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Closeup of dark green vegetables.
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African-American chefs, dietitians, and activists shed light on the health benefits of a plant-based diet, and its cultural ties to African and Carribean heritage.
Celebrate Black History Month with Us
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African-American chefs, dietitians, and activists shed light on the health benefits of a plant-based diet, and its cultural ties to African and Carribean heritage.
Book cover for "Golden Domes and Silver Lanterns" featuring a girl, a lit lantern, and a mosque with golden domes.
In this country’s present political and cultural climate, there are some people who think it’s acceptable to discriminate against people who may be Muslim or from the Middle East. This, of course, is wrong. People are people, and they all deserve respect, safety, and understanding. The children's books below portray Muslims and the Middle East in the light they deserve: positive, honest, open, and respectful.
Book cover for "Ill Will" by Dan Chaon, featuring thin white text over a dark, textured background of splashing water.
This March 7 release will be one of the big hits of the season--put your copy on hold now!