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Cottonmouths

A Novel

by Kelly J. Ford ...

A Los Angeles Review Best Book of 2017From a compelling new voice in LGBTQ and Southern fiction, a gripping tale of crime and desire amid small-town America’s meth epidemic.This was Drear’s Bluff. Nothing bad happened here. People didn’t disappear.College was supposed to be an escape for Emily Skinner. But after failing out of school, she's left with no choice but to return to her ... ... Read more

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A Los Angeles Review Best Book of 2017From a compelling new voice in LGBTQ and Southern fiction, a gripping tale of crime and desire amid small-town America’s meth epidemic.This was Drear’s Bluff. Nothing bad happened here. People didn’t disappear.College was supposed to be an escape for Emily Skinner. But after failing out of school, she's left with no choice but to return to her ...
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Flying Lessons & Other Stories

by Kwame Alexander, Kelly J. Baptist, Soman Chainani, Matt de la Peña, Grace Lin, Meg Medina, Tim Tingle, Jacqueline Woodson ...

Series series We Need Diverse Books Anthology
**Whether it is basketball dreams, family fiascos, first crushes, or new neighborhoods, this bold short story collection—written by some of the best children’s authors including Kwame Alexander, Meg Medina, Jacqueline Woodson, and many more and published in partnership with We Need Diverse Books—celebrates the uniqueness and universality in all of us."Will resonate with any kid who's ever felt ... Read more

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**Whether it is basketball dreams, family fiascos, first crushes, or new neighborhoods, this bold short story collection—written by some of the best children’s authors including Kwame Alexander, Meg Medina, Jacqueline Woodson, and many more and published in partnership with We Need Diverse Books—celebrates the uniqueness and universality in all of us."Will resonate with any kid who's ever felt
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Eb & Flow

by Kelly J. Baptist ...

A ten-day suspension has tweens De'Kari and Ebony seeing the world with a fresh perspective. Don't miss this poignant novel in verse from the award-winning author of Isaiah Dunn Is My Hero.Two kids. One fight. No one thinks they’re wrong.FlowI don’t even hit girls . . . is what I’m thinking.I roll my eyes, turn them to my shoes.Shoes I’ma wear every day till they... ... Read more

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A ten-day suspension has tweens De'Kari and Ebony seeing the world with a fresh perspective. Don't miss this poignant novel in verse from the award-winning author of Isaiah Dunn Is My Hero.Two kids. One fight. No one thinks they’re wrong.FlowI don’t even hit girls . . . is what I’m thinking.I roll my eyes, turn them to my shoes.Shoes I’ma wear every day till they...
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The God Frequency- The Saturn Deception

1, #1

by J Kelly ...

Series Book 1 - 1
For fans of 2001: A Space Odyssey and His Dark Materials comes a visionary sci-fi thriller where the first murder in millennia is only the beginning of the end.Humanity's Golden Age was eternal. Sustained by the God Frequency, they lived as co-creators in a paradise without sickness, war, or death. Their masterpiece was the Functional Intelligence—a benevolent AI designed to manag... ... Read more

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For fans of 2001: A Space Odyssey and His Dark Materials comes a visionary sci-fi thriller where the first murder in millennia is only the beginning of the end.Humanity's Golden Age was eternal. Sustained by the God Frequency, they lived as co-creators in a paradise without sickness, war, or death. Their masterpiece was the Functional Intelligence—a benevolent AI designed to manag...
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Tirpitz

And the Imperial German Navy

by Patrick J. Kelly ...

"A first-rate biography of this grand admiral who is better known for his political skills than his naval ones." — US Naval Insitute ProceedingsGrand Admiral Alfred von Tirpitz (1849–1930) was the principal force behind the rise of the German Imperial Navy prior to World War I, challenging Great Britain's command of the seas. As State Secretary of the Imperial Naval Office from 1897 to 1916, ... Read more

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"A first-rate biography of this grand admiral who is better known for his political skills than his naval ones." — US Naval Insitute ProceedingsGrand Admiral Alfred von Tirpitz (1849–1930) was the principal force behind the rise of the German Imperial Navy prior to World War I, challenging Great Britain's command of the seas. As State Secretary of the Imperial Naval Office from 1897 to 1916,
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The Band in Our Basement

A Picture Book

by Kelly J. Baptist ...

Illustrated by Jenin Mohammed ...

In this rollicking, rhyming picture book, a pair of siblings who are supposed to be in bed discover a jazz band playing in their basementAfter hearing Daddy’s band practicing in the basement, a brother and sister can’t resist sneaking out of bed to watch them play. Careful, careful, can’t be caught. Tiptoe past the squeaky spot!They long to join in the fun, but can’t be seen out of bed—until the ... Read more

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In this rollicking, rhyming picture book, a pair of siblings who are supposed to be in bed discover a jazz band playing in their basementAfter hearing Daddy’s band practicing in the basement, a brother and sister can’t resist sneaking out of bed to watch them play. Careful, careful, can’t be caught. Tiptoe past the squeaky spot!They long to join in the fun, but can’t be seen out of bed—until the
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Smogtown

The Lung-Burning History of Pollution in Los Angeles

by Chip Jacobs, William J. Kelly ...

"A zany and provocative cultural history" of LA's infamous air pollution and the struggle to combat it from the 1940s to today ( Kirkus).The smog beast wafted into downtown Los Angeles on July 26, 1943. Nobody knew what it was. Secretaries rubbed their eyes. Traffic cops seemed to disappear in the mysterious haze. Were Japanese saboteurs responsible? A reckless factory? The truth was much worse—it ... Read more

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"A zany and provocative cultural history" of LA's infamous air pollution and the struggle to combat it from the 1940s to today ( Kirkus).The smog beast wafted into downtown Los Angeles on July 26, 1943. Nobody knew what it was. Secretaries rubbed their eyes. Traffic cops seemed to disappear in the mysterious haze. Were Japanese saboteurs responsible? A reckless factory? The truth was much worse—it
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The Truth and Tragedy of Moriah Wilson (A Cyclist’s Rise, Fall, and Death)

An Inside Look at the Murder Mystery That Gripped the World of Cycling

by Kelly J. Shields ...

Series series The Golden Heritage
"Her rise to greatness was undeniable, but her death—a senseless tragedy—left the world searching for answers. In the cycling world, her name would forever be remembered, but the truth behind her murder remains a haunting mystery."“The Truth and Tragedy of Moriah Wilson (A Cyclist’s Rise, Fall, and Death)” takes you behind the headlines of one of the most shocking and heart-wrenching stories in ... Read more

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"Her rise to greatness was undeniable, but her death—a senseless tragedy—left the world searching for answers. In the cycling world, her name would forever be remembered, but the truth behind her murder remains a haunting mystery."“The Truth and Tragedy of Moriah Wilson (A Cyclist’s Rise, Fall, and Death)” takes you behind the headlines of one of the most shocking and heart-wrenching stories in
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Roommates 2026 (Friendship, Rivalry, and Self-Discovery)

A Heartfelt College Comedy That Explores Identity and Chaos in Dorm Life Starring Sadie Sandler, Chloe East, and Sarah Sherman

by Kelly J. Shields ...

Series series The Golden Heritage
"In the chaos of freshman year, two roommates will discover that the real journey isn't just about finding your place — it's about learning to embrace the messy parts of yourself, and each other."Dive into the whirlwind of freshman year with “Roommates 2026,” where the laughs are real, the moments are raw, and the journey of self-discovery is anything but predictable.When Devon, an idealistic, ... Read more

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"In the chaos of freshman year, two roommates will discover that the real journey isn't just about finding your place — it's about learning to embrace the messy parts of yourself, and each other."Dive into the whirlwind of freshman year with “Roommates 2026,” where the laughs are real, the moments are raw, and the journey of self-discovery is anything but predictable.When Devon, an idealistic,
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Apex 2026 (A Test of Endurance)

A Gripping Survival Story of One Woman’s Fight Against Nature and a Ruthless Stalker Starring Charlize Theron, Taron Egerton, and Eric Bana

by Kelly J. Shields ...

Series series The Golden Heritage
"In the wild, survival is not just about facing nature’s fury; it’s about confronting the deepest fears of the human spirit. Sasha’s fight for life is one of endurance, heartbreak, and rediscovery — a battle that will push her to the very edge of her strength."In the heart of the unforgiving Australian wilderness, Sasha faces the fight of her life — not just against the brutal forces of nature, ... Read more

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"In the wild, survival is not just about facing nature’s fury; it’s about confronting the deepest fears of the human spirit. Sasha’s fight for life is one of endurance, heartbreak, and rediscovery — a battle that will push her to the very edge of her strength."In the heart of the unforgiving Australian wilderness, Sasha faces the fight of her life — not just against the brutal forces of nature,
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Trust Me: The False Prophet (The Untold Story of Samuel Bateman and His Cult)

A True Crime Investigation into the Dark World of Religious Manipulation, Cult Leaders, and Abuses of Power

by Kelly J. Shields ...

Series series The Golden Heritage
"In the shadows of faith, a dangerous leader rises—manipulating belief to control and destroy. Trust Me: The False Prophet is the chilling untold story of Samuel Bateman, a man who twisted the very essence of religion to build a cult that shattered lives. Will justice be served, or will the prophet’s grip remain unbroken?""Trust Me: The False Prophet (The Untold Story of Samuel Bateman and His ... Read more

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"In the shadows of faith, a dangerous leader rises—manipulating belief to control and destroy. Trust Me: The False Prophet is the chilling untold story of Samuel Bateman, a man who twisted the very essence of religion to build a cult that shattered lives. Will justice be served, or will the prophet’s grip remain unbroken?""Trust Me: The False Prophet (The Untold Story of Samuel Bateman and His
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Apocalypses in Context

Apocalyptic Currents Through History

by Kelly J. Murphy, Justin Jeffcoat Schedtler ...

Apocalyptic scenarios remain prevalent and powerful in popular culture (television, film, comic books, and popular fiction), in politics (debates on climate change, environmentalism, Middle East policy, and military planning), and in various religious traditions. Academic interest in apocalypticism is flourishing; indeed, the study of both ancient and contemporary apocalyptic phenomena has long ... Read more

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Apocalyptic scenarios remain prevalent and powerful in popular culture (television, film, comic books, and popular fiction), in politics (debates on climate change, environmentalism, Middle East policy, and military planning), and in various religious traditions. Academic interest in apocalypticism is flourishing; indeed, the study of both ancient and contemporary apocalyptic phenomena has long
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