This book presents a captivating exploration of the often-overlooked experiences, challenges, and enduring triumphs of black farmers in America.This book examines the historical roots, present-day realities, and future possibilities of Black farming in the United States through the lens of equity, land, and local food systems. Tracing Black agriculture from slavery and Reconstruction to contemporary struggles and innovations, it reveals how discriminatory policies, land dispossessi...

10 Resolutions. 2 Friends. 1 Shot At LoveI’ll admit, having nine New Year's resolutions makes me twitchy. After all, I’m Allison Gottlieb; overthinker, overachiever, hot mess extraordinaire. I’ve spent my entire life trying to be the best but for some reason, I’ve always fallen short. When a near meltdown (and maybe too much champagne) lands me in front of an old friend, things finally start looking up.If Mateo Ramirez, personal trainer, self-discipline junkie, and the Inte...

Jessica is afraid of crowds. But her long-time hidden crush,Jason Henderson, needs a big favor. He's also her brother's best friend. The three of them had grown up together.What's the favor?Jason is doing a exposee on the local couples only club and he needs a companion.To make matters worse, Jessica has a fear of crowds. And now her high school crush wants to take her to a place where crowds of people are having sex in public!What's a girl to do?Thi...

At just seven years old, Mya experienced something that would change her life forever-a remarkable glimpse of heaven that filled her heart with hope, peace, and an unshakable faith in Jesus Christ. Now, as a young teenager, she shares her story with honesty, courage, and the heartfelt desire to encourage others.In this inspiring true account, readers are invited to journey alongside Mya as she reflects on her extraordinary experience and the lasting impact it has had on her life. H...

"Terrarium Craftsmanship: A Complete Guide to Crafting Miniature Green Worlds" is your ultimate companion for unlocking the enchanting art of terrarium creation. This comprehensive guide is designed to empower both beginners and seasoned enthusiasts with the knowledge and skills to craft stunning, self-contained ecosystems within glass. Inside, you'll discover step-by-step instructions, creative ideas, and expert tips to help you design and cultivate miniature green havens. From selecting ...

Have you ever wondered what it would be like to share your home with an unearthly spirit who can't find closure? Living on the edge of a cemetery with souls dating back to the 1700s would be enough to spook anyone, but Naomi finds it oddly romantic, and becomes inspired to write her next novel. Why not, when her muse, Maggie, calls to her from beyond her own window?After all, the story couldn't possibly be as complicated as Naomi's own love life. Torn between Ryan, the mysterious a...

Lexis had everything, beauty, grace and a powerful coven, but through a feat of arrogance, he loses it all. Even his sight and his freedom are taken from him. Imprisoned and humiliated by humans, Lexis sinks into a depression so thick that not even a chance at freedom is welcomed. A headstrong werewolf, Bryce frees the broken vampire from his cell and back into life. Despite Lexis' resistance, Bryce shows the vampire that weakness only enhances strength and that to him, he has an unnatural...

It all started with a woman and a lighthouse. The House that Adelia Built spins a tale full of love, lies, and betrayal at the hands of a man Adelia calls Augustus—her own husband.In the late 1800s, Augustus finds a job as lighthouse keeper on a beautiful, but isolated island. He can't wait to bring his new bride home to the lighthouse, set on majestic bluffs, which have laid claim to many shipwrecks.Augustus soon suffers from the effects of self-induced isolation, as Adelia ...

Colors in Darkness, the premiere online site for dark fiction authors of color presents its first anthology!Amid the upheaval of the 1960s, the Kretcher Motel opened in a poor, desolate part of Atlanta. It still serves its original purpose: to lure those souls who are lost, who are troubled, who are evil…to itself. Check in to view these thirteen dark tales of horror, betrayal, fear, and wickedness, all featuring characters of color. You may never want to leave.The Thing in...

British-Bangladeshi birder, environmentalist and activist Mya-Rose Craig is an international force. In her moving memoir, Birdgirl, she chronicles her mother’s struggle with mental illness, and shares her passion for social justice and fierce dedication to preserving our planet.Meet Mya-Rose – otherwise known as “Birdgirl.” In her words: “Birdwatching has never felt like a hobby, or a pastime I can pick up and put down, but a thread running through the pat...

What happens when Detective Miriam Marty shields her heart from the past and comes face to face with a serial killer? The plain and simple answer is trouble; but with Miriam Marty, there's always more to the story and it's never simple.Miriam bleeds integrity with a tough as nails exterior that permits only a few trusted people inside of her world. After spending years building up the walls that have sheltered Miriam from her past, Jesse, the only man she's ever loved, makes an unex...

She fights for justice; he bends the rules. Together, they break all of them in this scandalously sexy legal drama.Soon after passing the bar exam, Talia Tate is tasked to assist her father, the head of Tate & Associates, with the controversial State v. Duncan trial. Talia is determined to prove to her father, the firm, and herself that she is a brilliant lawyer worthy of respect. Her stress hits a fever pitch when she realizes she’ll have an unexpected fa...