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Author James Farrell, a passionate environmentalist and coach, wrote Being In Nature, a book of simple, science-based practices that will help readers feel happier and healthier by connecting with nature. This highly original pocket guide is beautifully illustrated and full of positive wisdom that is written to assist readers, and our planet, to thrive. Anybody …
If you’re looking for something to read this month, consider reading There Goes the Neighborhood by Jade Adia. The book is a raised fist against the destructive forces of gentrification and a love letter to communities of colour everywhere. Jade Adia’s riveting debut tells the darkly hilarious story of three best friends willing to do …
The Selfless Act of Breathing is a poignant collection of essays, poems, and personal anecdotes exploring modern society’s complexities and the human condition. Written by JJ Bola, a Congolese-British writer and poet, the book is a reflection of his experiences and observations as a Black man living in the UK. Through his writing, Bola …
As an avid reader of Young Adult Fantasy novels, I was intrigued by the buzz surrounding Ciannon Smart’s debut novel, Witches Steeped in Gold. I was impressed by the book’s quality, and it quickly became one of my favourite reads of the year. Introduction to Witches Steeped in Gold by Ciannon Smart Witches Steeped in …
As a literature enthusiast and a die-hard fan of love stories, I couldn’t wait to get my hands on Bolu Babalola’s latest book, “Love in Colour.” I had been following her on social media for a while and was excited to see her stories come to life in a book. Bolu Babalola is a British-Nigerian writer, …
2021 list “That Reminds Me” by Derek Owusu is a thought-provoking novel that explores the complexities of identity and trauma. That Reminds Me is a debut novel by Derek Owusu, a British-Ghanaian writer and podcaster. The book tells the story of K, a young black man who grows up in foster care in London and navigates …
2021 list As a society, we still struggle with the issue of racism. Even though we have made significant progress in the last century, we still encounter racist behaviour and stereotypes in our daily lives. Elijah Lawal’s book, “The Clapback: Your Guide to Calling out Racist Stereotypes,” offers a powerful tool for anyone who wants …
In the world today, there is a lot of confusion surrounding what it means to be a man. Society has imposed certain expectations and norms on men, which can be damaging to their mental and emotional well-being. In his book, “Mask Off: Masculinity Defined,” JJ Bola critically examines these societal expectations and critiques traditional masculinity. …
The Blackheath Séance Parlour, written by Alan Williams, brings to life Blackheath and Greenwich during the rise of Séance Parlours in Victorian London. From its opening paragraph, The Blackheath Séance Parlour races past and into the pubs and landmarks of South East London, plummeting the reader into a page-turning epic filled with horror, laugh-out-loud humour …
Lewisham raised author Malorie Blackman, OBE, was named Britain’s Children’s Laureate this week. A former scriptwriter for TV drama Byker Grove, she is the author of more than 60 books for children and teenagers, including Hacker, Cloud-Busting, Thief! and Pig-Heart Boy. Blackman, whose books tackle issues including racism and ethnic identity will use the role …
CONTENTS Preface Ida B. Wells I Introduction Frederick Douglass II Class Legislation Ida B. Wells III The Convict Lease System Ida B. Wells IV Lynch Law Ida B. Wells V The Progress Of The Afro-American Since Emancipation I. Garland Penn VI The Reason Why F. L. Barnett To the Public Ida B. Wells PREFACE …
Southern Horrors – Lynch Law in All Its Phases was written by activist Ida B Wells. Preface Hon. Fred. Douglass’s Letter The Offense The Black And White Of It The New Cry The Malicious And Untruthful White Press The South’s Position Self-Help PREFACE The greater part of what is contained in these pages was published …
Long before they were taken from their homes and thrust into slavery, black people had a rich history. But you knew that right? It’s surprising how many black people don’t know that and upsetting when other people insist on denying our history. If you know we did “stuff” but aren’t quite sure what “stuff” we …
People of African and Caribbean descent have inhabited Great Britain for centuries. Eminent professor Paul Gilroy, renowned for his work exploring the social and cultural dimensions of British blackness and black Britishness, has assembled a living visual history of blacks in the British Isles. Spanning over two hundred years, this is an unprecedented collection featuring …
Our story has been hidden or whitewashed over for too many years. It is long past time for black people to know our real history and free ourselves from the shackles of slavery once and for all! We were and are more than slaves! I recently watched Hidden Colors: The Untold History Of People Of …
The Destruction of Black Civilization took Chancellor Williams sixteen years of research and field study to compile. The book, which was to serve as a reinterpretation of the history of the African race, was intended to be “a general rebellion against the subtle message from even the most ‘liberal’ white authors (and their Negro disciples): …
Stolen Legacy by George G M James, aims to establish improved race relations in the world by revealing an underlying truth concerning the contribution of the African continent to the rest of the world. It is an attempt to show that the true authors of Greek philosophy were not the Greeks, but the Egyptians. This …
In his book, The Miseducation of the Negro, Carter G Woodson addresses many issues that have been and are still prevalent in the African American community. Woodson believed that while receiving education, blacks lost sight of their original reasons for becoming educated. He believed that many blacks became educated only to “copy” to white culture …
I finally treated myself to Robin Walker’s book When We Ruled. It’s an extremely big read, and I’m looking forward to some downtime so that I can fully enjoy our history. I promise to share what I learn, but in the meantime, watch the video and see what it’s all about.
Stress has become an unwelcome yet constant companion in our fast-paced lives. As we search for ways to alleviate this mounting pressure, one simple and enjoyable activity stands out – reading. Engaging ourselves in the pages of a book allows us to escape our worries and lose ourselves in the lives of characters and their …
