Winner Whiting Writers' AwardWinner Ernest J. Gaines Award for Literary ExcellenceFinalist for the PEN/Hemingway Award for Debut FictionFinalist for the Flaherty-Dunnan First Novel PrizeFinalist for the Hurston/Wright Legacy AwardMitchell S. Jackson grew up black in a neglected neighborhood in America's whitest city, Portland, Oregon. In the '90s, those streets and beyond...

'A mesmerising book, full of story, truth, pain, lyricism, humour and astonishment: the stuff of a difficult life, fully lived, and masterfully transformed into art' SALMAN RUSHDIE'I****ntimate and wise, poignant and compassionate, redemptive and raw. You have to read this beautiful book' CHERYL STRAYED, author of WildAn electrifying, dazzlingly written reckoning and an essential addition to the conversation about race and class,

'This novel is written with a breathtaking, exhilarating assurance and wit. Terrific' The Times'A wrenchingly beautiful debut by a writer to be reckoned with' Jesmyn WardMitchell S. Jackson grew up black in a neglected neighbourhood in America's whitest city, Portland, Oregon. In the '90s, those streets and beyond had fallen under the shadow of crack cocaine and its familiar mayhem. In his commanding autobiographical novel, Jackson...

Equal parts photo-rich lookbook, and cultural commentary, Fly: The Big Book of Basketball Fashion is the story of the extraordinary intersection of high fashion and basketball, from the league's inception to today, and celebrates the iconic style of NBA athletes * A USA Today BestsellerEach chapter explores the style of an era and the cultural influences that shaped it: The league’s inception in 1949, pre-Civil Rights Movement, when the NBA was mo...

Great journalism relies on a narrative arc to engage and inform the reader. Stories Can Save Us looks at how the best reporters and writers craft narrative literary journalism. Journalist Matt Tullis uses the material he gathered in the more than seventy-five interviews he conducted with the best narrative and literary journalists in the country through his podcast, Gangrey: The Podcast, to show how these professionals conceive and writesuch compelling stories.Thr...

This comprehensive guide demystifies the complex world of data aggregation, breaking down essential concepts and techniques into accessible, actionable content. From understanding the fundamentals of data aggregation to diving into advanced topics like real-time processing, cloud solutions, and the impact of emerging technologies, this book equips you with the knowledge to tackle data challenges effectively.Inside, you'll discover:Fundamental Techniques:

ONE OF TIME’S 100 BEST BOOKS OF THE YEARONE OF NPR’S BEST BOOKS OF 2019ONE OF BUZZFEED’S BEST BOOKS OF 2019An electrifying, dazzlingly written reckoning and an essential addition to the national conversation about race and class, Survival Math takes its name from the calculations award-winning author Mitchell S. Jackson made to survive the Portland, Oregon of his youth....

Data Governance Guide: Principles, Practices, and Implementation offers a comprehensive roadmap for understanding, establishing, and executing robust data governance practices within any organization.This book provides a clear and actionable framework for building a successful data governance program, covering everything from foundational principles to advanced implementation strategies. Whether you're a data professional, a CDO, or a business leader, this guide will help ...

**QUEER WE GO AGAIN!Fans of Becky Albertelli, Adam Silvera and Nina LaCour will eat up this delicious anthology of romantic and adventurous contemporary and speculative stories featuring LGBTQ+ teens.**A follow-up to the critically acclaimed All Out anthology, Out Now features seventeen new short stories from amazing queer YA authors. Vampires crash prom…aliens run from the government…a president’s daughter comes into her own…a true romantic tries to softe...

In the fast-paced world of software development, agility and innovation are key to staying ahead. AI Agile delves into how artificial intelligence (AI) is revolutionizing Agile methodologies, offering a comprehensive guide to integrating AI with Agile practices to enhance efficiency, creativity, and decision-making.This book provides a deep dive into the convergence of AI and Agile, exploring how AI tools and technologies can streamline Agile workflows, optimize sprint pla...

In the age of digital transformation, managing and integrating data effectively is crucial for organizational success. "Mastering Data Virtualization" is your comprehensive guide to understanding, implementing, and optimizing data virtualization, a revolutionary approach that simplifies data access and integration without the need for physical data replication.This book provides a deep dive into the fundamentals of data virtualization, from its core concepts and ar...

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