From slave to Doctor of Philosophy to preacher, Thomas Nelson Baker exemplifies the struggles and rewards of becoming and being an educated Black man in Jim Crow America. His biography is both a lesson in history and a source of inspiration.The Rev. Dr. Thomas Nelson Baker was the first known African American to receive a Ph.D. in Philosophy in the United States. Born a slave in 1860 in Eastville, Virginia, Dr. Baker spent his youth and early manhood as a farm labo...

Winner of an Abraham Lincoln Institute Book AwardThough not blind to Abraham Lincoln's imperfections, Black Americans long ago laid a heartfelt claim to his legacy. At the same time, they have consciously reshaped the sixteenth president's image for their own social and political ends. Frederick Hord and Matthew D. Norman's anthology explores the complex nature of views on Lincoln through the writings and thought of Frederick Douglass, Ida B. Wells-Barnett, Mary Mc...

Begin a journey of renewal and be strengthened by prayers that connect you to the heart of God—in just one minute.In a world that can crush your spirit, where burdens often weigh heavier than hope, A Minute of Hope, with prayers by Cristina Baker, invites you into a conversation with God that brings peace and strength that are only found in His presence. In this collection of 100 60-second prayers, you're invited to experience Jesus and his deep lo...

From USA TODAY bestselling author Lacey Baker comes another heartwarming small-town romance brimming with second chances, holiday cheer, and the magic of coming home. Perfect for fans of RaeAnne Thayne and Sheila Roberts."This should be a movie!" --Vanessa Miller, USA TODAY bestselling author of The American QueenElla Wilson has avoided home and the holidays for nearly a decade. For her, the season is plagued by a jinx that's brou...

Now more than ever, we all face trying situations. The hope we need and hunger for is not a strategy or state of mind, but faith in Jesus. He stands secure for us in the face of every trial, from loss to sickness to injustice. Through 20 short prayers, 10 personal stories of miraculous transformations, and Biblical teachings, Hope in 60 Seconds will help you take the first steps towards a journey of security in the hope of Jesus.“At twenty-one I was as far...

Nurture your dreams, discover your hopes, and pay attention to those things you hold dearest to your heart with this 52-week guided journal.A Standard of Grace, by bestselling author Emily Ley is a joy-inspiring guided journal designed to help you record dreams, hopes, and reflect on the things you love most so you can simplify your life and bring grace and peace to your home. This gorgeous four-color guided journal includes:Quotes to inspire...

Read by the author.Now more than ever, we all face trying situations. The hope we need and hunger for is not a strategy or state of mind, but faith in Jesus. He stands secure for us in the face of every trial, from loss to sickness to injustice. Through 20 short prayers, 10 personal stories of miraculous transformations, and Biblical teachings, Hope in 60 Seconds will help you take the first steps towards a journey of security in the hope of Jesus....

Before Audrey was the baker's wife, she was the pastor's wife.Then a scandalous lie cost her husband a pastoral career. Now the two work side-by-side running a bakery, serving coffee, and baking fresh bread. But the hurt still pulls at Audrey.Driving early one morning to the bakery, Audrey's car strikes something—or someone—at a fog-shrouded intersection. She finds a motor scooter belonging to a local teacher. Blood is everywhere, but there's no trace of a ...

From USA TODAY bestselling author Lacey Baker comes another heartwarming small-town romance brimming with second chances, holiday cheer, and the magic of coming home. Perfect for fans of RaeAnne Thayne and Sheila Roberts."This should be a movie!" --Vanessa Miller, USA TODAY bestselling author of The American QueenElla Wilson has avoided home and the holidays for nearly a decade. For her, the season is plagued by a jinx that's brou...

Before Audrey was the baker's wife, she was the pastor's wife.Then a scandalous lie cost her husband a pastoral career. Now the two work side-by-side running a bakery, serving coffee, and baking fresh bread. But the hurt still pulls at Audrey.Driving early one morning to the bakery, Audrey's car strikes something—or someone—at a fog-shrouded intersection. She finds a motor scooter belonging to a local teacher. Blood is everywhere, but there's no trace of a ...

This holiday, we proudly present to you this unique collection of the greatest Christmas stories. Over 250 of them are included by your favourite authors:Charles Dickens, Fyodor Dostoyevsky, Leo Tolstoy, Willa Cather, Beatrix Potter, Louisa May Alcott, Lucy Maud Montgomery, Hans Christian Andersen, E.T.A. Hoffmann, O. Henry, Mark Twain and many more!

This holiday, we proudly present to you this unique collection of the greatest Christmas stories. Over 250 of them are included by your favourite authors:Charles Dickens, Fyodor Dostoyevsky, Leo Tolstoy, Willa Cather, Beatrix Potter, Louisa May Alcott, Lucy Maud Montgomery, Hans Christian Andersen, E.T.A. Hoffmann, O. Henry, Mark Twain and many more!