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Karen Strong

3 Books

Cool. Awkward. Black.

Karen Strong, Tracy Deonn, Desiree S. Evans, Isaac Fitzsimons, Jordan Ifueko, Leah Johnson, Amanda Joy, Danny Lore, Kwame Mbalia, Tochi Onyebuchi, Ciannon Smart, Julian Winters, Ibi Zoboi, Lamar Giles, K Arsenault Rivera, Amerie, Kalynn Bayron, Terry J. Benton, Roseanne A. Brown, Elise Bryant

Anthologies Diverse Voices
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The White Guy Dies First: 13 Scary Stories of Fear and Power

Tiffany D. Jackson, Faridah Àbíké-Íyímídé, Chloe Gong, Terry J. Benton-Walker, Kalynn Bayron, Kendare Blake, H.E. Edgmon, Lamar Giles, Alexis Henderson, Adiba Jaigirdar, Naseem Jamnia, Karen Strong, Mark Oshiro

Anthologies Diverse Voices
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Star Wars

From a Certain Point of View: The Empire Strikes Back

Kiersten White, Daniel Jose Older, Seth Dickinson, Hank Green, R. F. Kuang, Martha Wells, Elizabeth Schaefer, Mark Oshiro, Rob Hart, Michael Moreci, Mike Chen, Beth Revis, Zoraida Córdova, Lilliam Rivera, Mackenzi Lee, Amy Ratcliffe, Catherynne M. Valente, Emily Skrutskie, Tracy Deonn, C.B. Lee, Karen Strong, Delilah S. Dawson, Lydia Kang, Adam Christopher, Cavan Scott, Tom Angleberger, S. A. Chakraborty, Alexander Freed, Jason Fry, Christie Golden, Michael Kogge, John Jackson Miller, Anne Toole, Austin Walker, Django Wexler, Gary Whitta, Brittany N. Williams, Charles Yu, Jim Zub, Katie Cook, Sarwat Chadda

Anthologies Science Fiction
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By: Karen Strong , Tracy Deonn , Desiree S. Evans , Isaac Fitzsimons , Jordan Ifueko , Leah Johnson , Amanda Joy , Danny Lore , Kwame Mbalia , Tochi Onyebuchi , Ciannon Smart , Julian Winters , Ibi Zoboi , Lamar Giles , K Arsenault Rivera , Amerie , Kalynn Bayron , Terry J. Benton , Roseanne A. Brown , Elise Bryant
Step into a dynamic collection of stories that completely redefines what it means to be a geek. In this multi-genre anthology, some of today's most celebrated Black authors bring you into worlds where imagination knows no bounds. You will meet a girl who searches the skies for UFOs, a boy who might have finally stumbled upon his Prince Charming, an aspiring performer dreaming of the lead role in her school musical, and a misunderstood magician grappling with powers she cannot fully control. Whether you are drawn to contemporary romance, historical fiction, sweeping fantasy, or mind-bending sci-fi, these eclectic tales offer something for every kind of reader. Each story centers exclusively on Black characters, celebrating the many facets of Blackness and geekiness in both our real world and beautifully imagined universes. It is a life-affirming journey that challenges old stereotypes and invites you to embrace exactly who you are. Discover the magic, the awkwardness, and the undeniable coolness of being a geek.
Anthologies Diverse Voices Fiction Short Stories
13-18 Years 337 Pages
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13 Scary Stories of Fear and Power

By: Tiffany D. Jackson , Faridah Àbíké-Íyímídé , Chloe Gong , Terry J. Benton-Walker , Kalynn Bayron , Kendare Blake , H.E. Edgmon , Lamar Giles , Alexis Henderson , Adiba Jaigirdar , Naseem Jamnia , Karen Strong , Mark Oshiro
Step into a chilling collection of thirteen terrifying tales where the classic horror rules are finally rewritten. In this groundbreaking anthology, an all-star lineup of acclaimed authors of color flips the script on the genre's most tired trope: this time, the white guy dies first. From a hungry hedge maze and bored rich kids to friendly cannibals and vengeful spirits who refuse to stay buried, these stories deliver fresh, pulse-pounding scares. You will encounter a museum curator with a deadly disdain for historical inaccuracies, an old plantation house desperate for eternal friends, and a mysterious magician's box that holds unimaginable horrors. Blending ancient terrors with modern villains, this collection offers a thrilling mix of slashers, supernatural hauntings, and psychological dread. Perfect for fans of dark fiction and slasher films, these interconnected nightmares provide a brilliant, subversive take on survival. Prepare to venture into dark basements, navigate impossible traps, and confront the monsters lurking in the shadows. This is a masterful horror anthology that will keep you reading late into the night if you can survive the first kill.
Anthologies Diverse Voices Short Stories
13-18 Years 304 Pages
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By: Kiersten White , Daniel Jose Older , Seth Dickinson , Hank Green , R. F. Kuang , Martha Wells , Elizabeth Schaefer , Mark Oshiro , Rob Hart , Michael Moreci , Mike Chen , Beth Revis , Zoraida Córdova , Lilliam Rivera , Mackenzi Lee , Amy Ratcliffe , Catherynne M. Valente , Emily Skrutskie , Tracy Deonn , C.B. Lee , Karen Strong , Delilah S. Dawson , Lydia Kang , Adam Christopher , Cavan Scott , Tom Angleberger , S. A. Chakraborty , Alexander Freed , Jason Fry , Christie Golden , Michael Kogge , John Jackson Miller , Anne Toole , Austin Walker , Django Wexler , Gary Whitta , Brittany N. Williams , Charles Yu , Jim Zub , Katie Cook , Sarwat Chadda
Step back into the greatest galactic conflict of all time, but look through the eyes of those waiting in the shadows. To celebrate the fortieth anniversary of an iconic cinematic masterpiece, forty incredible storytellers have gathered to reimagine the most thrilling moments of a galaxy far, far away. Instead of following the familiar heroes with lightsabers, these stories shift the spotlight to the overlooked characters who witnessed history unfold. You will ride across the frozen plains of Hoth with a naturalist caring for tauntauns, navigate the criminal underworld with rival bounty hunters chasing a notorious smuggler, and plunge into the murky depths of a swamp planet to face a terrifying dark side vision. From the tragic tale of a wampa just trying to survive, to the quiet rebellion of workers deep within a floating city, every short story reveals a fresh, unexpected perspective. Discover a thrilling anthology that expands the universe you love, blending heart, humor, and breathtaking action into an unforgettable cinematic tribute.
Anthologies Science Fiction Short Stories
13-18 Years 576 Pages
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