of the Martin Luther King, Jr. Library Publishing Project gives voice to long silent African Americans from the past, allowing them to tell their own stories that shed new light on critical moments in the Black Freedom Struggle, challenging what we think we know about...

NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER GOOGLE'S BEST AUDIOBOOKS OF 2019 NPR'S FAVORITE BOOKS OF THE YEAR INDIE BESTSELLER GOODREADS CHOICE AWARD WINNER: BEST MEMOIR & AUTOBIOGRAPHY A laugh-and-cry-out-loud memoir from the beloved star of Netflix’s Queer Eye, Jonathan Van Ness, sharing never before told...

Three powerful African-American female executives celebrate their gender and heritage as they share their secrets for success in this effective guide for businesswomen. Ways to communicate thoughtfully, trust yourself, and exude self-esteem are just a few tactics the authors discuss for those who want to enter the workforce as confident leaders.

An essay on restriction, resistance, and reclaiming space, Black Public Joy is essential reading for all politically engaged Canadians wanting to learn more about anti-Black racism in Canada. During a crucial moment in Black life in North America, Jay Pitter has been engaging directly and...

From Pulitzer Prize finalist Annie Jacobsen, the untold USA Today bestselling story of the CIA's secret paramilitary units. Surprise . . . your target. Kill . . . your enemy. Vanish . . . without a trace. When diplomacy fails, and war is unwise, the president calls on the CIA's Special...

From a star theoretical physicist, “a love letter to the wonderous universe we call home, and an urge to think critically about how we explore its depths” (Smithsonian Magazine) In The Disordered Cosmos, Dr. Chanda Prescod-Weinstein shares her love for physics, from the Standard Model of...

The Black Book will be focusing on the education, business, and working experiences of Black people around the globe. The Black Book was inspired by both personal discovery and research of the “Negro Motorist Green Book,” Each episode highlights creatives, innovators, and successful business-people engaging in a range of lifestyles or those who even own their own business.

WINNER OF THE NAACP IMAGE AWARD A fun and thoughtful dictionary of Black language you didn’t know you needed, Historically Black Phrases is a love letter to the Black community and the ways it drives culture. “This perfect blend of explanation, definition and social commentary will have...

The first-ever Black history to center queer voices, this landmark study traces the lives of LGBTQ+ Black Americans from slavery to present day Gender and sexual expression have always been part of the Black freedom struggle In this latest book in Beacon’s award-winning ReVisioning History...

NAMED A MOST ANTICIPATED BOOK BY: Time, USA Today, People, AARP, Today.com, BookRiot, Bustle, LitHub, BookPage, Our Culture, and Vulture A surprising and beautiful meditation on the color blue—and its fascinating role in Black history and culture—from National Book Award winner Imani Perry...

A “fascinating” and “rare” (National Review) biography of Thomas Sowell, one of America’s most influential conservative thinkers Thomas Sowell is one of the great social theorists of our age. In a career spanning more than a half century, he has written over thirty books, covering...

The Black Cat (1895-1922) was a captivating monthly literary magazine that showcased original short stories, often delving into the uncanny and fantastical. While many contributors remained largely unknown, some renowned authors also graced its pages with their unique tales. In this intriguing third issue of Volume 3, readers will discover four compelling stories A Celestial Crime by Charles Stuart Pratt, exploring the mystery behind Professor Gordon Brownes death; The Affairs of Anne by Louise Betts Edwards, a tale of Annes three enigmatic lovers; For the Benefit of the Town by Heloise E. ...

Step into the intriguing world of The Black Cat, a monthly literary magazine that captivated readers from 1895 to 1922 with its original short stories exploring the uncanny and fantastical. In this fifth issue, youll find six captivating tales that delve into the depths of human experience and imagination The Mysterious Card by Cleveland Moffet, where a mans life unravels over a chilling message; Tang-u by Lawrence E. Adams, showcasing a young boy whose keen eyesight saves a battleship crew; The Little Brown Mole by Clarice Irene Clinghan, where a mans return home reveals startling changes in ...

Step into the enchanting world of The Black Cat, a monthly literary gem that graced readers from 1895 to 1922. Known for its captivating original short stories that delve into the uncanny and fantastical, this magazine features a mix of emerging talents and renowned authors. In this tenth issue of Volume 3, youll discover five intriguing tales > Flicker Browns Fourth by Sewell Ford an inventive celebration of the 4th of July that draws a crowd > Only a Mistake by Clarence Maiko a gripping exploration of how a guilty conscience can unravel the mind > The Hold-Up Near Badgers Bar by Edmund ...

Step into the enchanting world of The Black Cat, a monthly literary magazine that thrived from 1895 to 1922, renowned for its original tales steeped in the uncanny and fantastical. In this captivating tenth issue, immerse yourself in five riveting stories On the Last Trail by H. W. Phillips and Rupert Hughes, where a marshall faces his friend in a gripping final showdown; A Message from Where? by L. Francis Bishop, which explores a boys vivid imagination sparked by a mysterious, beautiful woman in an old portrait; The Man with the Box by George W. Tripp, a cautionary tale about the ...