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In the first of this “Women Who Were Kings” series, we uncover the life of the first great woman in history. Hatshepsut–throne name Maatkare–was one of the greatest pharaohs of Ancient Eygpt, and remarkably–a woman. In a civilisation that didn’t allow women to rule, how did Hatshepsut ascend to the throne? What did she achieve,…
In the second of this “Women Who Were Kings” series, we chart the life of Wu Zhao–post-humously named Wu Zetian–China’s only female Emperor. Born a commoner, she was a concubine to two generations of Emperors before finally seizing the throne after her husband’s death. Her remarkable ascent and political acumen is told in this story,…
In the third of the “Women Who Were Kings” series, we follow the life of one of England’s most celebrated monarchs–Queen Elizabeth I. From her difficult early childhood and her struggle to ascend to a throne that would later see her as the progenitor of a Golden Age, this story aims to chart Elizabeth’s political…
In the fourth of the “Women Who Were Kings” series, we follow a German princess’ travels to the vast, distant lands of Russia, where she would be joined in a loveless marriage to its future Emperor. Neglected by her husband and refusing to accept a barren future where she has no influence, the woman who…
Like all legends, people fade away, but not before leaving an incredible legacy. Strange Fruit, Volume II: More Uncelebrated Narratives from Black History is a collection of stories from early African American history that represent the oddity of success in the face of great adversity. Each of the eight illustrated chapters chronicles an uncelebrated African…
AWKWARD: The Social Dos and Don’ts of Being a Young Adult breaks down family, friends, work, and community social situations to help provide tips on socially acceptable behavior in everyday situations. Each situation includes examples of dos and don’ts that related to different perspectives and learning styles. The “do” section is intended to teach specific…
During a time of heated immigration debate and unrest, this book is an opportunity to hear directly from youth who are often in the headlines but whose stories don’t get told in full. Sixteen young people from the Latin American Youth Center (LAYC) in Washington, D.C. came together to tell their own stories of immigration…
NEW EDITION with a Foreword by award-winning author Meg Medina. During a time of heated immigration debate and unrest, this book is an opportunity to hear directly from youth who are often in the headlines but whose stories don’t get told in full. Sixteen young people from the Latin American Youth Center (LAYC) in Washington,…
A Junior Library Guild Selection “Highly recommended for readers passionate about activism.” — SCHOOL LIBRARY JOURNAL, Starred Review “Sure to inspire today’s youthful generation of tenacious changemakers.” — BOOKLIST, Starred Review “The messages of hope are universal.” — PUBLISHERS WEEKLY, Starred Review “A timely read about friendship amid chaos.” — NPR “It’s hard to imagine…
A Boston Globe-Horn Book Nonfiction Award Winner and a Moonbeam Children’s Book Gold Award Winner, Photographic is a picture book biography of Graciela Iturbide from author Isabel Quintero and illustrator Zeke Peña. Graciela Iturbide was born in Mexico City in 1942, the oldest of 13 children. When tragedy struck Iturbide as a young mother, she…
Illustrator Kaz Rowe’s graphic biography Liberated: The Radical Art and Life of Claude Cahun, reveals how the creative and courageous Surrealist artist championed freedom at every turn, from rejecting gender norms and finding queer love to risking death to sabotage the Nazis. Winner of the 2024 PROSE Award, Non-fiction graphic novels At the turn of…
“A tender and thoughtful rendering of an important artist’s life. Sam Nakahira uses the power and beauty of comics to its fullest to immerse you in the mind and genius of Ruth Asawa. As soon as I finished it, I wanted to read it again!”–Tillie Walden, Eisner Award-winning cartoonist and illustrator Brave, unconventional, and determined,…
Disaster preparedness doesn’t have to be scary. Use this valuable resource and start preparing today! Do you know the warning signs for a tsunami? Where to shelter during an earthquake? Or where your nearest designated evacuation spot is? With the increase in extreme weather, it’s more important than ever to be ready for earthquakes, tsunamis,…
The sequel to the popular comic book in the “Fame” series. One Direction is one of the biggest sensations in the world today and this issue has documented their Fame in since they formed. See what One Direction is a British-Irish boy band consisting of members Niall Horan, Zayn Malik, Liam Payne, Harry Styles and…
The biggest super team since the X-Men comes the white hot music sensation One Direction! For the 1st time, the two sold out issues of the Fame One Direction join forces in one giant-sized graphic novel. See what One Direction is a British-Irish boy band consisting of members Niall Horan, Zayn Malik, Liam Payne, Harry…
A new special edition with bonus pages and zero ads. Kamala Devi Harris is the first woman to become hold Vice President of the United States. A lawyer, prosecutor, and former attorney general, Harris has devoted herself to bettering her constituents’ lives while focusing on social issues that help minorities and women. Her no-nonsense approach…
