This book is a multidisciplinary study of the Indian Ocean region, bringing together perspectives from the disciplines of history, defense and strategic studies, cultural and religious studies, and environmental studies. From the earliest exchanges through Sumerian and Harappan trade, to emerging geopolitical alliances in the twenty-first century, this volume demonstrates both the continuity and change of the region as well as its unity and diversity. The expanse of this ocean and its litt...

A riveting spy thriller that's part James Bond, part Alex Rider, and all suspense from a hugely talented new author in Makayla Jackson!Zackary Blackwell was raised to obey.Trained under his father’s covert agency, SCORPION, he has become the perfect operative—disciplined, detached, and dangerously loyal. His newest mission: infiltrate INTI, a controversial CIA program that openly recruits and trains teenagers to become government spies.But ...

In "The Revolt of the Angels," Anatole France masterfully intertwines philosophical musings with elements of satire and fantasy, creating a richly layered narrative. Set against the backdrop of a tumultuous Parisian society, the novel follows the celestial revolt led by the angel Arcade, who challenges the divine order. France's literary style is characterized by eloquent prose and sharp wit, as he explores profound themes of free will, morality, and the constraints imposed by tradition. T...

In "The Shores of the Adriatic," F. Hamilton Jackson crafts a vivid and evocative narrative that transports readers to the enchanting landscapes and rich cultural tapestry of the Adriatic coast. Through lush descriptions and immersive prose, Jackson explores themes of identity, nostalgia, and the complexities of human relationships against the backdrop of a region steeped in history and beauty. His distinctive style marries lyrical elegance with keen social commentary, capturing not only t...

Movies, mansions, and murder in the Golden Age of Hollywood! Teri Bailey Black's Chasing Starlight is a historical mystery from the author of Girl at the Grave**, winner of the Thriller Award for Best Young Adult Novel.**1938. The Golden Age of Hollywood. Palm trees and movie stars. Film studios pumping out musicals and gangster films at a furious pace. Everyone wants to be a star...

*From the Viral Clark Atlanta University Commencement Speaker**From the Georgia Author of the Year Award Winner*The beloved author of Don’t Cry for Me and Perfect Peace returns with a poignant, emotionally exuberant novel about a young queer Black man finding his voice in 1980s Chicago—a novel of family, forgiveness and perseverance, for fans of The Great Believers and On Earth We're Briefly Gorgeous

Lyrical, poetic, and hypnotizing, The Coming tells the story of a people's capture and sojourn from their homeland across the Middle Passage—a traumatic trip that exposed the strength and resolve of the African spirit. Extreme conditions produce extraordinary insight, and only after being stripped of everything do they discover the unspeakable beauty they once took for granted. This powerful, haunting novel will shake listeners to their very souls.

*From the Viral Clark Atlanta University Commencement Speaker**From the Georgia Author of the Year Award Winner**A Zibby's Most Anticipated Book of 2023**A "Next Big Idea Club" Must-Read Book for January**An Essence "Books by Black Authors to Read This Winter" Pick**An Ebony Entertainment "Required Reading" Book for January**A Lambda Literary "Mos...

Millenia Black, celebrated author of The Great Pretender (CF183), writes about the complexity of relationships with masterful insight. The Great Betrayal is an emotionally charged, irresistibly sensual tale of duplicity. Leslie Cavanaugh enjoys the perfect life in West Palm, Florida. She has the best husband, daughter, and career anyone could ask for. Yet when her shameful past is exposed, she and everyone she holds dear are soon caught in a dramatic maelstrom.

Would Jesus Attend Church Today?Among the top ten trends that are changing American life, Time magazine recently listed a rising dissatisfaction with organized religion. Though many people today like Jesus, they are growing tired of traditional religious institutions. Even those who follow Jesus aren't so sure they always like what Christianity and the church represent.For many years, Dan Kimball would have agreed, until an encounter with a small group of J...

Everyday Kindness is a charity anthology of short, fictional stories of kindness, edited by LJ Ross. These uplifting tales of hope and of small, everyday kindnesses are intended to support wider, positive mental health goals and foster wellbeing through the act of reading tales of goodwill inspired by others. Featuring authors across the spectrum of literature, some international bestsellers and award-winning writers amongst them, this is a unique collection of words.Proceeds from ...

**Named a Best Book of the Year by The New Yorker, People, Los Angeles Times, NPR, and moreWinner of France’s Prix du Premier Roman Étranger“An inventive ode to self-determination and also a surrealistic vision of Black life as forged within the crucible of American history . . . [written in] lush, ornamental prose.” —The New Yorker“Fans of The Underground Railroad, The Water Dancer, and Let Us Descend w...