Bøger om African American people

An award-winning journalist, TV political analyst, and creator of theGrio documentary, Afro-Latinx Revolution: Puerto Rico, recounts her experiences as an African American and Puerto Rican woman, reflecting on her improbable journey from Syracuse to Harvard, hedge fund boardrooms to newsrooms, and beyond in pursuit of America's infinite opportunities. Part inspiring memoir, part cultural analysis, with remarkable self-determination, Natasha S. Alford shows why the movement to recognize Afro-Latin identity illuminates shared struggles across the Black diaspora and often overlooked history.Award-winning journalist Natasha S. Alford grew up between two worlds as the daughter of an African American father and Puerto Rican mother. In American Negra, a narrative that is part memoir, part cultural analysis, Alford reflects on growing up as a Black Latina in a working-class family from the city of Syracuse.In smart, vivid prose, Alford illustrates the complexity of being multiethnic in Upstate New York and society's flawed teachings about matters of identity. When she travels to Puerto Rico for the first time, she is the darkest in her family, and navigates shame for not speaking Spanish fluently. She visits African-American hair salons where she's told that she has "good" hair, while internalizing images from Spanish-language media that she has "bad" hair or pelo malo. When Alford goes from an underfunded public school system to Harvard University surrounded by privilege and pedigree, she wrestles with more than her own ethnic identity, as she is faced with imposter syndrome, and a struggle to define success on her own terms. A study abroad trip to the Dominican Republic changes her perspective on being Afro-Latina and sets her on a path to better understand her own Latin roots.Alford then embarks on a whirlwind journey to find her authentic voice, taking her across the United States from a hedge fund boardroom to a classroom and ultimately a newsroom, as a journalist. A coming-of-age story about what it's like to live at the intersections of race, culture, and class, while staying true to yourself, American Negra is a captivating look at what it means to be both Black and Negra in the United States. As a growing movement to embrace Afro-Latino identity gains recognition, American Negra illustrates the diversity of the Afro-Latin experience in the larger fabric of American society.

The acclaimed author of The Secret Women and Things Past Telling returns with an engrossing historical novel about a little known aspect of World War II--the 6888th Central Postal Directory Battalion, the only Black WACs to serve overseas during the conflict. In the wake of the attack on Pearl Harbor in December 1941, Dorothy Thom, Spelman graduate, librarian and Francophile, joins the Women's Army Corps wanting to do her part for the war effort. Longing for adventure, she has one question for the recruiter: "Do you think I'll get to go abroad?"As Dorothy and her sister WACs discover, life in the Army is an adventure filled with unexpected deprivations and culture shock. Women from all levels of society, secretaries, teachers, and sharecroppers, work together to navigate a military segregated by race and gender. At boot camp, the "colored girls" are separated for processing. At Ft. Riley, the women's barracks are rustic and heated by coal-burning pot-bellied stoves while German POWs spend their incarceration in buildings with central heat and hot water.In early 1945, Dorothy and eight hundred African American WACs cross the turbulent North Atlantic to their post in England. Their orders are to process the mail sent to GIs from their loved ones back home, an estimated 17 million pieces. The women arrive to find mail stockpiled for over two years in warehouses and airplane hangars, many pieces in poor condition, the names illegible. In England and France, the WACs traverse a landscape of unimagined possibilities. With their outlooks changed forever, they return to the United States as the catalysts for change in America and build lives that transcend anything their ancestors ever dreamed of. No Better Time illuminates a love of country and duty that has been overlooked until now.

Jonah's Gourd Vine, Zora Neale Hurston's first novel, originally published in 1934, tells the story of John Buddy Pearson, "a living exultation" of a young man who loves too many women for his own good. Lucy, his long-suffering wife, is his true love, but there's also Mehaley and Big 'Oman, as well as the scheming Hattie, who conjures hoodoo spells to ensure his attentions. Even after becoming the popular pastor of Zion Hope, where his sermons and prayers for cleansing rouse the congregation's fervor, John has to confess that though he is a preacher on Sundays, he is a "natchel man" the rest of the week. And so in this sympathetic portrait of a man and his community, Zora Neale Hurston shows that faith, tolerance, and good intentions cannot resolve the tension between the spiritual and the physical. That she makes this age-old dilemma come so alive is a tribute to her understanding of the vagaries of human nature.

Step into the vibrant realm of womanhood with "Grown Woman," a poetic journey crafted by yours truly, Crystal Symone. Brace yourself for a mind-expanding experience as my words weave through the truths that define the essence of being a woman in today's world. This collection of poems is my exploration, a deep dive into the stages of womanhood that resonate with the shared experiences we all navigate. Let's embark on this poetic adventure together, where I delve into the raw, real, and sometimes messy facets of growth, unveiling the strength and potential within every woman. "Grown Woman" is not just a book; it's my voice, my perspective, and an ode to the beautiful chaos of becoming.

Specializing in Cuts, Weaves, Manicures, Pedicures. . . and Passion. Della's House of Style is back at an attractive $9.99 price!Rochelle Alers' Sweet SurrenderManicurist Maria Parker can't help but notice when a hunky financial planner brings his niece into Della's for a manicure. And when he starts to frequent the salon himself for manicures from Maria, she's pretty sure he has more than cuticles on his mind...Donna Hill's It Could Happen to YouWhen Della turned Rosie's Curl and Weave into Della's House of Style, a few things managed to slip through the cracks-and now she's under fire by the IRS. When a by-the-book IRS agent comes to investigate, Della is infuriated by his presence in the salon-and reluctant to admit that she's growing more than a little used to it...Felicia Mason's Truly, HonestlyHigh-maintenance investment banker Sheila needs some serious pampering. On a whim, she decides to get a shoulder-length weave at Della's House of Style, and afterwards visits the salon's lounge, where a sexy D.J. has a song in mind for her...Francis Ray's A Matter of TrustSingle mother Hope Lassiter, once a critically acclaimed actress, is now a cosmetologist at Della's House of Style. When a handsome director tries to woo her back to the stage, Hope has to wonder if his intentions are more than professional...

The intelligent girl with the special navigator bracelet has returned to her school in her second adventure to teach children a unique approach to dealing with bullies. Along the she explains her travels to an important event in history that relates directly to what the children at school face. By the time she is finished every student and teacher has gained a new insight and sense of direction.

""Main Street,"" the classic novel by Sinclair Lewis, isn't just a SINCLAIR LEWISbook - it's a one-way ticket to Gopher Prairie, a town soquintessentially Midwestern that even the cornstalks have anopinion on proper decorum. Follow the adventures (ormisadventures) of Carol Kennicott, a city girl with dreams biggerthan her new husband's medical practice, as she takes on small-town life with the enthusiasm of a squirrel at a nut festival. Butbeware, Gopher Prairie isn't just any sleepy town; it's a placewhere the local gossip travels faster than light and conformity isthe favorite dish served at every potluck. Lewis's razor-sharp witcuts through the American heartland like a hot knife throughbutter, serving up a delightful satire that's as refreshing as a coldglass of lemonade on a hot July day. Buckle up, because ""MainStreet"" is about to take you on a rollicking ride through the highsand lows of trying to repaint a town that's perfectly content withits shades of beige.

""Explore the intricate tapestry of early 20th-century Europethrough the eyes of Ford Madox Ford in 'Some Do Not...', thefirst volume of his acclaimed 'Parade's End' series. Thismasterfully written novel delves into the complexities of love,duty, and the inevitable change brought by the First World War.Set against a backdrop of tumultuous societal shifts, the storyfollows Christopher Tietjens, a man of principles caught in thecrossfire of personal and political turmoil. Witness Tietjens'journey as he navigates the challenges of a changing world, tornbetween his traditional values and the new realities of themodern era. Ford's exquisite prose and deep understanding ofhuman nature make 'Some Do Not...' a timeless classic, offeringa poignant reflection on the clash between old and new. A must-read for lovers of historical fiction and those intrigued by thesubtleties of human relationships amidst great historicalupheavals.""

The task was simple- decide whether Yazmyne Murray's party planning business was the right fit for the event Noah Volley wanted to give his game designing brother. Then, he met her, and everything changed. Yazmyne Murray was a light that had sifted into the darkness of Noah's world with an ease that had him reeling. He didn't want to lose her but was hesitant to pursue her. New loves met swift ends in the Volley realm. To have Yazmyne become one of the latest casualties was a thing Noah could not risk.Circumstance was a tricky thing, though. Yaz's reaction to a photo in Noah's office starts a chain reaction that electrifies everything- from their undeniable connection, to the unraveling of secrets that outdated them both.

I am not a pastor, and I am not a teacher. I am a poet, who was called by the Lord to write prose poetry about my Lord and Savior Jesus Christ. I don't try to figure out life's ups and downs, and I don't try to analyze theories and make educated guesses because the Lord has called me to be a poet. I am a Christian poet who wants to give encouragement to broken people like me who need the Lord in their lives every day. I am not a philosopher, and I am not a theologian, I am only a poet called by the Lord to write prose poetry to help anyone to believe in Jesus Christ and be saved. The Lord called me to be one of His poets, not to try to figure out the heart that Jesus knows completely every day. I just don't know what kind of prose poem the Holy Spirit will inspire me to write to uplift Jesus' holy name.I am only a poet, not a prophet. My poems come from the Lord, who can move mountains of problems out of people's lives.

Now that the lovely ladies of the night who danced for MICHEAL from city to city had embedded their signature into the heads and mouths of the many men they encountered along the way, they never knew that death was right around the corner, nor that the Devil had a hold on the necks of some of the ladies they danced with. Not only were they in immediate danger, but so were the many beautiful women who shared Michael's bed and his lonely heart. Micheal is just about to find out the hard way when he is told that the lovely vixen Sharon Conoly has been kidnapped and the ransom is an astronomical amount of money that meant nothing to him. Just as long as Sharon and his unborn child are returned safely. Simple huh?But nothing that deals with THE MURDER QUEENS is ever simple! And death is always close by.

Learn about the inspiring life and career of professional football player and activist Colin Kaepernick in the new Who HQ Now format featuring newsmakers and trending topics.On August 14, 2016, NFL quarterback Colin Kaepernick began a protest when he refused to stand for the national anthem. He wanted to make a statement about the oppression of people of color in the United States after he had spent a summer speaking out against police brutality. After playing professional football for six seasons, that would become Colin Kaepernick's last season in the NFL, but he would go on to become one of the most prominent activists of today. Colin believed that speaking out against racism was far bigger than football, and other athletes agreed with him. Today, hundreds of athletes-from high schools to professional teams-still kneel during the national anthem to protest the treatment of people of color in America. This is Colin Kaepernick's story.

P.I. Leonid McGill isn't usually one to refuse a case. But when Hiram Stent, a man down on his luck, begs him to find a cousin who is about to inherit millions of dollars, he senses something fishy. His instincts prove right: The night after he turns Hiram away, Hiram is found dead and Leonid's office is broken into. Feeling partly responsible for this bizarre turn of events, Leonid is forced to open an investigation that will pull him into the lurid history of an old-money New York family.Leonid's personal life is no less troubling. As his wife recovers in an uptown sanatorium from a suicide attempt, his mistress's conscience kicks in. To further complicate matters, the stunning Marella Herzog, as irresistible as she is dangerous, walks into his life-the perfect wrong woman at just the right time.

EllRay Jakes finally grows up (a little) by playing basketball in this ninth book in the series. There's a new game in town-basketball! Or in Ellray's case, pre-basketball. Coach Havens has all the third graders dribbling, passing, and shooting, and he's quick to compliment EllRay's skills. No one else seems to notice them, however, and as 'the shortest kid in the class,' EllRay is still chosen last for teams at recess. What's a short guy gotta do to get noticed?? When EllRay comes up with a plan that involves the off-limits teacher's lounge, everyone does a double take! PRAISE FOR THE ELLRAY JAKES SERIES:"Warner is a dead-on observer of playground politics, and has a great ear for dialogue."-School Library Journal on EllRay Jakes Is Not a Chicken!"...ideal for reluctant readers."-Booklist on EllRay Jakes Is Not a Chicken!"Young readers can identify with EllRay, who is neither a bad seed nor a goody-two-shoes; he and his sense of humor are just right."-Kirkus on EllRay Jakes Is a Rock Star!"The EllRay Jakes stories are just right for his real-life peers."-Kirkus on EllRay Jakes Walks the Plank

"Embark on a riveting journey with 'Kwaku Ananse: The Antichrist,' a spellbinding tale that weaves ancient prophecy with modern intrigue. Meet Kwaku Ananse, a seemingly ordinary figure destined to be the messiah, yet his path is shrouded in controversy. As whispers of prophecy surround him, some hail him as the chosen one, while others brand him the Antichrist. Follow Kwaku's odyssey as he undergoes profound training, only to discover the astonishing truth about his destiny - the messiah destined to shape the fate of the world. This thought-provoking narrative challenges perceptions and blurs the lines between good and evil in a mesmerizing exploration of destiny, power, and the ultimate cosmic balance."

In this personal story of becoming, belonging and being seen, a psychiatry resident pulls back the curtain on the journey to becoming a doctor.From childhood, Chika Oriuwa dreamed of being a doctor. She knew that she was destined to wear the white coat one day, no matter what it took. The high of being accepted to the University of Toronto's Temerty Faculty of Medicine in 2016 came crashing down when Oriuwa discovered she was the only Black student in her incoming class of 259 students. Oriuwa soon learned that medical school and a medical career are not immune to the systemic discrimination that permeates the fabric of our world. Interwoven with descriptions of on-the-ground medical training, personal moments of doubt and success, and reflections on mental health and family expectations, Unlike the Rest is the moving and inspiring story of a young doctor's journey through medical school and residency, where she found her calling in the science and in the patients, but also felt alone and lonely, and compelled to advocate for change, not only for those in training but for those in care. And while the risks in speaking up seemed great, to simply endure was unacceptable.If you've ever doubted that you belong or struggled to find your voice, Unlike the Rest will inspire you to stay true to yourself and fight for what you believe in.

Offers an interdisciplinary feminist framework for conceptualizing time and temporal justice as a form of reparation.

Explores the role of the South in Black queer lesbian experiences of hurting and healing.

Examines the reception of Brazil's most-canonized writer in the United States to shed light on questions of Blackness and hemispheric American experience.

La colección Trayectórias Musicales presenta un ensayo sobre su vida y obra junto con una entrevista exclusiva (2021) y una amplia discografía.

A cathartic poetic journey.Through the poems of Aderemi T. Adeyemi, you will see that like a free verse poem, there is no predetermined physical shape that our life must take. It is free to move as it dose. However, the thoughts that comes up in judgement of our circumstances do not have to be allowed to create the narrative. Instead we can watch thoughts come and go. Then choose to curate from our thoughts, and the emotions that follow them, the most beautiful verses of our experience and artfully make poetry from it all.

Keep up with the Duncan family down South as we travel to New Orleans in The Family Business 7. Operated by the same family for more than a century, Midnight Blues may be fun for the locals and the tourists, but as of late, the club hasn't been fun for its owner, Big Shirley Duncan, or her son Tyrese, descendants of the original proprietors. The pair finds themselves in the middle of a turf war between local politicians, developers, and a ruthless underworld boss, Jean LeBlanc, who is looking to make a name for himself. Afraid for the first time in her life that her family may lose control of The Blues, Big Shirley sends Tyrese to New York to see her brother-in-law, LC Duncan. In turn, LC enlists his nephew, bounty hunter Curtis Duncan, and his highly trained niece Lauryn Duncan, to help add some muscle and security to their family's struggling business.