on the political landscape."Ĭharged is an important, insightful book. Even more ambitiously, Bazelon argues that electing prosecutors who are serious about decarceration represents “the most promising means of reform. Through an engaging mix of investigative journalism centered on two specific prosecutions and incisive analysis of broader national trends, Bazelon makes the case that American prosecutors have misused their immense power to punish far too many people much too harshly and, further, that prosecutors must now exercise that same power differently to help reverse mass incarceration. What should we make of these reformist prosecutors, and how do they fit within the larger movement to transform American criminal justice? Emily Bazelon wrestles with these questions in her new book, Charged: The New Movement to Transform American Prosecution and End Mass Incarceration. Several dozen districtĪttorneys (“DAs”) who plausibly describe themselves as reformers or, in many instances, as “progressive prosecutors” have now won elections by promising to shrink the vast footprint of America’s criminal justice system. Until the past five years or so, prosecutors were generally expected to go after those who commit crime with relentless zeal, sparing little concern for the scale and harshness of our carceral system. The role of the prosecutor is currently undergoing a major shift in a steadily increasing number of counties across the United States.
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Strengthened by the sisterhood of ancient magic, can she harness her power to save the people she loves most? Kalynn Bayron, bestselling author of Cinderella is Dead and This Poison Heart, returns with the second and final book in this stunning, empowering and inclusive fantasy duology. But Bri is not the only one who wants the Heart, and her enemies will stop at nothing to fulfil their own ruthless plans. If Bri is to locate the missing piece, she must turn to the blood relatives she's never known, learn of their secret powers and take her place in their ancient lineage. You should pick up this book!' - _ Briseis's mother is dead, but there is one chance to bring her back: find the last piece of the deadly Absyrtus Heart. When shes not writing, you can find her listening to Ella Fitzgerald on loop, attending the theatre, watching scary movies and spending time with her kids. THE BREATHTAKING SEQUEL TO THIS POISON HEART, FROM BESTSELLING AUTHOR KALYNN BAYRON _ 'This duology closer delves deeper into mythology while depicting textured, realistic relationships' - Kirkus Reviews 'A delicious mix of intoxicating fantasy and coming of age, steeped in Greek mythology and peppered with references to the Jordan Peele films Get Out and Us' - Observer New Review on THIS POISON HEART ' This Poison Heart is a book to enjoy on the first read, notate in the rereads, and pump you up for what's to come in its sequel. Kalynn Bayron is the bestselling author of Cinderella Is Dead and This Poison Heart, and is a classically trained vocalist. Through the last 150 years of American history - from the post-reconstruction South and the mythic stories of cowboys in the West, to the present-day controversy over NFL protests and the backlash against the rise of women in politics - Ijeoma Oluo exposes the devastating consequences of white male supremacy on women, people of color, and white men themselves. What happens to a country that tells generation after generation of white men that they deserve power? What happens when success is defined by status over women and people of color, instead of by actual accomplishments? From the author of the #1 New York Times bestseller So You Want to Talk About Race, an “illuminating” ( New York Times Book Review) history of white male identity. While it does seem like it would make sense to kick things off for Peter and Lara Jean right at the beginning of their relationship, the second book actually includes some of the drama that we see in the first movie. I Still Love You below!* The Beginning of the Movie is Not the Beginning of the Book *Major spoilers for To All the Boys: P.S. Here are all the differences between the To All the Boys: P.S. Some of them might be super subtle, while others may feel super different if you're a huge fan of the books. While fans of the book might have thought that they knew everything that was going to happen before watching the movie, things don't always make it to the big screen when they adapt books to film. All of a sudden they find themselves in a huge love triangle and the two guys end up going head-to-head for Lara Jean's heart. However, with her old crush John Ambrose back in town, things are clearly not going to be super easy for this new couple. I Still Love You has fans wondering what is going to happen next to Lara Jean Covey and Peter Kavinsky as they start their new relationship together and finally make things official. Before long, he's tackling her fears into the dirt. The trouble is, grumpy Zaf is secretly a hopeless romantic-and he's determined to corrupt Dani's stone-cold realism. Lying to help children? Who on earth would refuse?ĭani's plan is simple: fake a relationship in public, seduce Zaf behind the scenes. Turns out his sports charity for kids could really use the publicity. Suddenly, half the internet is shipping #DrRugbae-and Zaf is begging Dani to play along. But before she can explain that fact to him, a video of the heroic rescue goes viral. When big, brooding security guard Zafir Ansari rescues Dani from a workplace fire drill gone wrong, it's an obvious sign: PhD student Dani and former rugby player Zaf are destined to sleep together. So Dani asks the universe for the perfect friend-with-benefits-someone who knows the score and knows their way around the bedroom. Romantic partners, whatever their gender, are a distraction at best and a drain at worst. But romance? Been there, done that, burned the T-shirt. USA Today bestselling author Talia Hibbert returns with another charming romantic comedy about a young woman who agrees to fake date her friend after a video of him "rescuing" her from their office building goes viral.ĭanika Brown knows what she wants: professional success, academic renown, and an occasional roll in the hay to relieve all that career-driven tension. One of Oprah Magazine's 21 Romance Novels That Are Set to Be the Best of 2020 We talk about the pros and cons of each publishing option, the qualities a good ghostwriter should possess, and her how-to guide “Write Your Book In 6 Easy Steps”. In this podcast, we talk about her process for bringing a new book to fruition, how her most engaged clients ensure she’s able to write a great book for them, and the differences between traditional publishing, self-publishing, and hybrid publishing. She can help you find your authentic voice. Laura has written novels including The Teashop Girls, The Secret Ingredient, Littler Women, Notes to Self and pieces for websites, , and a variety of content for countless businesses, events, and individuals. One of the first books she published landed her an interview in New York City on Good Morning America. During her undergraduate studies, she was heavily involved in editing the University of Wisconsin’s The Daily Cardinal. Sure, she was a straight “A” student in high school and her class’ valedictorian. In a society full of copycats, Laura stands head and shoulders above other ghostwriters because she’s genuinely interested in writing your story, displaying your authentic brand, in your voice. I’ve known Laura for 18 months and quickly discovered how deeply empathetic she is, her capacity to listen to what’s not being said, and how enormously witty she can be. This best-selling book is for those who may be feeling attracted to Jesus but who are faced with difficult questions standing squarely in their path. "I still have doubts, so I can't be a Christian"."Church history is littered with oppression and violence"."A loving God would never torture people in hell"."It's offensive to claim Jesus is the only way to God"."God isn't worthy of worship if he kills innocent children"."Evolution explains life, so God isn't needed"."Since miracles contradict science, they cannot be true". "Since evil and suffering exist, a loving God cannot". In The Case for Faith, best-selling author, journalist, and former atheist Lee Strobel turns his investigative skills to the most persistent emotional objections to belief in God - the eight "heart barriers" to faith: This timeless, compelling, and thought-provoking book on the Christian faith, now updated, includes two all-new chapters, a current list of recommended resources for further study, and a new discussion guide. Michael (Terrence J) has to find a balance between keeping his new girlfirned, Candance (Regina Hall), and his over-bearing mother happy. Henson) – a corporate titan looking for a man who’s bank balance matches her own. Dominic (Michael Ealy) is having trouble living up to the expectations of Lauren (Taraji P. Okay, basic plot: A group of five male friends – Cedric, Dominic, Michael, Jeremy, Zeke – suddenly find themselves at war with the respective women in their lives. I still think Steve is great and love that his book – Act Like a Lady, Think Like a Man – inspired such an entertaining movie. Apparently Steve spilled a bunch of secrets that only men were meant to know and now women have the upperhand in the game of love. Now I say messiah, most men would say ‘traitor’. I think he’s a genuinely funny guy and has been something of a messiah to women who were struggling in the romance department. My YouTube history is filled with clips from his talk show and Family Feud. I’m personally a huge fan of Steve Harvey. Lee Lai is one of the most exciting new voices to break into the comics medium and she has created one of the truly sophisticated graphic novel debuts in recent memory. Taking a leap of faith, each opens up and learns they have more in common with their siblings than they ever knew.Īt turns joyful and heartbreaking, Stone Fruit reveals through intimately naturalistic dialog and blue-hued watercolor how painful it can be to truly become vulnerable to your loved ones - and how fulfilling it is to be finally understood for who you are. As their emotional intimacy erodes, Ray and Bron isolate from each other and attempt to repair their broken family ties - Ray with her overworked, resentful single-mother sister and Bron with her religious teenage sister who doesn't fully grasp the complexities of gender identity. Their playdates are little oases of wildness, joy, and ease in all three of their lives, which ping-pong between familial tensions and deep-seeded personal stumbling blocks. 2021 National Book Foundation 5 Under 35 HonoreeĢ022 Lambda Literary Award Finalist, LGBTQ Comicsīron and Ray are a queer couple who enjoy their role as the fun weirdo aunties to Ray's niece, six-year-old Nessie. Stone fruit è la graphic novel di debutto della giovane australiana Lee Lai, pubblicata in Italia da Coconino Press, con una bellissima prefazione a cura di Jonathan Bazzi. Bonded over their mutual love of literature, the two boys decide to halt their studies at Dartmouth and take their dream trip 160 miles down the river to the Hudson Bay. Wynn hailed from Vermont, also tough but whose softness shone through his tendency to see the best in everyone and everything. Jack is tough and gritty, raised on a ranch in Colorado, still struggling with his mother’s accidental death. Heller, the best selling author of “The Dog Stars,” weaves the story of Jack and Wynn, two young men on their canoe trip down the Maskwa River, a remote stretch of water that slithers across rough Canadian landscape. In his new book “The River,” Peter Heller shows off his personal expertise and meticulous research cogently. Pinning down very specific and intricate details of the outdoors is often what makes or breaks a wilderness novel. |