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Grammy-winning singer-songwriter, keyboardist for the mega pop band Maroon 5, and founder of Morton Records, PJ Morton details the inspiring journey that led to his unique sound and urges readers to follow their own dreams. The son of pastors and gospel artists, PJ Morton grew up singing gospel...

An unapologetic guide for readers who are Black, masc, and bi—unlearning biphobia, coming out, combatting erasure, and embodying your whole self Through cutting social analysis, personal stories, and need-to-know advice, Dear Bi Men reclaims bi+ visibility in a culture of erasure—and...

Do you love a good whodunit? Detectives and mobsters, newshawks and murderers–all ingredients for disaster in this murder mystery collection. Whether it was sending a detective after zombie killers on the prowl or chasing down grisly headhunters at a carnival, Ron knew how to thrill readers and keep them guessing until the end.

The myth of an epic, public life—its triumphs and tragedies—is a particularly American obsession. ROAR is a metafictional exploration of such a life and attendant fame of an extraordinary, and completely made up, man.

Ten bestselling, critically acclaimed authors deliver a fresh novel of interconnected stories that follows a group of young adults over the course of a few wild, transformative hours at an epic house party! The biggest event of the year is happening, and you’re invited! Join us for Florence...

Scott Galloway, um dos professores de administração mais populares do mundo, apresenta um manual para os tempos de hoje. Em seu estilo característico, direto ao ponto, ele explica o que você precisa saber para ter sucesso financeiro, não importa o que aconteça. Ao discutir desde temas básicos como a escolha acertada da carreira até dicas de filosofia de vida e como aproveitar as grandes ondas econômicas, A álgebra da riqueza é o guia prático de que você precisa para alcançar o que a maioria de nós deseja: ficar ricos.

The year 1972 saw the beginning of a five-year span in which Stevie Wonder released five groundbreaking, critically acclaimed albums, garnering him more than half a dozen Grammys and more than 10 million albums sold, securing his place as one of the most important American musicians and songwriters in history. For the first time, uncover the untold story of an extraordinary artistic journey that shaped the greatest creative era in popular music history.

What if the most important part of making a better decision is what happens before you respond?A difficult conversation leaves you frustrated. An unexpected message creates anxiety. Someoneelse's disappointment makes you question a decision you carefully considered.Before you have time to...

In the shadow of the Holocaust, Emmanuel Levinas forged one of the most luminous and demanding ethical visions of the twentieth century: an infinite responsibility for the Other that precedes freedom, choice, and even consciousness. The face of the Other, he taught, is not merely seen—it...

For more than twenty-five years, paleontologist Stephen Jay Gould wrote a column called "The View of Life" for Natural History magazine. More than twenty entries from that column comprise this collection, which includes such essays as "Boyle's Law and Darwin's Details," "Brotherhood by Inversion...

These warm, festive, and magical stories portray the bustle and fervor of the Christmas shopping season At Christmas time, department stores overflow with color and festivity, their halls bedecked with the trimmings of the season. In these charming, memorable, and even magical Christmas tales...

This program is read by the author, Isaac Wright Jr. An empowering memoir of courage and hope in the face of injustice—and the basis for the ABC television show, For Life—Marked for Life is the true story of Isaac Wright Jr.’s battle to win his freedom after being wrongfully imprisoned for...

Nuclear proliferation, Zionism, and the global economy are just a few of the insightful and surprisingly prescient topics scientist Albert Einstein discusses in this volume of collected essays from between 1931 and 1950. Written with a clear voice and a thoughtful perspective on the effects of science, economics, and politics in daily life, Einstein’s writings provide an intriguing view inside the mind of a genius addressing the philosophical challenges of the Depression, the Second World War, and more.

Complete your knowledge of the ancient world with this comprehensive look at the dozen empires that flourished in the 2,000 years before the conquests of Alexander the Great. Over the course of 36 insightful lectures, you'll follow the Egyptians, the Mycenaean Greeks, the Persians, the Carthaginians, and others as they rise to glory, create administrative and military structures, clash with one another, and eventually collapse.

An intimate portrait of a family and an epic tale of hope and struggle, Sing, Unburied, Sing examines the ugly truths at the heart of the American story and the power - and limitations - of family bonds. Jojo is 13 years old and trying to understand what it means to be a man. His mother, Leonie, is in constant conflict with herself and those around her. She is black and her children's father is white. Embattled in ways that reflect the brutal reality of her circumstances, she wants to be a better mother.

In this riveting landmark autobiography, which reads like a novel, Academy Award and Emmy winner Louis Gossett, Jr., masterfully transports us to 1840s New York; Washington, D.C.; and Louisiana to experience the kidnapping and 12 years of bondage of Solomon Northup, a free man of color. Twelve Years a Slave, published in 1853, was an immediate bombshell in the national debate over slavery leading up to the Civil War.

From a profoundly troubled childhood comes unflinchingly honest stories of abuse, neglect, violence, isolation, and blatant racism. Through the Storm of Early Trauma is not told from a place of anger or resentment. Instead, it speaks with the voice of hope - that others who have lived such stories, and who are living those stories today, will find their own inner strength to seek the help they need and deserve. 

How to Start a Cleaning Business Without Any InvestmentOne Gen Xers Story of Rock N Roll, Addiction, Cancer, and God!What if the business that could change your life required almost no money to start?In How to Start a Cleaning Business Without Any Investment, Stanley Emanuels shares the...

Great leaders are rarely defined by talent alone. They are shaped by preparation, resilience, and the ability to grow through every challenge. Erik Spoelstra's journey is a remarkable example of how dedication and continuous learning can build a lasting legacy.Erik Spoelstra: The Journey of a...

Enduring hardship was not new to him. The Marine Corps gave it purpose.From a childhood marked by violence and enforced silence to the drill field at Parris Island, The Street follows Sherman Gillums Jr. as he evolves into the role of senior drill instructor, forging young men into warriors in...