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"I grew up worried I might 'waste my life,' taught that everything I did needed to ‘count for eternity.’ For anyone who knows that pressure in their bones, Garcia offers a gift. He gently calls us back to our humanity and to what life is actually for: love, connection, and being fully present to what matters most."—Brian Recker

"As the country prepares to celebrate its semiquincentennial, the authors challenge us not merely to parrot the ideals of liberty and justice that we learned in grade school, but also to do what we can to ensure that American democracy exists for generations to come."—Jenice Armstrong

Celebration matters.
History matters.
Juneteenth matters.

This day, made even more important by current efforts to erase it, serves as a powerful reminder to honor the history and celebrate the accomplishments of Black Americans, while also acknowledging the ongoing fight for justice and equity.

Discover books that honor the spirit of Juneteenth, perfect for today and every other day of the year.

In a world where not everyone is welcoming and affirming, supportive relationships can mean everything. These books offer guidance for navigating relationships, healing our grief and wounds, and learning to live authentically in our families and communities.

What does it mean to be human in today’s technological age, especially as we face the rise of AI? Wired for Wonder explores the massive and mundane ways technology shapes and reshapes our world.

There's still time to register for our America at 250 Webinar happening TOMORROW Thursday, June 18th, at 1 pm ET/ 12 noon CT! Hosted by Yolanda Pierce alongside several incredible panelists!

Defending our democracy starts with understanding the forces that are trying to distort it. This conversation will help you look critically and with hopeful discernment.

Register >> https://hubs.li/Q04lF2zR0

"Remembering Roots highlights the indomitability of the human spirit and reminds us that, like our ancestors, as long as we continue to breathe, there's hope."—LeVar Burton

Do you feel powerless over your relationship to technology? Does your attachment to your phone feel out of your control?

The Power in Your Hands is a powerful reminder that we can reclaim our attention and invites us to discover who we might become if we put down our phones and step back into our lives.

In one week, on June 19, we celebrate Juneteenth, a holiday that commemorates the emancipation of enslaved African Americans in the US. Dive into these books that not only honor Juneteenth but also foster reflection, conversation, and change and create space for storytelling and community-building.