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Download or read book Oreo written by Fran Ross and published by New Directions Publishing. This book was released on 2015-07-07 with total page 156 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A pioneering, dazzling satire about a biracial black girl from Philadelphia searching for her Jewish father in New York City Oreo is raised by her maternal grandparents in Philadelphia. Her black mother tours with a theatrical troupe, and her Jewish deadbeat dad disappeared when she was an infant, leaving behind a mysterious note that triggers her quest to find him. What ensues is a playful, modernized parody of the classical odyssey of Theseus with a feminist twist, immersed in seventies pop culture, and mixing standard English, black vernacular, and Yiddish with wisecracking aplomb. Oreo, our young hero, navigates the labyrinth of sound studios and brothels and subway tunnels in Manhattan, seeking to claim her birthright while unwittingly experiencing and triggering a mythic journey of self-discovery like no other.

Download or read book Miss Match written by Erynn Mangum and published by Tyndale House. This book was released on 2014-02-27 with total page 262 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Lauren Holbrook has found her life’s calling: matchmaking for the romantically challenged. And with the eclectic cast of characters in her world, there’s tons of potential to play “connect the friends.” Lauren sets out to introduce Nick, her carefree singles’ pastor, to Ruby, her neurotic coworker who plans every second of every day. What could possibly go wrong? Just about everything.

Download or read book The Hoax written by Clifford Irving and published by Open Road Media. This book was released on 2014-04-01 with total page 455 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A “fascinating” memoir—and the inspiration for the movie starring Richard Gere—from the man behind the forged autobiography of Howard Hughes (Time). Novelist Clifford Irving’s no-holds-barred account of his faked autobiography of Howard Hughes—one of the greatest literary hoaxes of the twentieth century—is the ultimate caper story. The plan was concocted in the early 1970s, when eccentric billionaire Hughes was already living as a recluse in the Bahamas. An American author, Irving pitched the scheme to his friend, fellow writer Richard Suskind: Through forged letters and fake interviews, they would recount Hughes’s life “in his own words.” Meanwhile, Irving’s wife would open a Swiss bank account in the name of “Helga R. Hughes” using a fake passport. Their success hinged on the assumption that Hughes would never resurface to challenge the book, as he had not spoken to the press in over ten years. Conning Irving’s own publisher of nearly a decade out of a six-figure advance, the three conspirators embarked on a hoax that would fool journalists, handwriting experts, and even a lie-detector test. It was not until Hughes himself emerged from seclusion to denounce Irving that the book was exposed as fraud. This madcap, bestselling memoir “is a story which reads like the best thriller fiction and which contains the seeds of a dozen movie scripts. Mysterious meetings, false passports, a beautiful Danish baroness, Swiss bank accounts . . .” The Hoax is a masterpiece of international intrigue and startling revelations (The Tatler, England). “Brilliant!” —Newsday “A masterpiece!” —CBS Radio "Spellbinding!” —Publishers Weekly “Sensational!” —New York Daily New

Download or read book Along Came Adam Then There Was Eve written by Patrick M. Wyburn and published by America Star Books. This book was released on 2015-10-22 with total page 251 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Adam was six weeks of age weighing only eight ounces when found on a rain slick road in Ohio. Sick and malnourished, however after a male geriatric feline adopted him, he flourished and became a prince of the feline realm. With no shortage of arrogance and swagger, in love with his reflection he governs his parents, and housemates. After Her Royal Highness Eve rebuffs his advances, Adam adopts a rescued kitten called Noah. Come along with Adam and family and experience feline life from a cat's perspective as they move west from Cleveland, Ohio to Pueblo, Colorado.

Download or read book Oreo written by Fran Ross and published by UPNE. This book was released on 2000 with total page 244 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Born to a Jewish father and black mother who divorce before she is two, Oreo grows up in Philadelphia with her maternal grandparents while her mother tours with a theatrical troupe. Soon after puberty, Oreo heads for New York with a pack on her back to search for her father; but in the big city she discovers that there are dozens of Sam Schwartzes in the phone book, and Oreo's mission turns into a wickedly humorous picaresque quest. The ambitious and playful narrative challenges accepted notions of race, ethnicity, culture, and even the novelistic form itself.

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Download or read book A Black Philadelphia Reader written by Louis J. Parascandola and published by Penn State Press. This book was released on 2024-06-11 with total page 383 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The relationship between the City of Brotherly Love and its Black residents has been complicated from the city’s founding through the present day. A Black Philadelphia Reader traces this complex history in the words of Black writers who were native to, lived in, or had significant connections to the city. Featuring the works of famous authors—including W. E. B. Du Bois, Harriet Jacobs, Sonia Sanchez and John Edgar Wideman—alongside lesser-known voices, this reader is an immersive and enriching composite portrait of the Black experience in Philadelphia. Through fiction and nonfiction, poetry and prose, readers witness episodes of racial prejudice and gender inequality in areas like public health, housing, education, policing, criminal justice, and public transportation. And yet amid these myriad challenges, the writers convey an enduring faith, a love of family and community, and a hope that Philadelphia will fulfill its promises to its Black citizens. Thoughtfully introduced and accompanied by notes that contextualize the works and aid readers’ comprehension, this book will appeal to a wide audience of Philadelphians and other readers interested in American, African American, and urban studies.

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Download or read book Penny s World written by Jacinda Ann Downing and published by Dorrance Publishing. This book was released on 2023-09-08 with total page 174 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: About the Book Topper and Penny are two young siblings that are growing up fast. Now in fourth and fifth grade, they love their family and friends and all the laughter and entertainment that comes with them. Even though they are very different and act like normal children, they show that love comes from all the interactions they have together, not just unique events like sibling squabbles. They interact with each other and their friends and family like real children, with a child’s understanding and knowledge, that any reader can relate to their own experience as a child. About the Author Jacinda Ann Downing has worked as an Early Childhood educator for over twenty years. She believes this is a God-given gift that she certainly does not take for granted. She has one daughter and two sons. Her hobbies include reading, writing, working out, weekend getaway, playing and watching sports, and window shopping. Downing also attends church regularly for spiritual growth and fellowship, has an active prayer life, and most of all enjoys helping others. She is very family-oriented and believes that a strong family is developed through prayer, love, gatherings, and communication.

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Download or read book Losing Grip written by Darcy Maffenini and published by Lulu.com. This book was released on 2013-04-07 with total page 192 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Two years ago, Lexi Harper made a mistake. As a high school freshman, she dated Justin Longo, the most sought out senior at her school. Now two years later, Lexi is a junior in high school and still being reminded every day of what she considers the biggest mistake of her life. Lexi finds herself depressed and questioning her self-worth as her life continues on its downward spiral. Then comes along the new boy, Shane West. Though he's got his fair share of problems, he's a relatively happy guy, who tries to see the good in everything and everyone. Can Shane help Lexi find happiness again? Will the two establish a friendship? Will he find out what everyone else already knows? And if he does, will he desert her like everyone else? Can Lexi survive her junior year, or will she fall over the edge? Follow Lexi as she beings to lose her grip on life, while trying to survive the hardships of high school and bullying. Maybe, just maybe, Lexi can make it out with her sanity.

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