Bloomsbury presents Cameron Battle and the Escape Trials by Jamar J. Perry, read by Marc Anthony Samuel.Fans of Rick Riordan will lose themselves in the exciting world of Chidani—where the last descendant must fight to save the world!After his first adventure as the Descendant, Cameron can't sit through seventh grade classes. Especially when his mother is still trapped in Chidani and his father is still missing. But he encounters a particularly nasty bully in his new school...

Bloomsbury presents Cameron Battle and the Hidden Kingdoms by Jamar J. Perry, read by Marc Anthony Samuel.Inspired by West African and Igbo history and mythology, this adventurous middle-grade fantasy debut perfect for fans of Aru Shah and Tristan Strong celebrates the triumphs and challenges of a boy finding his truth path to greatness.As the true Descendant, I command to openThe door to Chidani; it shall be brokenMagic awaits those who seek the queen’s peac...

Bloomsbury presents Cameron Battle and the Escape Trials by Jamar J. Perry, read by Marc Anthony Samuel.Percy Jackson meets Black Panther: inspired by West African and Igbo history and mythology, this thrilling, action-packed sequel to Cameron Battle and the Hidden Kingdoms sees Cameron and his friends return to Chidani and continue their quest to save the world!Cameron's last visit to Chidani was full of discoveries: he met his ancestors, his power awoke and he stepped int...

From debut author Charlene Allen comes a captivating YA contemporary mystery and coming-of-age story, celebrating the power of friendship, first love, and exploring the criminal justice system from the lens of restorative justice. Perfect for fans of Tiffany D. Jackson, Nic Stone, and Maureen Johnson.In the game of life, sometimes other people hold all the controls. Or so it seems to VZ. Four months have passed since his best friend Ed was killed by a white man in ...

In 2020, COVID-19 became a global pandemic devastating physical and mental health, social wellbeing, and the economic status of millions globally. Unforgettable images of death and the deep wounds inflicted on the livelihoods of employees and business owners were broadcast daily in the media. Less visible was the political fallout that threatened the rights of countless voters seeking to exercise their democratic rights under exceptional conditions. In the United States, the scourge of the...

Bloomsbury presents Cameron Battle and the Hidden Kingdoms by Jamar J. Perry, read by Marc Anthony Samuel.Percy Jackson meets Black Panther – this blockbuster middle-grade fantasy adventure is perfect for fans of Amari and the Night Brothers.Cameron Battle grew up reading The Book of Chidani, cherishing stories about the fabled kingdom that cut itself off from the world to save the Igbo people from danger. Passed down over generations, the Book is Cameron’s only connection ...

One week.One prize.Seven really weird challenges.The kids at Benjamin Banneker College Prep are a little … competitive. Okay.They’re A LOT competitive.The minute Principal Yee announces an epic competition for the golden B-B trophy, seventh-grader Frederick Douglass Zezzmer knows he has to win.But it won’t be easy. The competition doesn’t just include science, technology, engineering and math. It also has arts and sports. Not Doug’s best subjec...

Donovan Barron, aka Young, is Southside to the heart, and nothing can change him, not even an NBA career. Refusing to conform has led to Young being dubbed as "Atlanta's Bad Boy." Living low-key and making money are his only priorities until he is forced to switch up.Stony Dorrian refuses to let anyone tell her how to live her life any longer! For too long, she has allowed her parents to control everything in her life, including her relationship with her boyfriend, Dallas. Official...

Ty never expected to fall in love with the person who saved him the night he was shot; however, one can never stop fate. Once he and Michelle established the relationship that Ty never expected to want, his past comes back, causing chaos and strife. Michelle takes her role as the woman in Ty’s life, but unbeknownst to Michelle, the father of her child still has some unresolved feelings toward her. Ty and Michelle both are blindsided by the danger lurking around them and threatening their w...

Nick Johnson has always been an underachieving, borderline alcoholic … buthe soon finds himself in over his head.When his affair with Vickie, an unhappily married homemaker, results in anaccidental pregnancy. Vickie abandons Nick, leaving him to raise their biracialdaughter, Lynn, alone. Overwhelmed by the difficulties of single fatherhood andseeking comfort and help for himself in that stressful journey, Nick datesnumerous women who will change hi...

Michelle is a struggling single mother, but with all things considered, she is making it. Accepting her responsibility as such makes it easier to deal with the sub-par help she gets from the father of her child. Working as a paramedic, she loves her job and her son. It only takes one call while on duty to change not only her outlook on things but, her life as a whole.Ty’Kym is not a man looking for anything with a woman that involves a conversation or even a return phone call. His ...

Former NBA All-Star Caron Butler and acclaimed author Justin A. Reynolds tip off the first book in a new middle grade series about a young boy trying to make his mark on an AAU basketball team coached by a former NBA star in his hometown. Perfect for fans of The Crossover and the Track series. A Junior Library Guild Selection!Tony loves basketball. But the game changed recently when his best friend, Dante, a hoops phenom, was killed by a police officer. To...