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Salvation: A Vision for Black Love and Community bell hooks explores the complex meaning of love in American culture, delving into topics such as relationships, marriage, art, literature, liberation...

Danielle Prescod's memoir, Token Black Girl, is a refreshingly frank account of her experiences growing up Black in an elite and overwhelmingly white community. Her identity was often made invisible...

The Black Cat and Other Tales by Edgar Allan Poe is a collection of 14 short stories that showcase the author's mastery of the dark and mysterious. Within these pages, you'll find tales of horror,...

A body is found in a hotel room, sparking a media frenzy. The LAPD declare the death a suicide, but Harry Bosch is not convinced. As he delves deeper into the case, he uncovers a web of secrets and...

Black Beauty is a heart-wrenching tale of a young colt's journey through life, from the freedom of the open meadows to the hardships of hard labour and cruelty.With a strong spirit and unbreakable...

This beautifully illustrated hardback edition of Black Beauty is an ideal introduction to this story for young readers. Sensitive abridgement and retelling make it suitable for sharing with children...

Mouse Guard 3: The Black Axe is the third collected volume of a critically acclaimed fantasy comic series. This beautifully illustrated tale follows Celanawe, a wise oldfur and longtime Mouse Guard...

M is for Melanin: a Celebration of the Black ChildThis empowering alphabet book teaches kids their ABC while celebrating black children. Each letter of the alphabet contains affirming, black-positive...

The Broken God: Book Three of the Black Iron Legacy by Gareth Hanrahan In the city of Guerdon, the fragile armistice between three occupying powers holds back the gods, but other forces seek to exert...

Black and Great: The Careers Manifesto offers a unique perspective on career success from a diverse range of Black British professionals. Featuring open letters and interviews with over 20 successful...

The Bible's original roots are rooted in the heritage of sacred Black history. This book guides you to explore the contributions of Black people that God placed in Scripture, highlighting their...

Black Car Burning by Helen Mort is a powerful exploration of trauma, trust and healing set against the backdrop of Sheffield's urban landscape.The novel follows two women, Alexa and Caron, as they...

Red to Black by Alex Dryden In the aftermath of the Cold War, a sinister plot is unearthed that threatens the freedom of Europe. A former spy must go into hiding to prevent a resurgent superpower...

Understanding "Blackness" in Latin America and the Caribbean requires a critical examination of the paradigms that have emerged from Euro-American racism and black liberation over the past five...

This book tells the story of Black disabled artists who have made significant contributions to various art forms. From street performers to studio artists, their work has been shaped by their...

The Black Arts: A Concise History of Witchcraft, Demonology, Astrology, Alchemy, and Other Mystical Practices Throughout the AgesThis 50th anniversary edition explores the practice, theory, and...

Emergent Quilombos: Black Life and Hip-Hop in Brazil by Bryce Henson explores how disenfranchised Black Brazilians use hip-hop to reinvigorate the Black radical tradition. In Salvador da Bahia, a...

The Necronomicon Black Magic of Primary Forces offers a glimpse into the world of Black Magic, a practice that has captivated many due to its promise of strength and superiority. This ancient art...

Comprehensive instruction in black and white photography is provided in this manual. Widely used at leading universities and continuing education programs, it offers a thorough guide to every element...

The Golden Arches in Black America by Marcia Chatelain is a stunning exploration of how fast food became one of the greatest generators of black wealth in America. This history reveals the complex...

The third installment in the Black Moon Trilogy brings together the misadventures of Seth, Myla, and Fings as they navigate the aftermath of their previous escapades. With the Wraiths' army of the...

The Boy in the Black Suit by Jason Reynolds is a poignant and powerful story about a young boy's struggle to cope with loss and loneliness. Matt wears a black suit every day, not just as a fashion...

The Princess in Black: Three Monster-Battling Adventures Books 4-6 is a boxed set of early chapter books that follow the adventures of Princess Magnolia and her alter ego, the Princess in Black...

The Treasure of the Black Swan A gripping graphic novel that combines elements of adventure, politics and romance. When an American treasure-hunting company uncovers a shipwreck containing a vast...

Britain's Black Regiments Fighting for Empire and Equality by Barry Renfrew The story of Britain's black regiments is one of war, hardship and remarkable fortitude. For decades, these soldiers were...

The Cult of the Black Virgin by Ean Begg explores the intriguing phenomenon of images depicting the Madonna with black faces and hands. These enigmatic icons are often overlooked, yet they hold...

A second-chance romance about love, loss and finding yourself, "The Devil Wears Black" by L.J. Shen is a story about getting lost in the right person. Maddie Goldbloom has built a life of perfection,...

The Black Mad Wheel plunges us into a world of psychological horror, where nothing is as it seems. A once-famous band, desperate for inspiration, embarks on a perilous journey through the African...

The Black Press: A Collection of Essays on African American Journalism and Culture. In the United States, journalism was a vital means for black scholars, writers, and artists to reach their...

The Black British Quiz Book by Prtyhere is a fun and entertaining quiz book that tests your knowledge on all things Black and British. With rounds covering music, sport, history, geography, and more,...

Makeda June Kirkland is an eleven-year-old girl who feels like a question mark. Adopted and black, she navigates a world where her family's skin tone doesn't match hers. When Makeda's family moves...

There's a new witch in town! Life takes an unexpected turn when twelve-year-old Effie discovers her family's magical powers. She moves into their gigantic house, sensing that something is amiss. As...

Black Theology: an introduction to this dynamic and diverse movement that explores the intersection of faith and identity.This accessible text examines the impact of 'race', ethnicity, difference,...

Thomas Kochman's Black and White Styles in Conflict explores the tensions between different cultural values, shedding light on the complexities of black culture and its place within the broader...

The Peoples Temple and Black Religion in America explores a pivotal moment in American history. In 1978, the Peoples Temple movement ended in tragedy, claiming over 900 lives in Jonestown, Guyana...

Published to coincide with the fiftieth anniversary of the Black Panther Party's founding, this special edition features a new preface by the authors. In 1966, community college students Bobby Seale...

Black Out Silhouettes Then and Now by Asma Naeem explores the complex historical and social underpinnings of silhouette portraits in America. This richly illustrated volume examines the development...

Black Meme: A History of The Images That Make Us by Legacy Russell A groundbreaking exploration of the role of Black imagery in shaping our understanding of visual culture and technology. This book...

First published in 1877, Black Beauty is a story of a horse's life, told in the form of an autobiography. The gentle thoroughbred recounts its experiences, from being treated well to facing testing...

Discover the untold story of Black people living and working in Tudor England. A new history that brings to life the remarkable stories of Africans who lived free in this period. From long-forgotten...

The Stars and the Blackness Between Them is a powerful debut novel by Junauda Petrus. Told in two distinct voices, this bold and lyrical story follows two black girls from different backgrounds as...

The Ghost of Black Rock Castle is the first story in 'The Jess Mystery Series'. On a school trip to Black Rock Castle, Class Three from Oakhill Primary School experience a series of spooky events...

CLR James's groundbreaking work on the Haitian slave revolt and its connection to the French Revolution. In this seminal study, CLR James sought to understand two central questions: why the Haitian...

Claire's life has been forever changed by Adam's death. She struggles to adjust to her new reality, with school and work providing little comfort. But there is still one constant threat: an angry...

Black Betty Volume 1 collects the first four issues of this horror-comic series. Black Betty has made a living killing monsters with her own unique style. When a man's daughter is kidnapped by a...

Railways of the Black Country by Steve Burdett is a photographic tour that explores the region's industrial heritage. Following the Beeching Report, which decimated many railway lines in the area,...

Black Magick Volume 3: Ascension I is the latest installment in a chilling witchcraft cop saga by New York Times bestselling creators Greg Rucka and Nicola Scott. The boundaries between Rowan Black's...

Daughter of the Sea by Elisabeth Hobbes is a captivating romance that unfolds against the windswept backdrop of a British coastline. A mysterious gift from the sea sets off a chain of events that...

Apple Black, Volume 4 Holy Spectre is set against a backdrop of treachery and betrayal. Sano's journey as the world's savior, known as the Trinity, takes him to Black Bottom Island's guild for young...

Blacks and Religion Volume Two challenges the common narrative that Black people have been excluded from the history of major religions. This book presents a new perspective, exploring the...

Android for the BeagleBone Black provides an introduction to using the Android OS on the BeagleBone Black hardware platform. You'll learn how to install and configure Android, as well as prepare your...

Living with a Black Dog is a heartwarming and humorous guide to supporting someone with depression. Written by Matthew Johnstone and his wife Ainsley, this book offers a unique and empathetic...

Black and Great: The Careers Manifesto offers a unique perspective on career success from Black British professionals who have excelled in various fields. Through open letters and interviews, these...

Scott Wilson's Melancology explores the musical genre black metal as a form of environmental writing that 'blackens' the cosmos. This concept combines 'black' and 'ecology' to create melancology, a...

The Black Flamingo is a powerful coming-of-age verse novel about identity and the power of drag. Michael's journey to self-discovery is a raw and honest exploration of what it means to be...

Black Holes is an accessible exploration of this fascinating phenomenon. A region of spacetime so curved by gravity that even light cannot escape it, black holes are a complex and intriguing subject...

The Last Black Unicorn by Tiffany Haddish is a sidesplitting and unflinching collection of personal essays that showcase the author's fearless honesty. Born in one of South Central Los Angeles'...

The Black Velvet Coat A Novel by Jill G. Hall A young artist's life is turned upside down when she discovers a mysterious coat with a hidden key, leading her to create her best work yet and uncover...

The Women of Orphan Black: Faces of the Feminist Spectrum by Valerie Estelle Frankel explores the complex and multifaceted world of clones in science fiction. Through a feminist lens, this book...

The Black Country in the West Midlands has a rich history that extends far beyond its industrial heritage. This fascinating region, covering Dudley, Wolverhampton, Walsall and Sandwell, is home to...

Two men and a woman walk the bardo, a dark afterlife between death and rebirth. To pass the time, they tell each other stories about their post-apocalyptic world, filled with mutant creatures,...

Digital Black Feminism explores the complex relationship between technology and Black feminist thought. Catherine Knight Steele argues that this connection has its roots in the history of Black...

The Black Testament by Michael Penning Haunted by her mother's tragic loss, Anna Jacobs carries on their ghost-hunting legacy alone. A cryptic message from beyond the grave leads her to an abandoned...

Elizabeth Alexander's essays explore the diverse world of contemporary African American artistic life, examining the roles of prominent figures such as Gwendolyn Brooks and Langston Hughes alongside...

Frank lies in bed, his dying dreams haunted by memories of one long-ago summer. As he struggles to come to terms with his past, dark images rise to the surface, forcing him to confront the truth...

Black Elk Speaks: A Visionary's Story for All Humanity. This powerful and inspirational message shares the story of Nicholas Black Elk, an Oglala Lakota visionary and healer, and his people during...

The Oxford Book of Choral Music by Black Composers brings together 35 works by black composers from the United States and Europe, spanning the 16th to 19th centuries. This collection showcases a...

Black Holes and Anti-Matter: Unveiling the Nature of Space. This book explores the mysterious world of black holes and anti-matter, revealing their true nature through the lens of quantum physics,...

Black Magic: How to Be a Bad Witch by Lily Hart is a refreshingly honest guide to embracing your inner villain. For centuries, black magic has been misunderstood as a means to spread evil, but what...

A powerful celebration of Black homeownership, featuring inspiring homes and family histories. In "AphroChic", Jeanine Hays and Bryan Mason explore the role of the Black family home as haven,...

The Souls of Black Folk by W. E. B. Du Bois is a seminal work that explores the experiences of African-Americans in American society. First published in 1903, this groundbreaking book contains...

Galaxy's Edge Black Spire is set on the planet Batuu, a world at the edge of the galaxy where the mysterious expanse of Wild Space begins. The largest settlement on the planet, Black Spire Outpost,...

Black People in the British Empire challenges the traditional narrative of British history by revealing the exploitation and oppression of Britain's subject peoples in its colonies. Peter Fryer...

The History and Art of Black Hair explores the complex relationship between black hair and society. This catalogue synthesises research in history, fashion, art, and visual culture to reassess the...

The Black Book of Retirement by Keith Dewick is a humorous exploration of life before and after retirement. This lighthearted guide offers a series of observations on the experiences that come with...

This debut novel tells a powerful story about being young and black in London. With a tough-tender voice, it explores themes of identity, music and coming-of-age.The book follows the lives of two...

Black Lake Manor by Guy Morpuss is a gripping mystery that follows part-time constable Ella Manning as she investigates her ex-fiancé's murder at his mansion in the remote town of Black Lake. When...

Christmas 2015 marked the publication of this debut fiction novel. Set in an unnamed region, the story revolves around Maddie and Harry, who claim to live there. They recount their encounters with...

Grown: the Black Girls' Guide to Glowing Up is a fully illustrated guide to navigating life as a Black teenage girl. Written with one thing in mind - you - Natalie A. Carter and Melissa...

The fifth instalment in Gorean Adventures for the Tales of Gor RPG line. This adventure has our adventurers protecting a slaver who has been marked for assassination by the mysterious black caste...

The Black Girl's Guide to Healing Emotional Wounds Devotional by Nijiama Smalls offers a personal and reflective journey towards healing from emotional wounds. Drawing on her own experiences, Smalls...

W.E.B Du Bois' The Souls of Black Folk is a seminal work in sociology and American literature that explores the complex issues of racism and black identity in America. Written by Jason Xidias, this...

Haiti: The First Black Republic tells the story of the country's fall and rise to independence. This historical work highlights the key figures and actions that led to Haiti becoming the first black...

The Flowering is the thirtieth title in the Black Shuck SHADOWS series from Black Shuck Books. This collection features a selection of peculiar tales from the best in horror and speculative fiction...

The Mormon Church and Blacks: A Documentary History By Matthew L. Harris and Newell G. Bringhurst This 2015 publication presents thirty official statements from The Church of Jesus Christ of...

The Color Pynk: Black Femme Art for SurvivalA passionate exploration of Black femme poetics of survival, this book argues that creative work by Black queer, cis-, and transfemmes offers a distinctive...

Twisted: A deeply personal and historically rich exploration of black hair culture, revealing the ways in which it has been appropriated and stigmatized throughout history. Emma Dabiri's journey to...

Black Noise: Rap Music and Black Culture in Contemporary America by Tricia Rose explores the complex world of rap music, delving into its lyrics, music, cultures, themes, and styles. A comprehensive...

Spoken word poet Jasmine Mans presents an unforgettable poetry collection about race, feminism, and queer identity. With echoes of Gwendolyn Brooks and Sonia Sanchez, Mans writes to call herself-and...

Cats on Film in Black & White is a comprehensive exploration of the narrative functions of cats in film. Critic and novelist Anne Billson examines the appearances of cats in one hundred films, from...

Twelve-year-old Emmy is sent to a prestigious British boarding school, Wellsworth, after her father's disappearance years ago. She soon discovers that her new home holds secrets and mysteries waiting...

Set against the backdrop of Scotland's 18th-century coast, Black Water is a gripping tale of survival and adventure.In 1792, twelve-year-old Henry finds himself at the forefront of a mission to...

The Blackademic Life critically examines academic fiction produced by black writers. Lavelle Porter evaluates how literature reflects the experiences and perspectives of black intellectuals in higher...

Thirteen Ways of Looking at a Black Man by Henry Louis Gates, Jr. This collection of stories explores the lives of remarkable men who have shaped the world despite their modest beginnings. From...

Set against the backdrop of some of the darkest events of recent world history, Black Water is an epic novel that explores the complexities of human relationships and the moral ambiguities of war.The...

Rhapsody in Black by Michelle Grahame is a heart-wrenching love story about two people who find each other, only to have their happiness torn apart by tragedy and jealousy. When Emma meets Dominic,...

A poignant and humorous tale of love, loss, and life's little struggles is set against the backdrop of a bustling department store. Madeleine St John's novel follows the lives of the women who work...

Learn about Quimbanda, a Brazilian style of voodoo, and discover how to work magick using Exu spirits and Pomba-Gira spirits. This comprehensive guide covers the history and practices of this unique...

The Heart of the Race: A powerful corrective to Britain's history from which black women have long been excluded. This book reclaims and records the day-to-day struggles, experiences, and personal...

This guide offers valuable insights into writing Black characters with authenticity and respect. Written by several Black editors and sensitivity readers from Salt & Sage Books, it provides essential...