Midnight without a Moon

Midnight without a Moon
Author: Linda Williams Jackson
Publisher: HarperCollins
Total Pages: 325
Release: 2017-01-03
Genre: Juvenile Fiction
ISBN: 054486820X

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Washington Post 2017 KidsPost Summer Book Club selection! New York Public Library Best Books for Kids! "Jackson pulls no punches in the characters’ heated discussions and keeps dialogue raw and real..." —Bulletin "Jackson’s debut does an excellent job dramatizing the injustice that was epidemic in the pre–civil rights South and capturing the sounds and sensibilities of that time and place. Her sympathetic characters and their stories will make this thoughtful book especially good for classroom use." —Booklist "A powerful story." —Kirkus "This nuanced coming-of-age story by a debut author is deftly delivered, with engaging characters set against a richly contextualized backdrop of life for African Americans during the Jim Crow era. It’s also an authentic work of historical fiction...about a pivotal incident in the civil rights movement." —Horn Book "An unflinching and sensitively-told coming-of-age story from the perspective of a smart and thoughtful young girl in 1950s Mississippi." —SLJ “Midnight Without a Moon offers readers an unflinching bird's eye view of 1955 Mississippi. Young Rose Lee has one foot steeped in the segregated South and the other in the new world where Negroes and girls are expecting more, doing more, and willing to risk all to live lives of their own choosing. Bravo to Jackson, for a magnificent piece of writing!” —Sharon G. Flake, Coretta Scott King Award winning author of Unstoppable Octobia May and The Skin I'm In “Rose shines bright in the darkness -- brave, beautiful, and full of hard-won hope. She'll be an inspiration to every reader who meets her, as she has been to me.” –Caroline Starr Rose, author of May B and Blue Birds —

A Girl, a Raccoon, and the Midnight Moon

A Girl, a Raccoon, and the Midnight Moon
Author: Karen Romano Young
Publisher: Chronicle Books
Total Pages: 395
Release: 2020-01-07
Genre: Juvenile Fiction
ISBN: 1452169993

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In this “enchanting” tale of a girl trying to solve a mystery and save a local library, “the magic of reading is given a refreshingly real twist” (Kirkus Reviews). A New York City library branch has been designated for possible closure. But the bookish, socially awkward Pearl, the daughter of the librarian, can’t imagine a world without the library. When the head of their Edna St. Vincent Millay statue goes missing, closure is closer than ever. But Pearl is determined to save the library. And with a ragtag neighborhood library crew—including a constantly tap-dancing girl, an older boy she has a crush on, and a pack of literate raccoons—she just might be able to do it . . . Featuring an eclectic cast of richly drawn characters, quirky sidebars and footnotes, and illustrations by award winner Jessixa Bagley, this is a warm-hearted, visually intriguing tale of reading and believing, and a world of possibility. “Solidly entertaining.” —School Library Journal “Bursting with charm, lovable characters, and excitement that builds and builds.” —Gail Carson Levine, Newbery Award–winning author of Ella Enchanted "A love letter to libraries . . . Big-hearted and dazzling, this classic-in-the-making is not to be missed.” —Katherine Applegate, Newbery Award–winning author of The One and Only Ivan

Midnight Without a Moon

Midnight Without a Moon
Author: Emma Wildes
Publisher: WWW WRITING CO
Total Pages: 128
Release: 2020-05-30
Genre: Fiction
ISBN:

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Trenton Wyatt knows there’s mischief afoot, and the woman nicknamed the Golden Angel is in the thick of it. Unfortunately, he guesses her identity and his honor won’t let him turn away. He isn’t in the habit of rescuing errant and reckless young maidens, but he fears what the danger of her nefarious activities will cost her. The problem is his interference also comes at a high personal price... She’d never aspired to become a lady smuggler, but desperation is a powerful force. Lady Jessica Fairborn unfortunately has a rare talent that gives her an opportunity to help both her family and her country, until the high-handed Earl of Declan steps in. The infuriating man has a lot of nerve criticizing her, when he is a notorious rakehell and his actions wreak havoc on her very existence… One daring young woman and her unlikely savior become the subject of scandal and intrigue in the darkness of midnight without a moon…

The Lucky Ones

The Lucky Ones
Author: Linda Williams Jackson
Publisher: Candlewick Press
Total Pages: 321
Release: 2023-11-14
Genre: Juvenile Fiction
ISBN: 1536233102

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Award-winning author Linda Williams Jackson pulls from her own childhood in the Mississippi Delta to tell the story of Ellis Earl, who dreams of a real house, food enough for the whole family--and to be someone. It's 1967, and eleven-year-old Ellis Earl Brown has big dreams. He's going to grow up to be a teacher or a lawyer--or maybe both--and live in a big brick house in town. There'll always be enough food in the icebox, and his mama won't have to run herself ragged looking for work as a maid in order to support Ellis Earl and his eight siblings and niece, Vera. So Ellis Earl applies himself at school, soaking up the lessons that Mr. Foster teaches his class--particularly those about famous colored people like Mr. Thurgood Marshall and Miss Marian Wright--and borrowing books from his teacher's bookshelf. When Mr. Foster presents him with a copy of Charlie and the Chocolate Factory, Ellis Earl is amazed to encounter a family that's even worse off than his own--and is delighted by the Buckets' very happy ending. But when Mama tells Ellis Earl that he might need to quit school to help support the family, he wonders if happy endings are only possible in storybooks. Around the historical touchstone of Robert Kennedy's southern "poverty tour," Linda Williams Jackson pulls from her own childhood in the Mississippi Delta to tell a detail-rich and poignant story with memorable characters, sure to resonate with readers who have ever felt constricted by their circumstances.

MIDNIGHT MOON

MIDNIGHT MOON
Author: de de Cox
Publisher: Beyond Publishing
Total Pages: 138
Release: 2022-02-14
Genre: Fiction
ISBN: 9781637922743

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"You left me. No words. No explanation. You left me. Not the other way around. Disappearing into the sunset with no looking back." Whitley Dawn could not believe he was the one that had saved her. Could the night get any worse? "You cannot impress me any more with your words. They mean nothing," Whitley looked him dead in the eyes. What was she thinking? She could not believe she just said that to Colt Sampson. Moreover, she didn't even stammer with the words. She blurted them out without thinking about what the outcome would be.What a vixen. He wanted to see those eyes light up like the moon at midnight. Bright with desire. Colt stepped closer to her. He did not think about his next move. He leaned in and whispered, "I promise my words will not only impress you but make your knees weak with desire. You will beg me to take you, Whitley Dawn." "Never, I don't trust you. I made the mistake once. It won't happen again," Whitley clinched her teeth. Just who did he think he was? She had been fooled when she was younger. She had matured. She had responsibilities with the ranch. Colt smirked. "Don't ever say never. I'm back, Whitley, and there is nothing that you can say or do that is going to change this fact." Catching her off guard, Colt kissed her hard on the lips. "Just a little something to remember me and keep the home fires burning."

The Moon at Midnight

The Moon at Midnight
Author: Charlot Bingham
Publisher: CCV Digital
Total Pages:
Release: 2010-12-15
Genre:
ISBN: 9781409057499

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A Sky Full of Stars

A Sky Full of Stars
Author: Linda Williams Jackson
Publisher: Houghton Mifflin Harcourt
Total Pages: 323
Release: 2018
Genre: Juvenile Fiction
ISBN: 0544800656

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With racial tensions rising, Rose Lee Carter must find her place in the burgeoning civil rights movement in this sequel to "Midnight Without a Moon."

Mishkan HaSeder: A Passover Haggadah

Mishkan HaSeder: A Passover Haggadah
Author: Rabbi Hara Person
Publisher: CCAR Press
Total Pages: 240
Release: 2021-03-02
Genre: Religion
ISBN: 088123382X

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Combining age-old texts, fresh insights, inspiring poetry, new translations, and breathtaking art, Mishkan HaSeder sets a new standard in Passover Haggadot. Using the beloved format of Mishkan T'filah and Mishkan HaNefesh, this Haggadah offers beautiful new translations by Rabbis Janet and Sheldon Marder in conversation with an extraordinary collection of poetry from a diverse array of poets. The running commentary by Rabbis Oren Hayon, Seth Limmer, and Amy Scheinerman draws out the historic background of the seder rituals, builds on the social justice issues of our day, and offers contemporary connections to Passover. The text is complemented by full-color works from acclaimed artist Tobi Kahn that will enhance any seder experience. Mishkan HaSeder features poetry by Yehuda Amichai, Ellen Bass, Lucille Clifton, Edward Hirsch, Ross Gay, Emma Lazarus, Denise Levertov, Ada Limon, Grace Paley, Dan Pagis, Adrienne Rich, and many more. Equally suited to home and community celebrations, this is a Haggadah for today and tomorrow. Mishkan HaSeder has the depth to stimulate experienced seder leaders while its accessible explanations will make those joining our tables for the first time feel welcome. "In this brilliant new Reform Haggadah, the old is made new in a spiritual depth that is dazzling. The felicitous translation of traditional and modern sources, the insightful commentary and questions, the moving poetry, the aesthetically evocative depth of the art, and the beautiful and accessible layout of the text all combine to make this Haggadah a genuine treasure that will enrich Passover and the experience of the seder for this generation of religious seekers. We are all indebted to the CCAR for making this publication possible." -Rabbi David Ellenson, Chancellor Emeritus, Hebrew Union College-Jewish Institute of Religion "Finally, a Haggadah that is gorgeous, creative, serious, egalitarian, poetic, and inspiring! With so many layers of meaning and beauty, this new liturgy for the seder will nourish the skeptics, the seekers, and the scholars in your midst. This is the Haggadah my family and yours have been waiting for." -Rabbi Rick Jacobs, President, Union for Reform Judaism "Mishkan HaSeder is a gorgeous new Haggadah, with powerful feminist commentary that illuminates the moral and ethical underpinnings of the Passover seder and opens new doors of understanding, as well as inspiring poetry that deepens the experience. This is the new gold standard for every seder table." -Sheila Katz, CEO, National Council of Jewish Women "From poetry that lifts the heart to colorful artwork that deepens our vision, from the Talmud's wisdom to the insights of contemporary Jewish teachers, from ancient practice to the urgent call for justice in our own day, Mishkan HaSeder will enrich the Passover seder for experienced participants and newcomers alike. Like the seder itself, this new Haggadah is a gathering, a blessing, a feast." -Rabbi David Stern, Senior Rabbi, Temple Emanu-El Dallas and Past President, Central Conference of American Rabbis "This is the Haggadah you have to own. An amazing weaving together of the service we all know, in Hebrew and English, with astounding works of art--poems from many different sources, exceptional page design, and beautiful, meditative color images by the brilliant Tobi Kahn--and with thoughtful commentary that explicates the tradition and orients us to the work yet to be done. There are many Haggadot with various themes, but this is one for the ages, allowing each user to pull out favorite poems, highlight specific directives, open up thoughtful seder table discussions, and become truly immersed in the holiday." -Ruth Messinger, Global Ambassador and Past President, American Jewish World Service

Collected Poems of Jack Gilbert

Collected Poems of Jack Gilbert
Author: Jack Gilbert
Publisher: Knopf
Total Pages: 433
Release: 2014-09-02
Genre: Poetry
ISBN: 0375711767

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Gathered in this volume readers will find more than fifty years of poems by the incomparable Jack Gilbert, from his Yale Younger Poets prize-winning volume to glorious late poems, including a section of previously uncollected work. There is no one quite like Jack Gilbert in postwar American poetry. After garnering early acclaim with Views of Jeopardy (1962), he escaped to Europe and lived apart from the literary establishment, honing his uniquely fierce, declarative style, with its surprising abundance of feeling. He reappeared in our midst with Monolithos (1982) and then went underground again until The Great Fires (1994), which was eventually followed by Refusing Heaven (2005), a prizewinning volume of surpassing joy and sorrow, and the elegiac The Dance Most of All (2009). Whether his subject is his boyhood in working-class Pittsburgh, the women he has loved throughout his life, or the bittersweet losses we all face, Gilbert is by turns subtle and majestic: he steals up on the odd moment of grace; he rises to crescendos of emotion. At every turn, he illuminates the basic joys of everyday experience. Now, for the first time, we have all of Jack Gilbert’s work in one essential volume: testament to a stunning career and to his place at the forefront of poetic achievement in our time.

Better with Books

Better with Books
Author: Melissa Hart
Publisher: Sasquatch Books
Total Pages: 305
Release: 2019-04-23
Genre: Literary Criticism
ISBN: 1632172283

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Featuring 500 diverse book recommendations covering a wide range of subjects, this preteen and teen reading guide is a “go-to resource for parents, students of young adult literature, teachers, and librarians” (School Library Journal). Needed now more than ever: a guide that includes 500 reading recommendations for preteens and teens with the goal of inspiring greater empathy for themselves, their peers, and the world around them. As young people are diagnosed with anxiety and depression in increasing numbers, or dealing with other issues that can isolate them from family and friends—such as bullying, learning disabilities, racism, or homophobia—characters in books can help them feel less alone. And just as important, reading books that feature a diverse range of real-life topics helps generate openness, empathy, and compassion in all kids. Reading lists are organized around topics, including: • Adoption and foster care • Body image • Immigration • Learning challenges • LGBTQIA+ youth • Mental health • Nature and environmentalism • Physical disability • Poverty and homelessness • Race and ethnicity • Religion and spirituality Each chapter explores a particular issue affecting preteens and teens today and includes a list of recommended related books—all published within the last decade. Recommendations are grouped by age: those appropriate for middle-grade readers and those for teens. Better with Books is a valuable resource for parents, teachers, librarians, therapists, and all caregivers who recognize the power of literature to improve young readers’ lives.