a clever and witty guide to navigating midlife, this book from bestselling duo trisha ashworth and amy nobile feels like advice from a close friend. covering everything from redefining beauty after 40 to juggling the care of growing children and aging parents, it offers practical tips and encouragement. explore midlife relationships, dive into dating apps, and discover fresh career paths or new life purposes. no matter your situation—married, single, divorced, widowed, with or without kids—this guide helps answer the big question: "what’s next for me?"

from acclaimed author patricia hruby powell comes the story of a landmark civil rights case, told in spare and gorgeous verse. In 1955, in caroline county, virginia, amidst segregation and prejudice, injustice and cruelty, two teenagers fell in love. their life together broke the law, but their determination would change it. richard and mildred loving were at the heart of a supreme court case that legalized marriage between races, and a story of the devoted couple who faced discrimination, fought it, and won.

making the movement offers a powerful history of the civil rights movement, from emancipation through the 1980s, told through 200 objects—buttons, badges, posters, leaflets, and more—that served as tools for justice and freedom. spanning from reconstruction through jim crow, the protest era of the 1960s and ’70s, and into present-day activism, these objects were vital in shaping the movement’s tactics and goals. from sit-ins and marches to boycotts and legal campaigns, these nonviolent weapons helped advance the fight against racism, oppression, and violence.

• features over 200 objects that were central to the movement’s strategies, including buttons, flyers, and posters.
• tells the stories of activists, organizations, and campaigns that propelled the cause of civil rights.
• a must-read for anyone seeking a deeper understanding of black history and the ongoing fight against racism.

this book is a powerful reminder of the role material culture played in the struggle for justice and equality—and how these objects continue to inspire today's resistance movements.

she votes is a vibrant, intersectional story of the women who fought for suffrage and those who continue to raise their voices for equality. from the first female principal chief of the cherokee nation to the first woman to wear pants on the senate floor, author bridget quinn shines a spotlight on the trailblazers who broke down barriers. this deluxe edition also celebrates the 100th anniversary of the nineteenth amendment, featuring illustrations by 100 women artists.

• a colorful, intersectional account of the struggle for women’s rights in the u.s.
• heart-pounding scenes and keenly observed portraits of groundbreaking women from elizabeth cady stanton to audre lorde.
• beautifully illustrated by 100 women artists, making it a visual as well as a historical treasure.

she votes is a refreshing, illuminating read for feminists of all kinds—celebrating the voices that fought and continue to fight for equality.

by emma yau, raina lampkins-fielder, rebecca bray

a wide-ranging survey of black art in the american south, from thornton dial and nellie mae rowe to the quilters of gee's bend

for generations, black artists from the american south have forged a unique art tradition. working in near isolation from established practices, they have created masterpieces in clay, driftwood, roots, soil, and recycled and cast-off objects that articulate america's painful past--the inhuman practice of enslavement, the cruel segregationist policies of the jim crow era and institutionalized racism. their works respond to issues ranging from economic inequality, oppression and social marginalization to sexuality, the influence of place and ancestral memory.
among the sculptures, paintings, reliefs and drawings included here--the majority from the souls grown deep foundation in atlanta--are works by thornton dial, lonnie holley, ronald lockett, hawkins bolden, bessie harvey, charles williams, mary t. smith, purvis young, mose tolliver, nellie nae rowe, mary lee bendolph, marlene bennett jones, martha jane pettway, loretta pettway and henry and georgia speller. also featured are the celebrated quiltmakers of gee's bend, alabama, and work from the neighboring communities of rehoboth and alberta.

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the new black west is a stunning celebration of modern Black cowboys, captured in vibrant full-color photographs by gabriela hasbun. this powerful collection shines a light on the legacy of Black cowboys, often overlooked in the histories of the american west. the book focuses on the bill pickett invitational rodeo (bpir), an annual event that honors Black cowboys' historic accomplishments and fosters a tight-knit community of strength, self-reliance, and determination.

through hasbun’s lens, readers are invited into the heart of the bpir, witnessing the achievements and spirit of Black cowboys in the oakland hills, where the event has been celebrated for over a decade.

discover 50 groundbreaking female photographers and how to incorporate their styles and techniques into your own photography. often in the shadow of their male counterparts, these inspirational women developed new techniques, created their own signature styles and captured everything from war to fashion. from early pioneers to contemporary leaders, they paved the way for generations to come and continue to do so, inspiring them to pick up a camera and decide what type of photographer they want to be. featuring masters of the medium, such as anna atkins, imogen cunningham, nadine ijewere, lee miller, shirin neshat, lorna simpson, cindy sherman, zanele muholi and ingrid pollard, this book is beautifully illustrated with full-color images of the photographers and their work.

there are girls like lions is a powerful anthology celebrating the diverse experience of womanhood, featuring 30 stirring poems that explore love, beauty, friendship, motherhood, work, aging, and more. whether you're a mother, daughter, sister, wife, or friend, this collection will speak to every modern woman. with striking metallic illustrations and poems by literary icons like margaret atwood, emily dickinson, kimiko hahn, and naomi shihab nye, it's a must-read for anyone inspired by strength and resilience.

• foreword by award-winning poet cole swensen, known for her literary mastery.
• includes poems from a range of women poets, each capturing unique aspects of womanhood.
• beautiful metallic ink illustrations enhance the emotional depth of the work.
• perfect for fans of an american marriage, the future is feminist, and women of resistance.

empower and inspire with this beautiful collection of poems that honor women in all their forms.

a profound collection of oral histories, those who saw the sun shares the stories of Black individuals who grew up in the Jim Crow South. compiled by lawyer, scholar, and reporter jaha nailah avery—whose family has 300 years of roots in north carolina—this book preserves history through the voices of those who lived it. these deeply personal interviews illuminate the realities of the past and their lasting impact on the present. a moving testament to truth-telling and cultural preservation, this book offers a rare and invaluable glimpse into lived history.

no need to hurry. no need to sparkle. no need to be anybody but oneself. this beautiful gift book gathers over 100 words of wisdom from the legendary virginia woolf. drawn from her timeless novels, essays, and speeches, these carefully selected quotes touch on love, literature, feminism, and life.

a true celebration of one of the world’s most cherished writers and a feminist icon, this book offers a glimpse into woolf’s profound insights on the world, providing readers with timeless guidance and inspiration. perfect for anyone who treasures her work or seeks wisdom from a literary giant.