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The magazine of the Beat Generation returns in this awe-inspiring compilation of the art, essays and photography of the avant-garde Evergreen Review.
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An anthology that uses Reed's own words to craft an intimate portrait of the prickly, intelligent, articulate, and deeply passionate artist.
During his first major sit-down with the music press…
Pat Thomas
A prolific poet, raconteur, activist, and thinker, Allen Ginsberg was also a prolific collector, meticulously saving letters, postcards, draft notes and manuscripts, photographs and snapshots, appearance bills and rally broadsheets…
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All previously unpublished 1970s musician photos by Ginny Winn of Grateful Dead, Gram Parsons, Captain Beefheart, Joni Mitchell, Alice Coltrane, Van Morrison, Maria Muldaur, Incredible String Band, Emmylou Harris, Alice…
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First published in 2012 by Wayland … London –P. facing t.p.
When a close friend or family member dies, it can be difficult for children to express their feelings. This book helps children understand that death is a part of life…
A provocative collection of African-American cultural history.
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This is a coffee table art book and the first biography of Yippie Jerry Rubin.
Addressing racial discrimination, this title encourages kids to accept and be comfortable with differences of skin color and other racial characteristics among their friends and in themselves. Includes a guide…
This lively picture book explains the many aspects of health and fitness in a way younger readers can understand and explores the importance of a good diet and exercise. It…
Pat Thomas, CMI
This series of socially conscious and age appropriate books introduces topics to children that they may face on a daily basis. Topics range from bullying at school, diversity, manners, and…
Contributor Pat Thomas
This friendly little book acknowledges kids fears and makes them aware of things they need in order to feel safe. They learn, for instance, to look both ways when crossing…
DK
The most comprehensive compendium of natural remedies and therapies for mental wellness on the market
An expertly curated collection of the natural and therapeutic resources that are proven to be…
Are there kids in your life who could benefit from learning more about what respect means? This is the perfect book! It discusses the types of respect that each person…
Hardcover, 304 pages6 x 9 in.15.24 x 22.86 cm.
During his first major sit-down with the music press in 1977, between claiming all his songs were about guilt…
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Over many centuries, the peaceful Serenans have built the Serenan Empire and Alliance of Nations. The Bry-Ek Union has invaded, expecting to easily acquire this large and prosperous part of…
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Are there children in your life who are experiencing the pain of seeing a loved one suffering from addiction? This book will help give kids advice and information in a…
This reassuring picture book explores questions and concerns about angry feelings and why people fight in a simple and accessible way
Pat Thomas,Stella MacLean
Single mom Maggie Kincade had a bad habit of falling for bad boys, but that’s all behind her… or so she thought. In order to prove she can handle raising…
While many of us have more than we need, there are others who don’t have enough. I Don’t Have Enough helps boys and girls understand what it means to live…
Stella MacLean
"With Stella MacLean, you can always count on a satisfying, emotional romance and characters that pull at your heartstrings. The Right Guy series is perfect for fans of Bella Andre…
Sam Jackson is back home in Middlesborough to sell his uncle’s farm. It’s the only way to clear the mountainous debt his uncle left when he died. But there’s a…
This unusual picture book for younger children explores the issue of divorce. The fears, worries, and questions that boys and girls face when their family goes through this difficult period…
A beautifully illustrated and reassuring picture that explains all about disability.
This reassuring picture book makes children aware of how unique our planet is and why we need to look after it
The superb A First Look At series consists of a number of reassuring non-fiction picturebooks that give advice and promote interaction between children, parents, and teachers on a wide variety…
Beautifully illustrated books explore important issues in a clear, matter-of-fact way to appeal to young children.
A simple and charming picture book exploring a key topic for school and home
A beautifully illustrated and reassuring picture book for children starting school.
Are there kids in your life who need a gentle way to learn about ADHD? This book will show what ADHD is and how it affects someone who has it…
A beautifully illustrated picture book that helps children to understand autism.
This reassuring picture book looks at the causes and the effects of both physical and verbal bullying and encourages communication of fears and worries to those that can help
This beautifully illustrated picture book for children aged between 5 and 7 explores issues the difficult issue of the death of a loved one.
This informative picture book explores questions and concerns about safety in a simple and reassuring way
