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  Black Chameleon - Memory...

  Deborah D.E.E.P. Mouton

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  This program is read by the author.In the literary tradition of Carmen Maria Machado’s In the Dream House, Maxine Hong Kingston’s The Woman Warrior, and Jesmyn Ward’s Men We Reaped, this debut memoir confronts both the challenges and joys of growing up Black and making your own truth.Growing up as a Black girl in America, Deborah Mouton felt alienated from the stories she learned in class. She yearned for stories she felt connected to—true ones of course—but also fables and mythologies that could help explain both the world and her place in it. What she encountered was almost always written by white writers who prospered in a time when human beings were treated as chattel, such as the Greek and Roman myths, which felt as dusty and foreign as ancient ruins. When she sought myths written by Black authors, they were rooted too far in the past, a continent away.Mouton writes, “The phrases of my mother and grandmother began to seem less colloquial and more tied to stories that had been lost along the way. . . . Mythmaking isn’t a lie. It is our moment to take the privilege of our own creativity to fill in the gaps that colonization has stolen from us. It is us choosing to write the tales that our children pull strength from. It is hijacking history for the ignorance in its closets. This, a truth that must start with the women.”Mouton’s memoir Black Chameleon is a song of praise and an elegy for Black womanhood. With a poet’s gift for lyricism and poignancy, Mouton reflects on her childhood as the daughter of a preacher and a harsh but loving mother, living in the world as a Black woman whose love is all too often coupled with danger, and finally learning to be a mother to another Black girl in America. Of the moment yet timeless, playful but incendiary, Mouton has staked out new territory in the memoir form.A Macmillan Audio production from Henry Holt & Company.

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  Becoming By Grace - Expanded...

  Nebolisa Arah

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  Nebolisa was pioneer CEO of Fidelity bank Plc, Nigeria (1988 - 2003) and of Afribank Plc , nigeria (2009 - 2011).   
  In becoming by grace he stresses that enduring success does not come because one is smart, has attended the best business school or has the best social skill but by god’s grace. 
  Becoming by grace is a moving narrative that highlights where faith, chance, opportunity and hope meet God’s grace. Nebolisa is married to Philomena and blessed with children and grandchildren.

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  Leaving Home - A Memoir

  Art Buchwald

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  Funny men don't necessarily have funny childhoods. Art Buchwald had to find his humor the hard way. In this poignant memoir, Buchwald writes with intimacy and candor about his early years— of a life constantly on the move and in the company of strangers. Shortly after he was born, he and his mother were separated. He tells of a childhood that took him from a Seventh-Day Adventist shelter to New York's Hebrew Orphan Asylum to a series of foster homes— all before the age of fifteen. It was an experience that forever molded him. How he negotiated the rocky path from an orphanage dining hall to the best table at Maxim's in Paris is a memorable story from a man who made America laugh for more than forty years.

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  The Day My Mother Never Came Home

  Reginald L. Reed

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  As featured in Newsweek and A&E's Cold Case Files 
  A Publishers Weekly Memoir and Autobiography Spotlight Read 
  "A Memoir that plays out more like a true crime story." — A Trauma Survivor Thriver’s Podcast 
  "My heart was pounding as I experienced what was happening in the courtroom. If you enjoy digging deeper into the fallout of true crime, consider picking up The Day My Mother Never Came Home. Reed has done a great job of sharing his deepest emotions." — Pick a Good Book 
  "More than a memoir. A life changing masterpiece of one man’s ability to face multiple life traumas head on." — Reader Paula 
  Reed invites you into his journey of healing and the pursuit of justice. 
  With raw vulnerability, Reed delves into the depths of his trauma, offering glimpses into the psychological impact on his life while also offering a powerful message of hope and resilience. His story highlights the indomitable spirit that can arise from even the darkest of circumstances. 
  The Day My Mother Never Came Home is not simply a true crime tale; it is a testament to the power of the human spirit and the importance of shedding light on the truth. With each turn of the page, you will find yourself captivated by the narrative. Follow Reed's journey as he grapples with raw emotions and questions the complexities of true justice. This book will leave an indelible mark on your heart and mind, compelling you to reflect on the fragility of life and the strength it takes to overcome tragedy. 
  If you seek a gripping story that will remain with you long after you have finished reading, The Day My Mother Never Came Home is a must-read. Join Reed on this transformative journey as he reclaims his voice and sheds light on the darkest corners of his life.

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  William Shakespeare - Facts...

  Kelly Mass

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  William Shakespeare is the celebrated script writer of the most popular plays in the English language. By writing both tragedies, romances, and comedies in the 16th century, he made a name for himself and became successful in the art of drama. 
  Shakespeare’s life and decisions led to his acclaim, and in this book, we will lay out some of the most significant changes in both his personal choices and his career. Despite of his financial debts, his complex family life, and his background, he was able to entertain his audiences both in his time and for centuries after his death. 
  I encourage you to use this brief study to become more aware and understanding of the historical challenges and successes in his time, and the value and symbolism in his plays.

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  God Gave Me Diarrhea - A true...

  Rachel Yong

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  An Unlikely and Not-So-Funny Path to Redemption  
  Does God call us to difficult paths in order to transform us? 
  When Ann said yes to bringing two young foster boys into her home, she had no idea what a long haul she was signing up for. 
  After two difficult pregnancies, Ann chooses to open her home to two foster boys who eventually became eligible for adoption. Raising them alongside her biological children, their paths become conjoined forever—riddled with constant behavior issues from one and health issues for the other. 
  Suddenly at age 27, the oldest son needs to return home after suffering a catastrophic brain injury. Ann becomes his caretaker and is faced with the hardest questions in her life. 
  She throws up desperate pleas, unsure if the God she has believed in her whole life will hear her. In the process, love changes everything, and she comes face to face with the younger prodigal son who swore her out of his life. 
  When all her life plans come suddenly to a halt, will God find her in the mire? 
  A journey rich in growth, truth, and forgiveness with a dab of humor, this compelling story will leave readers with a tear in their eye and hope in their heart.

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