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Humanity has nearly destroyed its world through global warming, but now an even greater evil lurks. The indigenous people of North America are being hunted and harvested for their bone marrow, which carries the key to recovering something the rest of the population has lost: the ability to dream. In this dark world, Frenchie and his companions struggle to survive as they make their way up north to the old lands. For now, survival means staying hidden-but what they don't know is that one of them holds the secret to defeating the marrow thieves. "Miigwans is a true hero; in him Dimaline creates a character of tremendous emotional depth and tenderness, connecting readers with the complexity and compassion of Indigenous people. A dystopian world that is all too real and that has much to say about our own." Kirkus Reviews

WINNER 2017 NAACP AWARD FOR FICTION"Simply miraculous... As her saga becomes ever more spellbinding, so does the reader's astonishment at the magic she creates. This is a story about the triumph of the human spirit over bigotry, intolerance and cruelty, and at the center of The Book of Harlan is the restorative force that is music." -Washington PostFrom the bestselling author of Richard and Judy 2021 Book Club pick Sugar, is a riveting and masterful work of delicious fiction navigating the Blues and the Jazz Age, and the experience of Black people under Nazi occupation.After his prominent minister grandfather dies, Harlan and his parents move from Macon, Georgia to Harlem where Harlan becomes a professional musician. When Harlan and his best friend, trumpeter Lizard Robbins, are invited to perform at a popular cabaret in the Parisian enclave of Montmartre, affectionately referred to as ""The Harlem of Paris"", Harlan jumps at the opportunity, convincing Lizard to join him.But after the City of Light falls under Nazi occupation, Harlan and Lizard are thrown into Buchenwald, the notorious concentration camp in Weimar, Germany, irreparably changing the course of Harlan's life.Based on exhaustive research and told in McFadden's mesmeric prose, The Book of Harlan skillfully blends the stories of McFadden's familial ancestors with those of real and imagined characters to create a layered and complex navigation of the true history of Black people caught under Nazi occupation and in concentration camps."McFadden packs a powerful punch with tight prose and short chapters that bear witness to key events in early twentieth century history...McFadden presents a remarkably crisp portrait of one average man's extraordinary bravery in the face of pure evil." - Booklist"There is so much beauty in the words that Bernice L. McFadden wrote to deliver this story that I am in awe of her writing. This is one read that will stay with me for a very long time, and I will never tire of recommending it to all" - La Chouett Blog

Continuously available in print since 1969, this novel has become embedded in progressive anti-racist culture with wide circulation of the book and hotly debated film. A literary classic, The Spook Who Sat by the Door is a strong comment on entrenched racial inequities in the United States in the late 1960s.Dan Freeman, 'the spook who sat by the door', is enlisted in the CIA's elitist espionage program after a white senator decries the lack of Black officers in the agency. The first Black man in the Central Intelligence Agency, Freeman is given a desk job. Despite excelling, promotions are hard to come by as the token black in the CIA. Deciding he's had enough, Freeman uses the tactics he learns in the CIA to foment violent rebellion in Chicago, in a mirror image of the coups wrought around the world by the Agency itself.With its focus on the militancy that characterised the Black Power movement of the 1960s and 1970s, this is the story of one man's reaction to ruling-class hypocrisy in ways that make the novel autobiographical and personal. As a tale of a reaction to the forces of oppression, this brilliant and funny satire by Sam Greenlee proves to be just as potent today as it was when it originally was published.

MANDEM explored what it means to be a black man in contemporary Britain, ultimately attempting to break down existing stereotypes. The collection of essays examine crucial issues like the importance of male role-models and the unique relationship between mother and son; it looks at the sexual pressure on young heterosexual men and asks what contemporary black queerness looks like.MANDEM poses interesting questions about Black manhood whilst also seeking to answer them.

The untold story behind one of the most controversial album releases in modern music history, for fans of the Wu-Tang Clan, hip-hop music, and all those interested in the music industry. Take a kid with a dream. A legendary hip hop group. 6 years of secret recordings. A casing worthy of a king. A single artifact. Hallowed establishment institutions. An iconoclastic auction house. The world's foremost museum of modern art. A bidding war. Endless crises of conscience. An angry mob. A furious beef. A sale. A villain of Lex Luthor-like proportions. Bill Murray. The FBI. The internet gone wild. In 2007, the innovative Wu-Tang producer, Cilvaringz, feeling that digitisation increasingly supported the perception of music as disposable, took an incendiary idea to his mentor, hip hop legend, RZA: create a unique physical copy of a secret Wu-Tang album, to be encased in silver and sold through auction as a work of contemporary art. The plan raised a number of complex questions: Would selling one album for millions be the ultimate betrayal of music? How would fans react to an album that's sold on condition it could not be commercialised? And could anyone justify the ultimate sale of the album to the infamous pharmaceutical mogul Martin Shkreli? "An epic battle between colorful, creative maniacal heroes and one of the blandest beta-villains of our time. Couldn't put it down."Patton Oswalt, comedian and bestselling author of Silver Screen Fiend

Newly crowned King George III must marry, but cannot wed the woman he loves - Catholic Lady Sarah Lennox. And so, a search begins for an appropriate Queen... In comes Charlotte of Mecklenburg-Strelitz.For years Charlotte has hidden her ethnicity using white Elizabethan makeup to help her title-rich but cash-poor family survive. An opportunity to marry the British king is one that she can't pass up, but beyond the secret of her identity, Charlotte is also in love with someone else - the talented but poor commoner, Johann Christian Bach (son of JS Bach).Does King George give up Lady Sarah for duty to crown and country? Will Queen Charlotte ever see Bach again? And what of her family secret and quest for answers?A daughter. A lover. A fighter. A Queen. Tina Andrews's Queen Charlotte Sophia: A Royal Affair, offers a fantastic portrait of a woman, whose life continues to fascinate the world.

Dive into the beat of Black British life with these sharp, stylish and deeply insightful titles from the one-of-a-kind A Quick Ting On...™ series - from Afrobeats and grime to business, fashion and identity. Afrobeats by Christina AdofoTrace the social and cultural development of the eponymous, chart-topping music genre throughout history.Plantain by Rui Da SilvaAn irresistible cultural insight into the fruit that has sparked the long-held Plant-ain vs Plant-in pronunciation debate.Black Girl Afro by Zainab Kwaw-SwanzyA comprehensive look at the ways Black women' s hair care and styling have influenced culture and spearheaded authentic self-expression.Black British Businesses by Tskenya-Sarah FrazerJourney through the history and future of Black British entrepreneurship, from the 1300's to present day, with exclusive interviews from the trailblazers themselves.Grime by Franklyn AddoJournalist and rapper Franklyn Addo relates the powerful story of Grime's past, present, and future, from pirate radio to Glastonbury and beyond.

This curated selection brings to life untold stories and remarkable journeys, from royal mysteries and wartime secrets to the fight for identity and freedom. These pages echo with strength, survival, and the power of reclaiming one's story.Breaking the Maafa Chain by Anni DomingoSet in the Nineteenth century, two sisters Fatmata and Salimatu are captured and sold separately into slavery. Can the two sisters reclaim their freedom and identity in a world that is trying to break them down and mold them to its coloniser's will?Queen Charlotte Sophia by Tina AndrewsNewly crowned King George III must marry, but cannot wed the woman he loves - Catholic Lady Sarah Lennox. And so, a search begins for an appropriate Queen... In comes Charlotte of Mecklenburg-Strelitz and her not so skin-deep secrets...A Book of Secrets by Kate MorrisonA revealing and compelling glimpse into a fraught time. Set at the collision of the English Reformation and the eve of the beginning of the transatlantic slave trade, this novel weaves together family legacies and religious tensions for a powerful look at history.The Book of Harlan by Bernice L. McFaddenSet against the backdrop of the Harlem Renaissance and World War II, this sweeping tale follows Harlan Elliott as he shockingly moves from New York jazz clubs to imprisonment in Nazi concentration camps. It's a gripping, tender story of music, survival, and the echo of forgotten lives.

Honour the journey, the resilience and the legacy of the Windrush generation. These books bring together moving testimonies, historic photography and narrative power to tell the story of those who built Britain and the generation that followed. A collection to read, to remember, and to cherish.Black History Walks by Tony WarnerDiscover London's untold Black history in this unique book that offers a one-of-a-kind landmark tour of one of the world's most iconic cities. This is London's Black history revealed!Finding Home: A Windrush Story by Alford Dalrymple Gardner and Howard GardnerAt age-97 RAF Veteran and Windrush pioneer, Alford Gardner delivers a memoir that imbues warmth and humour in a powerfully personal story of one man's journey from Jamaica to building a new life in Yorkshire.A Circle of Five by Harris JoshuaSpotlighting the women of the Windrush generation and their invaluable contributions to the country, meet Evelyn, Emma, Irene, Ivy, and Melissa. This is their story, these five women whose journeys to Britain and subsequent lives fundamentally shaped the community today.

A powerful collection of memoirs exploring identity, migration, memory, and belonging. From exile and race to tracing musical and ancestral roots, these stories span continents and generations with honesty, humour, and heart. Each voice offers a window into the spaces we carry between past and present, here and home.Through the Leopard's Gaze by Njambi McGrathA haunting, lyrical memoir of exile, survival, and the search for identity. Through vivid storytelling, the author traces the scars and strength of a childhood disrupted by colonial violence in Kenya.Are We Home Yet? by Katy MasseyA moving journey through migration, motherhood, and memory. This memoir charts a path across continents in search of belonging. With tenderness and wit, it explores how we carry 'home' within us.The Space Between Black and White by Esuantsiwa Jane GoldsmithA thoughtful look at race, and the fluid nature of identity in Britain today. This memoir challenges rigid labels, creating space for nuance and truth.Stick To My Roots by Tippa Irie Spanning Jamaica to Britain, this deeply personal story of music and migration follows the life of Grammy nominated musician Tippa Irie. It's a celebration of resilience, rhythm, and the roots that keep us grounded.

From city lights to island sunsets, the romance stories in this box-set make an adventure of the pursuit of love. With unexpected passion, cultural journeys and the comedy of modern dating, each story offers sharp insight, heartfelt emotion, and unforgettable characters. The perfect set for anyone ready to turn the page and open their heart.If I Don't Have You by Sareeta DomingoWhen a sultry interview sparks an intense connection between a journalist and a mysterious filmmaker, they must decide if this spark will ever become a flame.Love Again by Rasheda Ashanti MalcolmWhen 30-something year old Honey gets tired of her matchmaking mother, she enlists the help of a (not-so) fake boyfriend. The problem is that this time her mama's choice just might be what Honey is looking for... Symona's Still Single by Lisa BentThirty-seven year old Symona is swiping, dating, and soul-searching through London, trying to make sense of love, friendship, and finding peace in her own company.From Pasta to Pigfoot by Frances Mensah WilliamsSmart, sassy Londoner, Faye, stumbles into romance while on a trip to Ghana to figure her life out. A rom-com that gives new meaning to "home is where the heart is".Bad Love by Maame BlueFor Londoner Ekuah, love in her twenties seems to be impossible to figure out. In this reflective and compelling novel, Ekuah revisits her tangled past with an unforgettable first love, and what it taught her about choosing herself.

An almost-blind mother pawns her daughter off to save her. A grieving son must bury his Muslim father in twenty-four hours in the thick of winter. A doctor battles to save her partner from himself. Desperation makes a young businesswoman seek out a spiritual experience. Domi(natrix) wants to give life to her sexual kinks in her repressive household. The weight of the word "slave" is put to the test during a first date in conservative Idaho. Two men kidnap a White man to fight the infiltration of oil companies in Southern Nigeria. A boy escapes his bipolar mother. A young girl tries to spell out the strange words her parents fight with.These stories are an excavation of what it means to be at the labyrinthine crossroads of desire, ambition, and tradition. The author explores the indelible erasure of personhood and fitting into all the hard places in a bubble where injustice reigns. As such, she fillets the flesh as these characters try to exercise autonomy in their worlds and swim against the uncontrollable tides that mold their lives. The characters are forced out of their stasis, and the collection contemplates whether they ultimately succeed or fail.

Welcome to Boom Town, Atlanta's most infamous Black strip club, where the air is thick with secrets and the stakes are as high as the heels. When Damaris "Charm" Willburn, a new daytime dancer, vanishes without a trace, former headline Lyriq is thrust back into a world she thought she had left behind. Charm's disappearance eerily mirrors that of Lyriq's former partner, Lucky, who also went missing under mysterious circumstances. Both women shared a dangerous connection with Thomas McIntyre, a wealthy white man with far more power than they could imagine.As Lyriq delves deeper into the mystery, she uncovers a tangled web of deceit, power, and privilege that threatens to consume her. With each revelation, the line between friend and foe blurs, and Lyriq must confront her own past to uncover the truth. But as the secrets of Boom Town unravel, Lyriq faces a harrowing question: can she solve the mystery without losing everything she holds dear?Boom Town is a masterful blend of suspense and social commentary exploring themes of racial and sexual power dynamics, the invisibility of Black women, and the societal judgements placed on professions deemed "unsavory." In this electrifying thriller, New York Times bestselling author Nic Stone takes you on a heart-pounding journey through Atlanta's dark underbelly.

Longlisted for the Center of Fiction First Novel Prize 2025It's 1999, and best friends Sal and Charo are striving to hold on to their dreams in a New York determined to grind them down. Sal is a book-loving science nerd trying to grow beyond his dead-end job in a new city, but he's held back by tragic memories from his past in Santo Domingo. Free-spirited Charo is surprised to find herself a mother at twenty-five, partnered with a controlling man, working at the same supermarket for years, her world shrunk to the very domesticity she thought she'd escaped in her old country. When Sal finds love at a gay club one night, both his and Charo's worlds unexpectedly open up to a vibrant social circle that pushes them to reckon with what they owe to their own selves, pasts, futures, and, always, each other.

It has always been Mira, Ma and Ashu. The three of them-as they sing Simon & Garfunkel in Ma's sun-yellow car, watch TV on the sofa and holiday on the mango farm-are bound firmly together. Yet, beneath this tale of proximity, lurks another story-that of a family in hot water.Nine-year-old Mira, fourteen-year-old Ashu and Ma harbour secrets. All of them confront questions that have no neat answers. Where is Ma's husband, for instance? Who does Ashu pine for? Why is Mira on the alert?One long, hot summer, the secrets come tumbling out. And the world Ma, Mira and Ashu have cobbled together threatens to give way.An achingly beautiful novel, Hot Water traces the ways in which the love we feel for one another can both make and wreck us.

Paying homage to the famous nursery rhyme, this particular Thursday's Child has certainly come far. He guides readers into the back alleys of Peckham and Camberwell as a gay British youth in 1960s and 70s, and into present day as Britain's most prolific grassroots social historian. We enter the mind of a curious and often misunderstood child whose fidelity to family steers him through the turbulent days of teachers-for-bullies, but also anchors his future career as a veritable aesthete, activist, and champion of the people. Readers visit the rubble of World War II in West London in the spectacular reminiscences of Aunt Esther, Stephen's adopted Guyanese-British relative and, in a next breath, are catapulted to the trying if not relatable moments of professional and personal rejection, as a budding film critic and staunch activist for the MET police; to the more elusive and opaque kind: when a love between two dissipates nearly as soon as its begun.This is a vivid and deeply personal social history - an intimate journey through family, war, identity, and the making of a pioneering figure of British public life. And ultimately, an opportunity for readers to bring one of this country's most dedicated historians into the spotlight for the first time.

Shortlisted for the 2025 Queensland Literary Awards, The University of Queensland Non-Fiction Book Award Shortlisted for the 2025 Stella PrizeReadings Best Books of 2024, Non-FictionThe story of Australia's Black convicts has been all but erased from our history. On the First Fleet of 1788, at least 15 convicts were of African descent. By 1840 the number had risen to almost 500. But although some of these lives were documented and their likenesses hang in places like the National Portrait Gallery, even their descendants are often unaware of their existence. In recovering their lives, Santilla Chingaipe offers a fresh understanding of this fatal shore, showing how empire, slavery, race and memory have shaped the nation.

The Longe siblings are really botching their parents' American Dream.Sola Longe, eldest daughter, estranged from the family, is secretly back home in Chicago for the first time in a decade. She's a newly single and recently disgraced influencer trying to quietly put her life back together again. The other three Longe siblings aren't doing much better.Anjola is in love with her best friend, who just got engaged to someone else; Karen, a college junior and the baby of the family, is grappling with her sexuality and self-image; and Ola, the golden child with a baby of his own on the way, is questioning his marriage and how to raise a Black son in America.Sola's unexpected return sets them on a crash course towards each other, and when the four siblings find themselves together again at their Nigerian immigrant parents' Thanksgiving table, a decade's worth of secrets and a lifetime of resentments explode to the fore.In the wreckage of their fateful reunion, each Longe is forced to face the past, take stock of what really matters, and find a way back to one another. Bighearted, hilarious, and poignant, Leave Your Mess at Home is an insightful debut about forgiveness, unconditional love, and becoming who you want to be, asking the question: What do we owe to our families, and what do we owe to ourselves?

A visual overview of contemporary African fashion, Fashion Africa is a comprehensive guide compiled with an ethical perspective.Jacqueline Shaw promotes Africa as a place not just for sourcing materials, but with the potential to be a vital epicentre of trade within the global marketplace. This guide is the first of its kind to bring together designers, design companies, ethical manufacturers and more, all with an African connection.Fashion Africa is a comprehensive guide to the designers, materials, and sustainable practices available on continental Africa, and provides an excellent resource in conjunction for the very vibrant growing industry already in existence.

A stirring take on the American road novel, The Colour Black is the story of a talented young artist Silvia Cruz whose quiet but comfortable existence in San Diego drawing abstracts and nudes is turned upside down when she meets Jack. Free-spirited, athletic and a lawyer who loves wild swimming, he is different from her other models, and Silvia soon finds herself drawn to him.One day Silvia begins to open up to Jack about her past life, growing up in Mexico amid drug wars and corruption, until she reveals a secret that drives the two out of town. Together they travel across the breathtaking landscapes of America towards Alaska, searching for truth, freedom and adventure, all the while unraveling the mysteries of life, the universe and their own existence. But will they find the answers they are seeking, and will Silvia ever open her heart to love?The Colour Black is the beautiful, illustrated debut novel from a unique new voice in commercial fiction.

Finaba Marah yearns to fit in with the other girls of her age, and nothing will allow her to do that more than the initiation ceremony. One night Finaba is secretly whisked away by her grandmother, but before her initiation is complete, Finaba's father storms in and brings the circumcision to a halt. The family is advised to leave their home, and the events that follow set Finaba's life on an unexpected path. So the Path Does Not Die is a touching coming of age story that follows Finaba through her childhood and adolescence into adulthood, from her native Sierra Leone to the new and exciting land of opportunity, the USA. This modern story addresses issues of ethnicity, sexuality, gender and Female Genital Circumcision, told through the life of this feisty, intelligent and determined young African woman as she makes her way through the world while balancing the weights of tradition and modernity. But most of all, it is a story of survival.

Tackling conflicts both internal and external, The Blink That Killed the Eye is a moving reflection on how those rendered invisible by society struggle to regain control over their lives.While each story stands affectingly on its own, Anthony Anaxagorou also weaves an affecting chronology - the lives of the characters overlapping and intertwining as they develop individually.Exploring themes of invisibility, alienation, abuse, and loss, this brave and touching short story collection shows the poet-playwright at his soul-stirring best.