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.

touchthinklearn: abc introduces little readers to the alphabet through interactive play. part of the bestselling touchthinklearn series, this board book features scooped-out die-cuts and raised elements for a tactile learning experience.

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• over 850,000 copies sold in the series
• created by acclaimed author xavier deneux
• ideal for preschoolers and sensory learning
• perfect for baby showers, birthdays, and holidays

tired of clothes that fall apart after one wash or struggling to find secondhand clothing that fits? annie philips has the solution. not only does mending and altering help the planet, but it also saves you money in the long run. Upcycle is your guide to creating an eco-friendly wardrobe with expert tips and practical sewing projects. learn to repair and repurpose old clothes instead of buying new, reducing your reliance on fast fashion. this modern approach to sustainable sewing offers advice on upcycling, mending, and creating, with 18 projects to put your skills to the test. grab a needle and fabric, and dive into slow fashion with Upcycle – sew with confidence and craft a wardrobe you’ll love.

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.

mend and revive your favorite well-worn garments with Well Worn, a comprehensive guide to visible mending techniques from the founder of Slow Stitch Club. whether you're a stitching pro or a complete beginner, this engaging guide is a perfect introduction to the art of mending. textile artist skye pennant shows how mending can be a creative and therapeutic practice, teaching traditional darning and sashiko techniques to help fight wardrobe perfectionism and fast fashion. Well Worn celebrates the joy of visible mending, transforming your clothing into unique, beautiful pieces that tell a story.

zero waste blocks offers a modern, sustainable approach to sewing, teaching you how to create a scandi-style collection of 20 garments without wasting fabric or paper. using the innovative ‘paperless’ method of zero waste pattern cutting, you’ll strategically plan your pattern pieces to eliminate both textile and paper waste. this unique technique is perfect for those who want to learn self-drafting and make eco-friendly clothing.

the book introduces 5 simple zero waste pattern blocks—t-shirt, skirt, tank top, shirt, and trousers—which can be transformed into 15 additional designs through small modifications or by mixing and matching. with clear pattern layout instructions and templates, sizes range from uk 6–30/us 2–26. once you’ve mastered the basics, the design possibilities are endless.