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David Walker's Appeal is a landmark work of American history and letters, the most radical piece of writing by an African American in the nineteenth century. Startling in its intensity, unrelenting in its attacks on slavery and white racism, it alarmed Southern slaveholders, inspired Northern abolitionists, and hastened the sectional conflicts that led to the Civil War. In this new edition of the Appeal, the distinguished historian Sean Wilent...

The love story between Christopher Isherwood and Don Bachardy-in their own wordsThe English novelist and screenwriter Christopher Isherwood was already famous as the author of Goodbye to Berlin when he met Don Bachardy, a California teenager, on the beach in Santa Monica in 1952. Within a year, they began to live together as an openly gay couple, defying convention in the closeted world of Hollywood. Isherwood was forty-eight, Bachardy was eig...

With an introduction by Andrew Martin Fame, success, fortune, a drink problem slipping over the edge into alcoholism, a dead marriage, the incurable itches of middle-aged lust. For Wilfred Barclay, novelist, the final unbearable irritation is Professor Rick L. Tucker, implacable in his determination to become The Barclay Man. Locked in a lethal relationship they stumble across Europe, shedding wives, self-respect and illusions. The climax of t...

Stranded on the distant planet Tschai, young Adam Reith is the sole survivor of a space mission who discovers the world is inhabited--not only by warring alien cultures, but human slaves as well, taken early in Earth's history. Reith must find a way off planet to warn the Earth of Tschai's deadly existence.Against a backdrop of baroque cities and haunted wastelands, sumptuous palaces and riotous inns, Reith will encounter deadly wastrels and m...

From New York Times-bestselling author Libba Bray comes an evocative and groundbreaking young adult historical mystery that examines truth, rebellion, reconciliation, and what must be sacrificed for a better world. It was said that if you write to the Bridegroom's Oak, the love of your life will answer back. Now, the tree is giving up its secrets at last. In 1940s Germany, Sophie is excited to discover a message waiting for her in the Bridegro...

Civil rights icon Claudette Colvin teams up with Phillip Hoose¿author of the Newbery Honor and National Book Award-winning blockbuster biography Claudette Colvin: Twice Toward Justice¿to tell her groundbreaking story in this unforgettable picture book illustrated by New York Times¿bestselling artist Bea Jackson.

The second collection by "one of the most significant literary figures in the Caribbean" (The Globe and Mail).Assured but chance-inflected, ever rooted in the local but always world-aware, Console reconsiders languages, geographies, and memories as luminous soundscapes. With lyric dexterity, Colin Channer jolts old notions of New England, cross-fading from the Berkshires to Anguilla, from Connecticut to Senegal. A dissolve to the poet's childh...

From Christie Matheson and Anuska Allepuz comes a radiant picture book with a powerful message: you're never too small to make a difference. Featuring dreamy artwork, this makes for a beautiful gift for kids or graduates! Mouse feels all alone one dark and dreary night. She wonders if anybody else feels lonely, too. She's not sure if a single person can make a difference, but she decides to try. Mouse lit one light... and the result is magical...

A moving middle-grade debut about foster care, self-advocacy, and realizing that a found family is a real family.

Bursting with warmth and words of encouragement, this lyrical picture book celebrates growing up and believing in yourself¿the perfect gift for graduations, birthdays, the first day of school, and beyond.

J. S. Lemon¿s middle grade debut is an utterly transformative, fiercely original, and surprisingly funny story about consent, friendship, healing, and a beauty that transcends all else.

From indie-pop twin-sister duo Tegan and Sara and Eisner Award-winner Tillie Walden comes the second book in their bestselling contemporary middle grade graphic novel duology, all about crushes, crushing it, and being crushed by life in junior high¿perfect for fans of Raina Telgemeier's Sisters and Sweet Valley Twins.

Now in board book! A much beloved and timeless tale about showing kindness and the power of paying it forward, featuring a cast of animal characters -- perfect for toddlers, preschools, and as a baby shower gift. "Uh-oh. I'm lost, " a little duck says."I can help, " says a monkey, who swings down from a tree and points out Mama duck.>And so the fun begins in this beautifully-illustrated story by David Hyde Costello about how rewarding it is to...

From indie-pop twin-sister duo Tegan and Sara and Eisner Award-winner Tillie Walden comes the second book in their bestselling contemporary middle grade graphic novel duology, all about crushes, crushing it, and being crushed by life in junior high¿perfect for fans of Raina Telgemeier's Sisters and Sweet Valley Twins.

From the New York Times-bestselling author of All Boys Aren't Blue comes an empowering set of essays about Black and Queer icons from the Harlem Renaissance. In Flamboyants, George M. Johnson celebrates writers, performers, and activists from 1920s Black America whose sexualities have been obscured throughout history. Through 14 essays, Johnson reveals how American culture has been shaped by icons who are both Black andQueer - and whose storie...

Something evil is growing in this spine-tingling middle grade novel about a boy who must protect his neighborhood from a malevolent monster tree while dealing with the recent loss of his father.

With lyrical writing by Maggie C. Rudd and bright illustrations by Elisa Chavarri, The Days After Christmas is a joyful picture book that reminds us that magic and cheer can still be found even after the decorations are put away. Also features instructions for a post-holiday craft! In the days after ChristmasWhen you wake up in your bedAnd holiday memoriesFloat through your head... After the bustle of the holiday season, grandparents wave good...

Fans of Cat Problems and Mother Bruce will not want to miss this hiss-terical picture book! I Quit is an oh-so-relatable story about a misbehaving kitty who's had just about enough... only to find out she's had what she needed all along. When kitty first got adopted, everything was purr-fect. Then came the rules. NO eating the bread! NO chasing the baby! BAD KITTY! Excuse me? She's not a bad kitty. Left with no choice, she says goodbye to ever...

A laugh-out-loud picture book about a self-proclaimed picky eater of a raccoon--perfect for human picky eaters! Don't look at this raccoon and think she'll eat just anything. Oh, no. She is picky! She's been choosy forever--and listen, it's a tough life. It's not as though the perfect snacks just fall from the sky (except when they do). You've got to work to find the sourest milk, the crunchiest bumblebees, and the most delicious trash. Snacki...

With irresistible art and a timeless message, I Can Help in the Neighborhood shows how one act of kindness can lead to another - capturing the joy of paying it forward. Uh oh. Duck is lost. Luckily, Rabbit is around to help! Rabbit hops over the tall grass to reunite the lost duckling with their family. But soon, Rabbit needs help, too. We also meet a pigeon, raccoon, and many more animal friends, who all find themselves in tight spots around ...