literary collections

A seasonal anthology that contains poems, short stories, and prose by famous poets and writers of the English language, including Jane Austen, Charles Dickens, George Eliot, Rudyard Kipling, Dylan Thomas, and Nancy Mitford.

"These 101 stories and 12 poems, written by and for Black women, cover it all--from fierce to funny--about hopes and dreams, fears and realities, identity and self-discovery, family, children, even hair. Each one starts with a quote connecting you to a wellspring of wisdom from historical and contemporary Black women"--Back cover.

A reprint of a 1940 anthology, featuring stories and poems that honor Memorial Day.

A collection of 101 personal stories that give thanks to mothers.

"An anthology of short stories, essays, poetry, and comics about the Mexican American experience"--Provided by publisher.

"In this collection of personal stories and essays, award-winning and best-selling authors show that hope can live anywhere, even during the darkest of times"--OCLC.

A collection of stories, comics, and poems about the power of joy and the wonders of Black boyhood.

"This captivating collection of campfire stories is the perfect companion for anyone who enjoys the outdoors. These pages present a range of tales, including daring feats of endurance and strength, epic journeys through new frontiers, and exhilarating encounters with wild animals, plus spooky myths to bring campers closer together around the fire. Readers will discover works by beloved naturalists John Muir and Henry David Thoreau, modern tales of adventure from Alex Honnold and Cheryl Strayed, and accounts of bravery and heroism from the adventures of Shackleton. With a combination of awe-inspiring stories and Pendleton's beloved patterns and engaging illustrations throughout, this handsome campfire collection is the ideal addition to any adventure and a wonderful gift for families and friends who love camping"--.

Contains twenty-six works of American science and nature writing as the best of the genre from the year 2020.

"A collection of Christmas stories [and poems] written by African-American journalists, activists, and writers from the late 19th century through the Depression era"--Provided by publisher.