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Perceptions 2 is a collection of four short stories/novellas. They, like their predecessor in Perceptions 1, are true. You will find them entertaining and enlightening. They will make you think twice before you rush to judgement on the social issues they address. These stories will open your eyes as to what is really going on in this country and certain segments of its society.

Perceptions 1 is a collection of short stories and novellas. They are true stories that will entertain and enlighten you. They will make you laugh, cry, and think. As you listen, you wont be able to pause. You will experience love, hate, lust, compassion, and empathy. What you are about to listen to they didn't and don't teach in school. This book was publish 38 years ago.

Despite ongoing professional development for urban educators, many inner-city school students are still not performing on high levels or even grade level. This book is a practical guide to helping educators understand the innate difficulties of transferring expertise from the experts, through the teachers, and into the students in a meaningful way that demonstrates student learning.

Africans, both home, and in the diaspora, handle time. Time is central, critical, and crucial to our human existence. The Creator-God respected time very much in the creation account in Genesis chapters one and two. Maximum utilization of time leads to development and progress. Conversely, the misuse and misappropriation of time are "friendly" to poverty. The 24 hours divided into three segments of discussion and analysis in this audiobook tell the full story. Time is priceless and most valuable. It is key to our survival as a people.

You hold your son in your arms for the first time. As you look at his perfect hands and fingers, he grabs onto your thumb. You smile as tears start streaming down your face. You can’t believe this moment has come; the moment you can finally hold your son in your arms. “I will never let you go”, you start to tell your son, “I promise, I will always be there for you. I promise to do whatever I can to help you succeed”.

With a sweeping forward momentum, this collection of thoughtful, provocative, short essays navigates the complex, sensitive, and often-concealed history of the African American experience. Moving from African ancestry through the underground railroad to Barack Obama, this captivating book journeys through timeline of African American revolution and defining moments in black history.

Discover how to supercharge your well-being with the power of this incredible three-in-one book bundle! Do you want to improve your spiritual, emotional, and psychological health? Looking for an in-depth exploration of meditation, Buddhism, and the chakras? Then this is the bundle for you!

Stephen Crane was born 1st November 1871 in Newark, New Jersey, and was the eighth surviving child out of 14. Incredibly, he began writing at the age of four and was published several times by the age of 16. Crane only began a full-time education when he was nine but quickly mastered the grades needed to catch up and move forward. Although educated at Lafayette and Syracuse, he had little interest in completing university and was keener to move on to a career, declaring college to be ‘a waste of time’.

Paul Laurence Dunbar was born on 27th June 1872 in Dayton, Ohio. His parents had been slaves in Kentucky before the Civil War. Dunbar wrote his first poem at age six and gave his first public recital at age nine. By 16, he was already published as a poet in The Herald, a local newspaper. After completing his formal schooling in 1891, Dunbar was employed as an elevator operator, at four dollars a week. His hopes of a legal career floundered on a lack of funds and racial discrimination. However, he wrote his poetry and took every opportunity to publish.

James Weldon Johnson was born in Jacksonville, Florida, on 17th June 1871. His mother, Helen, a musician and a public school teacher, initially home-schooled him, giving him a love of both English literature and European music. At 16, his education moved to Atlanta University, and he graduated with a degree in 1894. In 1904 Johnson helped in Theodore Roosevelt's presidential bid. On winning, Roosevelt appointed him as US consul at Puerto Cabello, Venezuela, in 1906 and then Nicaragua from 1909.

Introducing Preventing a Mental Breakdown, an insightful guide for how to use poetic and proverbial wisdom to reduce your stress levels, renew your hope, and reclaim your joy. Within this book, you will find the support, guidance, and space you need to assess your current mental health and identify what is causing your current high levels of stress, and how to overcome them.

Storytelling isn’t just a tool; it’s the bridge that transforms simple words into unforgettable experiences. This book guides you in harnessing the timeless power of storytelling—an age-old practice that has shaped human culture and communication. From ancient myths to modern anecdotes, stories have been at the core of how we share wisdom, convey emotions, and inspire action. Through compelling narratives, you’ll learn how to evoke emotion and connect with your audience on a deeper level.

As the U.S. and Mexican governments launch Operation Border Line, the once-powerful Collazo and De La Cruz drug cartels are crumbling. Miguel Collazo flees to Central America, while Hector and Oscar De La Cruz face their fate. But for those still in the game, the danger is far from over. Hiding in plain sight on the outskirts of Chicago, Joseph Chi Barrens assumes a new identity as Richey Haley, hoping to leave his past behind.

This book embarks on a journey into the heart of the American experience, exploring the enduring legacies of Martin Luther King Jr. and Malcolm X within the complex social and political landscape of contemporary America. While their methods differed dramatically, their shared aspiration for a more just and equitable future for Black Americans remains undeniably powerful. We examine how the philosophies of these two iconic figures offer not only valuable historical insights but also actionable pathways for navigating present-day challenges.

The title of this book reflects the overarching theme which focus on the challenges facing democracy in the United States and around the world. The title also suggests the urgency and importance of these issues, highlighting the need for immediate action to address the challenges facing democracy today.

Sitting With Your Thoughts is more than a book—it’s a journey through the war within. From the haunting voices of trauma to the quiet whispers of truth, Malik Mills guides you through 27 raw, reflective chapters that uncover what it really means to heal, forgive, and become. This isn’t about fixing your mind—it’s about facing it. Blending personal revelation with spiritual insight, Malik invites you to sit still, question everything, and finally hear the voice that’s been drowned out the most: your own. If you’ve ever felt lost in your thoughts, this is your invitation to come home.

Are the Kids Okay? describes the life of John Early Stokes. John Stokes wasn't a rich man, he wasn't a famous personality. In fact, by most measures, he was an ordinary guy. But to those who's life he touched, he was so much more. John Stokes was a loving husband, a caring father, a devoted child of God, at his core a very good man, whose humanity and humility endeared him to all who knew him.

Welcome to "Cultivating Mental Toughness: Strategies for Success." This book is specifically designed for individuals of all ages and professions who are seeking to unlock their inner strength and achieve greatness in both their personal and professional lives. Whether you are a man, woman, girl, boy, counselor, or teacher, this book is for you. In the pages of this book, you will find valuable insights and practical strategies for awakening the endurance and power within you.

For too long, the narratives surrounding Black communities in America have been dominated by deficit-based thinking, focusing on perceived weaknesses rather than the inherent strengths and resilience that have been fostered through generations of hardship. This book seeks to challenge that paradigm, offering a critical but constructive analysis of the socio-political and economic realities confronting Black Americans.

Innocence Corrupted by Tony Benner is a raw and unflinching exploration of the human psyche, diving deep into the haunting intersection of childhood trauma, broken trust, and the search for redemption. When five-year-old Chi encounters a terrifying figure, his world spirals into silence, anger, and mistrust. Withdrawn from those around him, he becomes a shadow of his former self, embodying the menace of the creature that changed his life forever.