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Called to Lead
In Called to Lead, Gwendolyn J. Tucker shares her firsthand experiences of taking on different leadership roles, revealing the valuable lessons she learned along the way. This transparent account addresses a pressing concern faced by first-time and frontline leaders in all sectors - how to navigate the uncertain terrain of new leadership positions. With wisdom and relatability, Gwendolyn explores her struggles and triumphs, offering a unique blend of personal anecdotes and theoretical insights. Called to Lead goes beyond conventional leadership manuals by delving into the nuances of leading oneself before others. It presents a fresh perspective on the age-old debate of whether leaders are bo...
And the Category Is...
An Electric Literature “Most Anticipated LGBTQ+ Book of 2022” Selection A love letter to the legendary Black and Latinx LGBTQ underground subculture, uncovering its abundant legacy and influence in popular culture. What is Ballroom? Not a song, a documentary, a catchphrase, a TV show, or an individual pop star. It is an underground subculture founded over a century ago by LGBTQ African American and Latino men and women of Harlem. Arts-based and intersectional, it transcends identity, acting as a fearless response to the systemic marginalization of minority populations. Ricky Tucker pulls from his years as a close friend of the community to reveal the complex cultural makeup and ongoing r...
Storms of Life
What happens when you come home early and find your husband cooking your favorite meal, and has your lingerie out waiting, but the door bell rings and you find out all of that wasnt for you? What happens when your reckless best friend lets his reckless lifestyle take the life of your wife, how do you forgive him? With all the things that happen in our personal world, where is God? he is there, but in ways the naked eye cant see. He was the one who let your boss give you early release and caused all three redlights to turn green just in the nick oftime so that you can come home and see the truth in your marriage. Storms Of Life!
Purposeful Teaching and Learning in Diverse Contexts
Teachers have faced serious public critique regarding their effectiveness and professionalism in classrooms. At every level, their work is often measured solely against student achievement outcomes, often on standardized tests (Darling-Hammond & Youngs, 2002; Ravitch, 2010). Unfortunately, students who are coming from culturally, economically, and linguistically diverse backgrounds are often occupying the bottom rungs regarding academic achievement (Ladson-Billings, 1995; Milner,2010; Hucks, 2014). What are the obstacles and challenges teachers and students face in their respective school settings and how do they grapple with and overcome them? Finally, what do these teachers and students kn...
The Devil and Sherlock Holmes
By the author of the international Number One bestsellers KILLERS OF THE FLOWER MOON and THE WAGER ‘Chilling . . . Poignant . . . Haunting and gripping . . . gets into worlds that are otherwise invisible to us’ Daily Mail A Polish detective tries to determine whether an author planted clues to a real murder in his post-modern novel An arson investigator races to prove whether a man about to be executed is innocent Scientists stalk a sea monster … In this engrossing collection, David Grann sets out to unravel the truth of twelve great, real-life mysteries. Each of these mesmerising stories is true; the protagonists are mortal and pieces of the puzzle often elude them. Some of the characters are driven by deception and murder. Others go mad. After all, as Holmes puts it, ‘Life is infinitely stranger than anything which the mind of man could invent.’
Hood Wellness
“A funny, thought-provoking, and profound memoir about the intersection of Blackness and health. Gordon’s vision of a more just future feels both inspiring and possible.” — Kirkus Starred Review What does self-care look like when struggling to make ends meet, living with a disability, or navigating intersectional marginalization? How can you prioritize well-being while divesting from systems built to destroy you? The answer: Hood Wellness, a groundbreaking exploration that challenges the oppressive systems deeply rooted in health and wellness industries in the United States. In a world where self-care is critical to survival, Gordon offers a revolutionary perspective that celebrates ...
Providence College Basketball
Over the past forty-five years, Friar basketball has captured the attention of sports fans in Rhode Island and throughout New England. From humble beginnings, the small Dominican school on Smith Hill in Providence has produced a story reminiscent of David and Goliath. The legend persists: tiny Providence College taking on and beating the big boys of college basketball. Run on a shoestring budget in the 1950s and 1960s, the program rose up out of nowhere to pull upset after upset. The school went on to dominate college basketball in New England, recording more postseason tournament games and victories, more twenty-win seasons, more All-Americans, and more players in the pros than any school in the region. Providence College Basketball: The Friar Legacy examines the seventy-five-year history of Friar hoops and celebrates the great players, coaches, games, and moments that have made Providence College basketball so unforgettable. Relive the annual trips to the National Invitation Tournament, the two Final Fours, and discover how Rhode Island became hooked on the Friars.
Learning While Black and Queer
Research-based guidance for educators, teacher educators, and community learning partners to effectively support LGBTQ+ students of color
