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  When Faith Meets Fire_ Blood...

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  In When Faith Meets Fire: Blood Ties & Broken Vows, Zula Tlholoe delivers a stirring tale of love, duty, and rebellion set in the deeply traditional village of Naledi. Amina, a young woman born into a world governed by sacred customs and ancestral expectations, finds herself at a crossroad between obedience and self-liberation. Betrothed to Kwame—a man chosen by her family and revered by her community—Amina is expected to carry the torch of tradition without question. 
  But her heart belongs to Malik, a quiet rebel with no lineage or wealth, yet full of vision and love that sets her soul ablaze. Their forbidden connection sparks a quiet storm that challenges the very foundations of what it means to honor family, faith, and self. 
  As lobola negotiations begin and wedding preparations tighten like a noose, Amina must decide if her voice, her love, and her future are worth the price of exile. With every chapter, readers are drawn deeper into a richly woven narrative of generational pressure, silent rebellions, and the cost of choosing oneself. 
  Blending lyrical storytelling with cultural nuance, When Faith Meets Fire is a powerful family saga that asks: What do we owe to tradition, and what do we owe to ourselves?

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  Lick and the Invasion: The...

  Lick Darsey

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  Me, Fanger and Jack head back to Earth to take care of them alien critters once and for all. We ain't gonna stop till we run ever last one of them buncha no good you-know-whats off our planet.

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  Dead America - The Texas...

  Derek Slaton

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  After fleeing from zombie infested Amarillo, Jackie and her group of survivors arrives in the tiny town of Dalhart, TX. Despite the appearance of safety, an exterior threat forces them into action. 
  Dead America - The Second Month series follows survivors from coast to coast as they deal with the threats posed by both the living and the undead.

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  Human Deepest Fear - Unraveling...

  Moshood Bello

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  "Human Deepest Fear: Unraveling Shadows and Embracing Light" is a comprehensive exploration of the intricate and universal facets of fear that shape the human experience. Each chapter serves as a stepping stone into the various dimensions of fear, from its primal origins to its complex interplay with societal, cultural, and personal influences. 
  The journey begins with the acknowledgment of fears as shadows cast upon our lives, influencing choices, actions, and perspectives. Through the chapters, readers traverse the diverse tapestry of human fears, understanding their evolutionary roots, cultural amplifications, and the lasting impact of personal traumas. The exploration delves deep into the biology of fear, unraveling the neurological and physiological mechanisms that drive our emotional responses and perceptions of threats. 
  The narrative then shifts to societal and cultural influences, examining how norms, expectations, and media contribute to the collective consciousness and shape individual fears. The intersection of personal traumas with fear becomes a pivotal point of exploration, offering insights into therapeutic approaches and coping mechanisms that empower individuals to break free from fear's shackles. 
  The power of mindfulness and acceptance emerges as a guiding light, introducing practical tools to confront and transcend fear with clarity and courage. Emotional intelligence takes center stage in understanding and managing fear, offering tangible strategies for developing emotional resilience, empathy, and self-awareness in the face of complex emotions.

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  Antibiotics - A Graphic History

  Brandon Terrell

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  Bacterial infections are a constant threat to human health. Antibiotics stop a bacterial infection from multiplying. They help treat pneumonia, strep throat, and many other infections. But before antibiotics, treatments for these diseases were limited or misguided. 
   
  In 1929, the accidental discovery of the first antibiotic, a bacteria-killing liquid called penicillin, kicked off a medical revolution. The use of this new treatment has saved countless lives from World War II soldiers and to modern hospital patients. Explore current issues in antibiotics and the best ways to fight bacteria in this graphic history.

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  The Talk

  Darrin Bell

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  "The audiobook version of The Talk,...isn’t a graphic novel stripped of its pictures; it’s a radio play that delivers its own powerful aural experience. The production employs music, subtle sound effects and a cast that includes Bell and his little boy. The charming humor and incisive wisdom that elevates the print version of 'The Talk' are amply conveyed by these narrators in an audiobook that’s clearly been designed from the bottom up to exploit the format’s unique advantages. For some listeners, this will be a deeply personal experience; for others, an illuminating lesson in empathy. But no matter who you are, you’re ready to have “The Talk."—The Washington Post“In its audio translation, the highlight is Darrin Bell’s storytelling ability, enriched by a soundscape that includes music, sound effects, and archival audio...a powerhouse audio that should be widely recommended.”—Booklist (Starred Review)This program features multicast narration.Winner of the NAACP Image Award in Outstanding Graphic NovelsWinner of the Libby Award for Best Comic/Graphic Novel of the YearNominated for an Eisner Award for Best Graphic MemoirNamed The Year's Best Graphic Novel by Publishers WeeklyNamed one of Publishers Weekly's Top Ten Best Books of 2023Named one of NPR's Books We LoveNamed one of Kirkus' Best 2023 BooksNamed one of the Washington Post's 10 best graphic novels of 2023One of TIME Magazine's Must-Read Books of the YearShortlisted for the Andrew Carnegie Medal for Excellence in Nonfiction 2024Booklist Editors' Choice: Graphic Novels, 2023New York Public Library's Best New Comics of 2023 Top Ten PickChicago Public Library's Best Books of 2023 Top Ten PickNamed one of School Library Journal's Best Graphic Novels of 2023Named one of The Guardian's Best Graphic Novels of 2023Darrin Bell was six years old when his mother told him he couldn’t have a realistic water gun. She said she feared for his safety, that police tend to think of little Black boys as older and less innocent than they really are.In this immersive audiobook adaptation—with wall-to-wall sound design, an expansive music soundtrack, and full-cast narration including the author and his son—Bell uses his sharp humor to examine how The Talk shaped intimate and public moments from childhood to adulthood. While coming of age in Los Angeles—and finding a voice through cartooning—Bell becomes painfully aware of being regarded as dangerous by white teachers, neighbors, and police officers and thus of his mortality. Drawing attention to the brutal murders of African Americans and showcasing revealing insights and cartoons along the way, he brings us up to the moment of reckoning when people took to the streets protesting the murders of George Floyd and Breonna Taylor. And now Bell must decide whether he and his own six-year-old son are ready to have The Talk."In The Talk, Bell combines the overtly personal and the sociopolitical in a textured autobiography that blends raw honestly, moving memories and powerful insights on race and police relations.” —The Washington Post A Macmillan Audio production from Henry Holt & Company.

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