Psychology of Black Womanhood is the first textbook to provide an authoritative, jargon-free, affordable, and holistic exploration of the sociohistorical and psychological experiences of Black girls and women in the United States, while discussing the intersection of their identities. The authors include research on young, middle-aged, and maturing women; LGBTQ+ women and non-binary individuals; women with disabilities; and women across social classes. This textbook is firmly root...

Britain and Africa in the twenty-first century provides the first analysis of UK-Africa policy in the era of austerity, Conservative government and Brexit. It explores how Britain’s relationship with Africa has evolved since the days of Blair, Brown and 'Make Poverty History' and examines how a changing UK political environment, and international context, has impacted upon this longstanding – and deeply complex – relationship.This edited collection includes contributions f...

Fire! It warms our bones and purifies but can also destroy - especially in the wrong hands. This anthology unites twelve writers from around the world in the first book of their Elements series.Meet the troubled girl who claims she can predict fires, a young witch travelling by SparkFlyte, and a Greek god’s muse. See what happens when man harnesses fire and when global warming soars out of control. Flee from a dragon, discover why it’s dangerous to be human during the Flame Games, ...

Make Jesus the Center of Your Family’s YearThe time-honored traditions of the liturgical calendar guide Christians through a year-long meditation on the life of Christ. Beyond just Christmas and Easter, each season of the church year offers special opportunities to remember and celebrate the work of God.In Sacred Seasons, Danielle Hitchen helps you incorporate the rhythms and rituals of this ancient Christian discipline into your everyday family li...

If your parents said you could choose any pet from the pet store, what would it be?A puppy? A goldfish? A Lizard?How about a Hawk?That is what Jimmy picked out, and life for Jimmy and his parents would never be the same!

The presence of Blacks in a number of European societies has drawn increasing interest from scholars, policymakers, and the general public. This interdisciplinary and multi-disciplinary collection penetrates the multifaceted Black presence in Europe, and, in so doing, complicates the notions of race, belonging, desire, and identities assumed and presumed in revealing portraits of Black experiences in a European context. In focusing on contemporary intellectual currents and themes, the cont...

Kari Burke and Danielle Stephens have built a multimillion dollar online business, but mixing and influencing other business-minded women has been their biggest achievement to date. Confessions of a CEO Mum is a story of how two ordinary Australians relied on passion, grit, and dedication to become successful businesswomen, and how if they can do it, anyone can. Both believe that with hard work, determination, and a willingness to be open to new opportunities, everyday mothers can have it ...

Shane, Amanda, Drake and Marsha are four friends, all aged eight. They are full of energy and enthusiasm and are always on the lookout for adventure. When their parents take them camping to a site close to a forest, the children sneak into the forest, eager to explore it and hoping to encounter adventure. The children come across many hidden perils in the forest, but their strong bond and team work help them to overcome obstacles. It’s a fun filled captivating story which all kids could re...

Stephen’s life started out like most us. Single mom, school, extra curricular activities, and the like. Never would he have thought that his life would involve drugs, football, and playing both sides of the law. This is his story of a man growing in both himself and in God.

Monica's stomach fluttered with excitement as she told the interesting man she'd been flirting with online for weeks all about her weekend plans. He was a great match, and they had so many things in common. But sometimes your life can come down to one single bad decision . . .NYPD computer-crimes detective Connor Mitchel's sister is missing. As he combs through his sister's life, he realizes Monica might not have been this killer's first target—or his last. In a tw...

A dusty box discovered in the wreckage of a once prosperous plantation on Agate Hill in North Carolina contains the remnants of an extraordinary life: diaries, letters, poems, songs, newspaper clippings, court records, marbles, rocks, dolls, and bones. It's through these treasured mementos that we meet Molly Petree. Raised in those ruins and orphaned by the Civil War, Molly is a refugee who has no interest in self-pity. When a mysterious benefactor appears out her father's past to rescue h...

A hand-picked set of stories, Blue Collar, is a fascinating compilation of real stories, experiences, and inspiring wisdom from a diverse group of writers from around the world. The stories offer genuine insight into the lives of people who work with their hands - often called "blue-collar" workers. Readers will find inspiration in the words of these authors, who share their triumphs and struggles in an honest and authentic way.Here’s a sample of the stories you will find:A...