This well-respected educational consultant offers advice and expertise on tackling issues of race and class, while offering a legitimate criticism of the American school system that poses many of the problems that teachers face.

Former New York Times reporter Ifill, explores the role of race, racism, identity politics, and offers striking criticism and intriguing insight as to how one can examine these ideas.

Baraka blends autobiography, history, musical analysis, and political commentary to recall the sounds, people, times, and places he's encountered. Readers will gain a sense of meaning and understanding about how music itself matters.

Promising to be the most important history of an American slave family ever written; this story brings to life not only Sally Hemings and Thomas Jefferson, but also their children and Hemings's siblings, who shared a father with Jefferson's wife, Martha.

In this companion book to the two-part PBS series, Gates (Colored People) combines rigorous historical research with DNA analysis to recreate the family trees of African-American celebrities like Oprah Winfrey, Quincy Jones and others. A fascinating source to help individuals as they continue to unveil, share and cherish family legends and intimate secrets.

The author shines a light on this watershed moment in civil rights history and shows that determination, fortitude, and the ability to change the world are not exclusive to a few special people, but are inherent within us all.

A uniquely American story about Clarence King, a man who hid from his Gilded Age associates and prominent family the fact that he lived a double life---as the celebrated white explorer, geologist, and writer King and as a black pullman porter and steelworker named James Todd.

"The Game" will always belong to Larry and Magic! A remarkable story about their fierce rivalries through their constantly evolving historical relationship and friendship.

Ten years after the death of her baby, husband, and mother-in-law in an airplane crash, forty-two-year-old Chelly Whitaker understands nothing is permanent. But when it comes to romance, Chelly is convinced she has no love left to give until Sean enters her life.

This bestselling author and hip-hop enthusiast has selected four authors to join her in spinning another mix of stories that shout and sometimes whisper the tough urban world of rap.

Roby won’t disappoint her readers with this moving story of twelve-year-old Jillian Maxwell. She’s the perfect child. She gets straight A’s in school and appears to have a wonderful family. But inside, Jillian harbors a terrible secret that can destroy her family.

A daring collection of erotic tales about the undeniable attraction older men have for younger women.

This first anthology of sports fiction by black male authors, offers gritty, in-your-face stories full of action on and off the fields, courts, and boxing rings.

Single mother Mia thought her dark past was behind her until Tyrone tries to sweet talk his way back into her life.

As Jerome’s past catches up with him, so do his reckless actions of the present, meaning bad news for his future...

Preacher's wife Jasmine's past is about to leak in and taint the seemingly squeaky-clean new life she leads.

Armed with their list of essential must-haves, would-be-nices, icing-on-the-cakes, and deal-breakers, Michelle, Angela and Lisa think they're getting too old to keep waiting on God to send their soul mates. The sisters start their search... but it’s not long before they realize they still have to trust God to know what's best for them, and that He loves them enough to send them everything on The List.

Abandoned by his union organizing father at the age of twelve, Leonid watched his mother die of a broken heart within the next year. He’s gone from orphanage to foster home to the streets – fighting hard and never taking a backward step. Leonid McGill, the black private eye at the center of Mosley’s latest novel, may be his most compelling hero yet.

This sequel to Not a Day Goes By delivers plenty of catty dishes with a dash of sentimentality.

Again, the author reveals what lies beneath the surface of slavery in a heart gripping novel. Rejected by her mother, Florens looks for love, first from Lina, an older servant woman at her new master's house, and later from the handsome blacksmith, an African, never enslaved.

Roker's riotously thrilling debut novel starring Billy Blessing, a New York City celebrity chef who owns a restaurant and does a variety of segments on “Wake up, America.” When the network head is murdered, charming host Billy Blessing is implicated. But it's TV—and everyone's a suspect.

Three couples on an exclusive weeklong marriage retreat, try to mend and rebuild their torn relationships from the secrets which have been exposed. Lives will forever be changed, and some souls will be redeemed. But can these couples really forgive and forget?

International assassin Gideon spilled blood for the first time when he was seven-years-old, on the man who was attempting to kill the woman Gideon had known as his mother. The victim was none other than his own father, a man of unspeakable evil. He’s now one of the feared hired guns in the world and one of the most hunted.

The heartbreaking story of 8-year-old Jigana, a Kenyan boy whose 12-year-old sister, Maisha, works as a prostitute to support her family.

This debut novel of short stories will make you angry, laugh, and cry.

Saginaw’s celebrated “One Book One Community” author of The Color of Water brings a powerful page-turner about a runaway slave and a determined slave catcher.

Tired of waiting 12 years for her true love to declare himself, 35-year-old Chloe Michaels succumbs to a whirlwind romance with another man. Within months, she knows she has made a mistake in marrying him but is too proud to admit it until a miscarriage and escalating violence drive her from L.A. and her successful business back home to St. Louis.

A memoir about this great poet, educator, and literary activist.

Celebrates the diverse and prolific career of bandleader; musician, songwriter, producer, arranger, film composer, and record label executive.

Charts Washington's rise to prominence as a black leader of unprecedented importance and details his associations with politicians, civil rights activists, and wealthy philanthropists.

When he faced a bigoted department head at the University of Michigan Medical School who would deny him entrance to the neurosurgery department, Black was prepared to overcome those biases by means of superior knowledge and performance. He went on to achieve a stellar career in research and neurosurgery.

From a hot tempered youth to becoming one of the most gifted, provocative, and important leading educators, writers and public intellectuals in American Academics.

Considered one of the greatest players in the history of women's basketball, Leslie, in her own words, points the spotlight onto her remarkable life off the court, where being a confident champion was not always simple.

A tireless preacher committed to ending slavery and fostering equality for blacks in post revolutionary America; is also credited with helping to establish Bethel Church, the birthplace of the African Methodist Episcopal (AME) Church, one of the most powerful African-American denominations in the United States.

A joyous, powerful and authentic work, which includes more than 20 interviews of blues and gospel performers from the Mississippi Delta.

With superb storytelling and exhaustive research, Mr. Donovan lays bare the racial hatred and bigotry rampant in the closed world of dirt track racing a generation ago. A story filled with the grit and determination of one man to overcome innumerable obstacles the only way he knew how to win races.

Biggie's wife, Lil' Kim's rival, Tupac's rumored lover and Platinum selling R&B queen; Faith Evans was the cause and ultimate victim of the East Coast/West Coast rap wars of the 90s. Despite all the drama, Faith has kept her secrets and her silence... until now.

Franklin recounts the story of his childhood to his extraordinary career as a historian. He studied at Harvard and taught at some of the nation’s most prestigious universities. Fourteen years before his death, Franklin received the 1995 Presidential Medal of Freedom for his work in civil rights. He still experienced opened bigotry during a dinner he hosted on the eve of receiving the honor; a white woman gave him a numbered ticket and asked him to retrieve her coat.

At the age of 27, this Saginaw native has captured every major title in the world of tennis. In the 2009 Australia Open, her championship earned her the #1 ranking for the third time in her career. From starting her own fashion line to opening a school for children in Africa, readers will learn from her successes, her failures, and the inspiration to keep striving.

Michael Jackson moonwalked to global fame and became the one of the most popular artists of all time. “This Is It.”

What was it that made him the most influential jazz musician, entertainer, and icon of the twentieth century? From Armstrong’s own personal recordings, readers will magnetically connect, like never before, with this giant of modern American culture.

This is the first biography on Satchel Paige, the premier pitcher of the Negro Leagues, which depict his difficult years in Jim Crow Alabama to his time with the all-black Monarchs. This is a powerful tribute to the baseball player who opened the door for African-Americans in the game.

In this riveting memoir; Mildred Muhammad, the former wife of convicted "D.C. Sniper" John Muhammad, shares her personal story to show how the national social ill of domestic violence devastates entire families, including the children.

Not only did Pitts suffer from a debilitating stutter, but he was functionally illiterate. This is an amazing story of how he turned struggle into strength and overcame both of his impediments. From challenged youth to award-winning journalist and 60 Minutes correspondent, Byron Pitts tells how faith and family helped him become a conqueror.

Monk fans will surely muster this first purely biographical work, which focuses childhood, and landmark career of the eccentric jazz composer and self-taught pianist.

With over twenty years of experience watching how and why dieters lose weight—and how they don’t—Dr. Ian developed a program that retrains the brain to diet naturally.

Forty inspiring passages for readers to ponder while taking a spiritual journey with Maya Angelou.

Sometimes funny, sometimes direct, but always truthful, the host of the nationally syndicated Steve Harvey Morning Show, lets women inside the mindset of a man and sheds light on concepts and frequently asked questions.

What is happening in the community that makes it so hard for women and men to find their way to each other? And why are there so few people who manage to hold a marriage together even after finding a person to love? In his first book for adults, the CSI: NY actor aims to help individuals open up the lines of communication and start building successful, sustainable, relationships. This is a must read for all races and genders.

Within every man is a true identity waiting to be fulfilled. When that true man appears, he'll realize that responsibility is not something to run from, but rather something to be embraced. With its inspiring and empowering message, as well as practical application, “Dare to Be a Man” is essential reading for all men and the women who love them.

An ex-prisoner who is determined to overcome the odds of returning to prison, shares his 10-rule guide as a resource for all ex-prisoners of every gender, race or nationality.

"You are the song, you are the proverb, and you are the symbol of human dignity.” This is a sampling from a collection of letters and poetry written to our First Lady... “You will feel the encouragement, pain, fear and hopes of women as you read each letter...”

Organized into five themes (family, culture, relationships, community and self); this thoughtful collection from celebrities like Isaiah Washington and supermodel Beverly Johnson, provides inspiration and hope for the future.

Readers are encouraged to open their eyes and experience intimacy with God in this one-volume edition of the Six Pillars of Ephesians series.

Identifies the common threads that run throughout Oprah's empire, and how she brings together women from diverse backgrounds, and empowers them to believe in success regardless of background or upbringing.

To the frequently asked question—What’s wrong with today’s children?—Edelman, founder of the Children’s Defense Fund, responds with… “Adults are what’s wrong with our children.” This is a passionate call to action for teachers, parents and the community to save our nation’s children.

Revised and expanded; the author encourages individuals to connect with themselves so that they can practice self discovery, self-forgiveness, and self-empowerment.

Women share their personal stories of heartache, despair, domestic violence, health, jail, disappointment, and hope. Each testimony reveals how tears have a triumph over life's difficult and sometimes tricky, unfair hardships.

Dr. Ben Carson now gives an inspirational look at the philosophy of life that helped him meet life's obstacles and leap over them.