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Love is never simple—especially when faith, culture, and identity are at stake. In this gripping sequel, Kareem Parker explores the forbidden romance between a devoted Muslim woman and a Christian man. Their journey is fraught with even greater obstacles, as the woman must navigate not only family and community expectations, but also the profound restrictions placed on her by tradition and faith. “Unlikely Entanglements II” dives deep into the heart of interfaith love, highlighting the resilience, sacrifices, and hope required to bridge worlds.

Kareem Abdul-Jabbar’s deeply personal essay explores racial conflict through the prism of his childhood and the influence of his father, a police officer who walked the beat between two worlds.

Temilola is a kind-hearted boy from the upper echelons of Nigerian society who wakes up alone in the middle of Lagos and discovers that he has lost his memory. He soon finds that this is the least of his problems, as he must now attempt to survive the dangerous streets of Lagos.

Sex sells. Tawanna learned this early on in life and had been applying this knowledge to every aspect of her life ever since. Tawanna had no problem with using what she had in order to get what she wanted. Tawanna's daughter, who was only 15 years younger than her, was the complete opposite. Alie wanted nothing from anyone. She believed that hard work was the thing that got you to the top. Alie was an up-and-coming R&B singer whose career had risen earlier, but was now stuck at a standstill.

Trapped is the story of a single mother trying her best to raise three kids on her own, the best way that she can, while trying to manage some sort of a love life for herself. Trapped is the first installment in this series of books that will take you through the trials and tribulations of Zakia, a young woman who was on her way down a very dark and destructive path.

It is 1872, and a series of gruesome murders is the talk of London. Mycroft Holmes - now 26 and a force to be reckoned with at the War Office - has no interest in the killings; however his brother Sherlock has developed a distasteful fascination for the macabre to the detriment of his studies, much to Mycroft's frustration. When a ship carrying cargo belonging to Mycroft's best friend Cyrus Douglas runs aground, Mycroft persuades Sherlock to serve as a tutor at the orphanage that Douglas runs as a charity, so that Douglas might travel to see what can be salvaged.

It is 1873, and as the economies of Europe threaten to crumble, Mycroft Holmes finds himself in service to the Crown once again. A distant relative of Queen Victoria has been slain by the Fire Four Eleven killer, a serial murderer who leaves no mark upon his victims, only a mysterious calling card. Meanwhile, Sherlock has already taken it upon himself to solve the case as his interest in the criminal mind grows into an obsession.

Korey Taylor, a.k.a. "Killa Korey" and his ace, Hammer, were sentenced to serve two decades in federal prison, but after an unexpected change in the crack cocaine sentencing laws, Korey is released. Now he's on his way home to Charlotte, North Carolina. Like Hammer, Korey is a thug with a violent nature, nothing to joke around with in the cold streets. However, while serving his time, Korey took classes that he hoped would help him become someone other than a drug dealer. Armed with a new way of thinking and a deep desire to reconnect with his teenage daughter, Korey wants to wave goodbye to the game.

The first memoir for young readers by sports legend Kareem Abdul-Jabbar. At one time, Lew Alcindor was just another kid from New York City with all the usual problems: He struggled with fitting in, with pleasing a strict father, and with overcoming shyness that made him feel socially awkward...

Former NBA star and Presidential Medal of Freedom recipient Kareem Abdul-Jabbar explores his 50-year friendship with Coach John Wooden, one of the most enduring and meaningful relationships in sports history. When future NBA legend Kareem Abdul-Jabbar was still an 18-year-old high school...

A powerful wartime saga recounting the extraordinary story of the 761st Tank Battalion, the first all-black armored unit to see combat in World War II. “More than a combat story . . . it’s also the story of how black soldiers had to fight (literally and figuratively) for the right to...

The world's elite athletes and coaches achieve high performance through inspiring leadership, mental toughness, and direction-setting strategic choices. Harvard Business Review has talked to many of these high performers throughout the years to learn how their success translates to the world of business. If you read (or listen to) nothing else on management lessons from the world of sports, listen to these ten articles by athletes, coaches, and leadership experts.

Do you feel held back by unresolved wounds from your past? Struggling to silence the inner critic and feel truly at peace with yourself? If you’re tired of carrying emotional baggage that prevents you from living your best life, Healing Your Inner Child in a Year or Less! is your solution.

This unforgettable and “beautifully written” (The Seattle Times) memoir explores first love, unthinkable loss, and the toll of grief. Kareem Rosser and Lee Lee Jones were young, beautiful, and deeply in love. Their love was a real-world romance that felt like a fairy tale: Kareem was raised...

Necessary Evil is a book based on the social ecology of New York’s drug trade during the early 90s. It documents how people from various ethnic back rounds function in the “urban melting pot”. Dealing with poverty many young men turn to selling narcotics as a means of survival. We often examine the perils of the inner city, with the many treacherous deeds, crimes and evil acts performed by some of our brothers and sisters. Not taking the time to realize that a lot of these evils are necessary to establish them as apex predators in a concrete jungle where the rules are eat or be eaten.

Kai M. Jordan, the author, understands the daily battle with ADHD intimately. With a background in psychology and years of experience working with individuals facing ADHD-related challenges, Jordan brings both professional expertise and personal understanding to this comprehensive guide. Having triumphed over organizational chaos personally, the author shares insights that go beyond generic advice.

Learn How to overcome ADHD distractions and stay organized, master your relationships, control your emotions, and advance your career, and finances with 30 practical exercises now! Studies show a greater number of cases diagnosed with ADHD in the young women population every year, pressure from society and women-related struggles play a factor in this.

Navigating the world of fatherhood for the first time can be exhilarating and overwhelming. Rookie Dad Diaries illuminates the path for those standing at the threshold, offering insight, compassion, and practical wisdom. This book isn’t just a collection of tips and advice, but rather a compass helping new fathers to navigate through the myriad emotions, responsibilities, and transformative moments encountered while embracing their new role.

The 14 dad authors of Tales from Fatherhood have a combined 874 years of fatherhood experience! This collection of stories of triumph over the seen and unseen challenges of fatherhood is sure to inspire, motivate, and challenge many of the “conventions” about the blessed assignment of fatherhood. You will hear stories from fathers who had to create their own blueprint for raising and loving their children, some who grew up in loving homes with their own fathers as that blueprint, and those who would mark their relationship status with their dad as “it’s complicated”.

This is not a book for the faint of heart; it is for those who are so afraid to say what they really mean or want to say. Broken allows you to be you. It allows you to be broken. We are so beautifully and gracefully broken. Connect with yourself and connect with others by seeing the beauty in one another. This book will take you on that journey to discovering yourself and discovering the beauty that lies within you and within others. Allow yourself to be wowed as you, hopefully, will come to know that we are all the same—broken little twigs.