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Still I Rise
Roland Laird '82, Author/ Entrepreneur
Still I Rise is a critically acclaimed work with an impressive scope: the entire history of Black America, told in an accessible graphic-novel form. Updated from its original version—which ended with the Million Man March—it now extends from the early days of colonial slavery right through to Barack Obama’s groundbreaking presidential campaign. Compared by many to Art Spiegelman’s Maus, Still I Rise is a breathtaking achievement that celebrates the collective African-American memory, imagination, and spirit.
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Website: http://www.posro.com/about/
Do Something Different... For A Change
Peggy Mitchell Norwood, PhD, '86 - Author
Have you ever found yourself wishing things could be different but you weren t sure how to make it happen? What if a psychologist with years of clinical and teaching experience wrote a book revealing secrets that therapists know but usually don't share? And what if this book supplied strategies for producing lasting change in life? That is exactly what you get with Dr. Peggy Mitchell Norwood's new book, Do Something Different...For a Change: An Insider s Guide To What Your Therapist Knows (But May Not Tell You).
Combining insights from her own experience as a therapist with careful observations from psychology, education, and spirituality, this book compassionately communicates fundamental principles to help you heal the emotional pain and emptiness that keeps you from changing. If you want something different you must do something different. Yet, most people really don't want to change. Why? Because change is hard, it's scary, and it comes at a cost. This book explains the common barriers to change and offers strategies to overcome them. Written in simple, straightforward language, Do Something Different is an effective tool to help you get unstuck.
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Combining insights from her own experience as a therapist with careful observations from psychology, education, and spirituality, this book compassionately communicates fundamental principles to help you heal the emotional pain and emptiness that keeps you from changing. If you want something different you must do something different. Yet, most people really don't want to change. Why? Because change is hard, it's scary, and it comes at a cost. This book explains the common barriers to change and offers strategies to overcome them. Written in simple, straightforward language, Do Something Different is an effective tool to help you get unstuck.
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The Accidental American: Immigration and Citizenship in the Age of Globalization
Rinku Sen '88 - Author
The Accidental American vividly illustrates the challenges and contradictions of U. S. immigration policy, and argues that, just as there is a free flow of capital in the world economy, there should be a free flow of labor.
Author Rinku Sen alternates chapters telling the story of one "accidental American"--coauthor Fekkak Mamdouh, a Morrocan-born waiter at a restaurant in the World Trade Center whose life was thrown into turmoil on 9/11--with a thorough critique of current immigration policy. Sen and Mamdouh describe how members of the largely immigrant food industry workforce managed to overcome divisions in the aftermath of 9/11 and form the Restaurant Opportunities Center of New York (ROC-NY) to fight for jobs and more equitable treatment.
This extraordinary story serves to illuminate the racial, cultural, and economic conflicts embedded in the current immigration debate and helps frame the argument for a more humane immigration and global labor system.
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Author Rinku Sen alternates chapters telling the story of one "accidental American"--coauthor Fekkak Mamdouh, a Morrocan-born waiter at a restaurant in the World Trade Center whose life was thrown into turmoil on 9/11--with a thorough critique of current immigration policy. Sen and Mamdouh describe how members of the largely immigrant food industry workforce managed to overcome divisions in the aftermath of 9/11 and form the Restaurant Opportunities Center of New York (ROC-NY) to fight for jobs and more equitable treatment.
This extraordinary story serves to illuminate the racial, cultural, and economic conflicts embedded in the current immigration debate and helps frame the argument for a more humane immigration and global labor system.
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The 30-30 Career: Making 30 Grand in 30 Seconds-Producing Music for Commercials
Wendell Hanes '93 - Composer/Producer/Author
Record industry in a slump? There is more than one way to skin a beat. At least that is what award winning producer and composer Wendell Hanes says in his up-coming book, The 30-30 Career:Making 30 Grand in 30 Seconds-Producing Music for Commercials!
Hanes has made a living scoring over 500 commercials, promos and show themes in his decade long career, including the well-known “Birth of The Scratch” spot for Heineken. He has worked with every major advertising client you can imagine, from McDonald’s and Pepsi to Mercedes Benz and Nike.
His new company VOLITION SOUND BRANDING creates sound for film and television, and is extending its brand with the book. The two volume set is the most up to date “how to” resource in music composition for the advertising industry, featuring commentary from some of the top names in the game.
“Don’t just wait on the record industry to make money with your music,” advises Hanes.
“Get some of this advertising money and in the process, turn yourself and your company into a brand. The 30 30 Series will show you how.”
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Hanes has made a living scoring over 500 commercials, promos and show themes in his decade long career, including the well-known “Birth of The Scratch” spot for Heineken. He has worked with every major advertising client you can imagine, from McDonald’s and Pepsi to Mercedes Benz and Nike.
His new company VOLITION SOUND BRANDING creates sound for film and television, and is extending its brand with the book. The two volume set is the most up to date “how to” resource in music composition for the advertising industry, featuring commentary from some of the top names in the game.
“Don’t just wait on the record industry to make money with your music,” advises Hanes.
“Get some of this advertising money and in the process, turn yourself and your company into a brand. The 30 30 Series will show you how.”
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Website: http://www.volitionsound.com
GET YOURS! The Girfriends' Guide To Having Everthing You Ever Dreamed Of And More
Amy DuBois Barnett '91 - Author
In GET YOURS! Ms. Barnett shows urban women how to achieve their
wildest dreams...today, this year and for the rest of their lives!
With humor and honesty, she shares her own story of transformation
from insecure people-pleaser to strong, independent woman. She
reveals the personal philosophy that allows her to look and feel
fabulous, find love and achieve history-making professional success.
The book also features an impressive list of exclusive interviews,
including Gayle King, Venus Williams, Sanaa Lathan, Mo'Nique,
Gabrielle Union, Hill Harper, Sarah Jones, Kelly Rowland, Mellody
Hobson, Kelis and India Arie.
Weaving together intimate anecdotes, exclusive celebrity interviews,
thought-provoking quizzes, and brilliant-but-basic tips, tricks and
tools, Barnett gives women the insight and encouragement to:
. Identify and pursue their true passions
. Let go of any negativity that's holding them back
. Find the man of their dreams-and build a lasting relationship
. Achieve your professional goals and accumulate real wealth
. Get the body they've always wanted
. Develop their personal style and nurture their creative talents
. Form unbreakable bonds with their family, friends and their higher Power
. Enjoy life and make every day count!
GET YOURS is a powerful guide that gives all women the tools they need
to discover their passion, create their purpose and live adventurous
and fulfilling lives.
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wildest dreams...today, this year and for the rest of their lives!
With humor and honesty, she shares her own story of transformation
from insecure people-pleaser to strong, independent woman. She
reveals the personal philosophy that allows her to look and feel
fabulous, find love and achieve history-making professional success.
The book also features an impressive list of exclusive interviews,
including Gayle King, Venus Williams, Sanaa Lathan, Mo'Nique,
Gabrielle Union, Hill Harper, Sarah Jones, Kelly Rowland, Mellody
Hobson, Kelis and India Arie.
Weaving together intimate anecdotes, exclusive celebrity interviews,
thought-provoking quizzes, and brilliant-but-basic tips, tricks and
tools, Barnett gives women the insight and encouragement to:
. Identify and pursue their true passions
. Let go of any negativity that's holding them back
. Find the man of their dreams-and build a lasting relationship
. Achieve your professional goals and accumulate real wealth
. Get the body they've always wanted
. Develop their personal style and nurture their creative talents
. Form unbreakable bonds with their family, friends and their higher Power
. Enjoy life and make every day count!
GET YOURS is a powerful guide that gives all women the tools they need
to discover their passion, create their purpose and live adventurous
and fulfilling lives.
Buy Now