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During Black History Month, we pause to salute and reflect on the contributions African-Americans have made to the rich fabric that makes up the United States. There are many untold stories that reveal the best of Americans who stepped up when duty called, broke through barriers, or quietly made their communities better one person at a time.

The month of February has marked the celebration of Black History Month for more than half a century, an observance that highlights the achievements of African Americans. The yearly commemoration might not exist today if it were not for educator and historian Dr. Carter G. Woodson, who devoted most of his life to shining a light on the accomplishments of African Americans throughout history. Known as the Father of Black History, Woodson was motivated by contemporary historians who had tendencies to conceal historical contributions made by African Americans from the history books.

Blind from birth, Dante is his own worst enemy. Adrift in life, Cassidi is looking for more. Both of them are looking for happiness in all the wrong places...until they meet at The Red Lair. Sparks fly and inner darkness will come to light as these two learn who they are to each other, and to themselves.

Throughout history, African American musicians and artist have made a profound impact in music, they have given sound and voice through a wide variety of musical genres. Universally they have expressed emotions that is shared through faith, passion, joy, comfort, and injustice through songs that speaks directly to the heart and spirit. The incredible men and woman featured in this book are responsible for creating some of the most iconic songs ever recorded in the history of music.

Jack Wilson, a recently demoted RCMP officer, has given up on life after losing his grandfather to a deadly virus that has the world in its grips. Dr. Michael Chung has the secrets to the vaccine for the viral disease that is the cause of the pandemic. Dr. Emily Rogers pushes her work aside to travel to China, to pursue the truth about the mystery her late father revealed in a letter. Emily recruits Jack to go to China and convince Dr. Chung to help them develop a vaccine for her.

What really makes a leader? Spencer Conley has walked that walk, as an athlete, coach, and leadership entrepreneur and now he's sharing his secrets. His new book, Lead with L.O.V.E., is a life-changing volume from a true motivator that will embrace and empower listeners with a fresh willingness to learn ways to lead. Are you ready to examine yourself? Can you look at who you have become and stop allowing complacency to sneak up on you? "Identify yourself", Conley says. "Be open and honest with yourself, as none of us live 100 percent of anything and that is okay!"

Kwame "Soul" Asante, the son of a vicious African warlord, has never had it easy - especially after coming to America for new and prosperous beginnings. Putting his dark past behind him, he decides to get a normal 9-to-5 working as a corrections officer at a minimum security prison in Gainesville, Georgia. Things are going swimmingly until the troublesome and mysterious Diana Prince crosses his path. She's annoying, obnoxious, and a pain in his ass. But on the upside, she's also beautiful, kind-hearted, and compassionate.

In this micro-book on Bitcoin, you'll learn what Bitcoin is and how it works; what a Bitcoin wallet is; how you can make Bitcoin through mining; why Bitcoin protects from hyperinflation; why Bitcoin could replace gold as a means of storing wealth; and much more.

Want to feel happy again? Want to put a skip back in your step and smile? Let Angelina reveal the happy you, the one who loves life. In just a few simple steps, this guide, filled with handy examples and tips, will help you make happiness a part of your every day. Don't leave happiness at the door - let your happy face in and let your sad face out. Angelina Drake is the recognised author of the How to.... series and part of the motivational "How to" self-belief think-tank.

Playboy Princeton Woods swore off dating after a tumultuous relationship with ex-wife, Regina. Then enters Desiree Loren and all of her baggage. Despite her troubled past and warnings from his friends and family, Prince just can't seem to get enough of Desi. Has he finally met his Mrs. Right, or is Desiree just another bad decision?

We've all been there: used, lied to, or cheated on. But what do you do when enough is enough? You don't cry, you get even! Bien-Aime Wenda presents a compilation of stories of the scorned, including a hopeless romantic, the token nice guy, a submissive wife, the celebrity couple, the hood chick, a mayor's wife, and more. Each refuse to wait on karma but instead decide to seek justice on their own terms.

An unexpected turn of events forces Omar's world upside down. Wrongfully convicted of a murder he didn't commit, his entire life changes in the blink of an eye. With all of the odds stacked against him, he quickly finds himself fighting for his innocence and the love of his life.

There is only one hiding place, one place of true covering and security - the manifest presence of God. Your religion will not protect you. Your doctrines will not deliver you from evil. Your denomination will not save you. Your degree will not heal you. The scriptures and history have proven time and again the manifest presence of the Lord is our only hiding place, our only deliverer, our only healer.

This is a story about a young man from Baltimore city. Who in spite of facing incredible odds, chases his dream. But he learns all too well the dangers of surrounding yourself with the wrong people.

In a world where perspiration is charged up, one man has alluring verses for the evening hours. An Intimate Night with Naim Steward is a passionate retrospective covering the desires and the poetry.

The Vietnam War was fought like a war and it ended with both sides believing that they won. But it was not a war that started with a formal declaration of war. The number of struggles for power that are part of the fabric of Vietnam is almost overwhelming.

A book of thoughts from the poet. A personal note of its vivacity. A voice replete with emotions. Replete Vivacity is the determination of one man's conception. The struggles of life and its brute insults along with a solitary journey. Eugene Lucas' poetry is an insightful voice speaking to the world's listening ear.

Jeter's exceptional talents and off-field celebrity have fans and critics alike wondering where his career will take him next. Inside, you will discover where it all started and learn why so many fans love Jeter so much. From family to baseball to the future, all you need to know about Derek Jeter is right here, right now, in the most up to date coverage of Derek Jeter's life. This audiobook also includes all of Derek Jeter's MLB statistics.

A collection of poetry and thoughts. The Timeless Race: I fly on velvety wings and balmy wind/As fingers with purpose caress my skin/I forget to breathe and slip through time and space/As my heart joins yours in life's timeless race

"Twenty-seven years I've been staying strong / If God didn't want me here I wouldn't belong / So why was everyone treating me wrong / I still play it in my head..." This book is a collection of poems and prayers written in unique and contemporary hip-hop style.