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Got

The first title from The Armory, a new high-quality urban noir imprint edited by Kenji Jasper.

Watch Out for Falling Iguanas

Perfect for readers of all ages, this captivating picture book teaches children about iguanas’ unique behaviors while celebrating the bonds between generations and the wonders of the natural world.

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Bivouac

The death of a Jamaican man’s father raises questions about the father’s political endeavors, and about the plight of 1980s Jamaica.

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Larry Crane — Rough Trade NYC (New York, NY)

11/3/26, 6:00pm

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The Angel at the Gates

Grandma, What’s That? Countdown to Christmas: A Nine Mile Babies Adventure

The Royal We

Day One: 2024 Was 1984 FAFO

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The Kevin Powell Reader: Essential Writings and Conversations

A hopeful and insightful collection by one of the great voices of our time

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Caught Up

Author of the mega–best seller B-More Careful (350,000 sales) is back with an irresistible hard-boiled crime story.

Watch Out for Falling Iguanas

Perfect for readers of all ages, this captivating picture book teaches children about iguanas’ unique behaviors while celebrating the bonds between generations and the wonders of the natural world.

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Order on Barnes & Noble
Order on Amazon

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