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Local historian, professor, and artist Tao Leigh Goffe, whose debut book,” DARK LABORATORY: On Columbus, the Caribbean, and the Origins of the Climate Crisis” (published by Doubleday/Penguin Random House), will be released on Jan. 21, 2025.

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Local historian, professor, and artist Tao Leigh Goffe releasing debut book next year

By Milette Millington

NYC Public Advocate Jumaane Williams, William “Spliff Star” Lewis, (Busta Rhymes) Trevor George Smith, Jr. holding a Proclamation from PA Williams, Assembly Member Monique Chandler Waterman, and Dr. Meda Leacock, after a turkey donation by the Grammy-nominated rapper at PS 135 in Brooklyn where he attended school.

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BP Reynoso proclaims Nov. 23, Busta Rhymes Trevor George Smith Jr. Day

By Tangerine Clarke

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It’s what you want for your ho-ho-holidays

By Terri Schlichenmeyer

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Frankie McIntosh co-authors ‘The Art of the Soca Arranger’ with Prof. Ray Allen

By Nelson A. King

Book cover of “Growing Up Urkel” by Jaleel White.

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No need for a remote control for this story of growing up on TV

By Terri Schlichenmeyer

Photo of seasonal cookbook covers.

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What’s on your Thanksgiving table? Let these cookbooks answer the question

By Terri Schlichenmeyer

Book cover of "Groundbreaking Magic" by Martha Blanding with Tim O'Day.

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It’s a small world after all, and change made it so

By Terri Schlichenmeyer

Author Marlon James poses for portrait during an evening conversation with Desiree C. Bailey moderated by William Johnson about James’s new book "Moon Witch Spider King" of the dark star trilogy and Bailey’s book "What Noise Against The Cane" at Books & Books on Feb. 19, 2022 in Coral Gables, Florida.

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Jamaican novelist Marlon James series set for an HBO debut

By Dawn Plummer

Book cover of "The Spirit of Justice: True Stories of Faith, Race, and Resistance" by Jemar Tisby.

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Who needs a hero? You do, and you’ll find them here

By Terri Schlichenmeyer

Book cover of "Lead Bigger: The Transformative Power of Inclusion" by Anne Chow.

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Don’t DEI. This book says to think bigger

By Terri Schlichenmeyer

Three books for kids explaining the importance of voting.

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Your child will vote yes for these great books

By Terri Schlichenmeyer

Dr. Royale-Davis (center, front row) poses with several individuals featured in her book during the launch event.

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Dr. Gloria Royale-Davis releases book highlighting contributions of Jamaicans in New York

By Tracey Khan

Book cover of “John Lewis:A Life” by David Greenberg.

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What does it take to make big change?

By Terri Schlichenmeyer

Randolph Marks proudly displays his books as he prepares to write his third one.

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Shining a light on youth in crisis: Randolph Marks’ inspiring message in his new books

By Tracey Khan

Books on Farms, Food, and Farming History by various authors.

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Where does your food come from? (Hint: It’s Not Just From the Grocery Store…)

By Terri Schlichenmeyer

Rest of the World XI's Brian Lara in action during a game against Help for Heroes XI in the Cricket for Heroes T20 Charity Match at The Kia Oval on Sept. 2015.

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Lara launches new book ‘The England Chronicles’

By Devika Ragoonanan

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