Upside Your Head!

Upside Your Head!
Author: Johnny Otis
Publisher: Wesleyan University Press
Total Pages: 218
Release: 1993-11-19
Genre: History
ISBN: 9780819562876

An intriguing memoir by the legendary bandleader.

Oops Upside Your Head

Oops Upside Your Head
Author: P.J. Shevlin
Publisher: Lulu.com
Total Pages: 262
Release: 2017-10-30
Genre: Biography & Autobiography
ISBN: 0244940207

Nightclubs are closing at such a rate in Britain - down from an estimated 4,200 in 1994 to around 1,700 in 2017 - that they could soon be a relic of a bygone age. This book is set in the period from the mid 1970's to the mid 1980's. The country was emerging from a time of grim austerity with industrial strikes and the imposed 3-day working week. People still needed to enjoy themselves, though, and with pubs back then closing at 11 pm, many found their fun at the nightclub during this golden age of disco. What was it like to be a part of it all? This is an account of one young man's journey through clubland, experiencing the glamour and hedonism, and inevitably finding love. But, there was also the harsh life behind the scenes: the daily grind, constant insecurity, and the threat of physical violence. With its tales of love and laughter, tears and tragedy, this is a unique insight into a social and cultural aspect of British life that could soon be gone forever.

Gracism

Gracism
Author: David A. Anderson
Publisher: InterVarsity Press
Total Pages: 151
Release: 2023-05-09
Genre: Religion
ISBN: 1514007339

We can't ignore color, class, or culture. Instead, we must engage race with a different posture. Responding to ongoing problems of prejudice and injustice, the original seven sayings of the gracist now become eight in this revised and expanded edition that revives the biblical model for showing special grace to those on the margins.

Albion

Albion
Author: Chris Thompson
Publisher: Bloomsbury Publishing
Total Pages: 122
Release: 2014-09-16
Genre: Social Science
ISBN: 1783196459

‘bless this country, God bless karaoke and God save the Queen.’ It’s karaoke night at The Albion, a proper East End boozer and the unofficial home of the English Protection Army. Paul runs the pub, girlfriend Christine rules the roost, and little brother Jayson hosts the karaoke. On the eve of a demonstration tensions are running high. The mosque want to build a community centre next door and the English Protection Army aren’t happy. Paul is going to fight this tooth and nail, but he knows the public won’t listen to a bunch of hooligans. Meanwhile, younger brother Jayson thinks this could be his time to shine. Family or not, this is England and it’s time to take it back. Albion examines the turbulent rise of the new far right in modern day Britain. When they embrace diversity, just how far can the far right go?

Hold On

Hold On
Author: Kristen Ashley
Publisher: Kristen Ashley
Total Pages: 378
Release: 2015-09-01
Genre: Fiction
ISBN: 1311667024

Since she was young, Cher Rivers knew she was not the kind of girl who got what she wanted. A girl who could hope. A girl who could dream. She knew a happily ever after just wasn't in the cards for her. In love for years with the last bastion of the 'burg's eligible bachelors, Garrett Merrick, Cher worked hard at making him laugh. Being one of the guys. Having him in her life the only way she could. All this knowing he was in love with another woman. The Merrick Family is known for loving deep. So when Cecelia Merrick was murdered, it marked the Merricks in a way none of them recovered. Both Cecelia's children found love. Both turned their backs on it. But Garrett "Merry" Merrick knew in his soul the woman he divorced years ago was the one for him. Until the night when Cher took Garrett's back and things changed. The Merrick family loves deep. They also protect fiercely. And with his eyes finally open, Garrett sees the woman who truly is for him and he goes after her.

And You Call Yourself a Christian

And You Call Yourself a Christian
Author: E.N. Joy
Publisher: Urban Books
Total Pages: 259
Release: 2012-04-24
Genre: Fiction
ISBN: 1599832720

Out of all the divas at New Day Temple of Faith, Unique has to be the most colorful one--she and her mother Lorain, that is. Never one to hold her tongue in the name of keepin' it real, it's no surprise that Unique has not been saved all her life. It's safe to say that Lorain wasn't born on the church pew either. Let the church folk tell it, the apple hasn't fallen too far from the tree when it comes to Unique. Lorain--once known as the tight skirt, V-neck blouse, too much makeup-wearing leader of the New Day Singles Ministry--claims she's there to look out for her daughter and try to keep her in check. But how in the world does Lorain think she can even begin to keep her daughter on the straight and narrow with her own crooked life? Some might say Lorain has failed miserably as a mother when Unique ends up in jail for three counts of murder. One who would agree is the woman who raised Unique while Lorain was out living her life freely. As an all-out war takes place between Unique's birth mother and the woman who raised her, will Unique have any support while she fights for her life behind bars? Will all forsake her while they are too busy with their own agendas? Only God holds the answer to this one.

Never You Mind

Never You Mind
Author: Nathan Williams
Publisher: Lulu.com
Total Pages: 106
Release: 2005-12
Genre: Fiction
ISBN: 1411671252

Winston Thurgood--a general labourer--gets fired from his job for trying to start a business on the side. He sues his ex-boss and--to his ex-boss' chagrin--is awarded a whopping $28,000,000. Follows next is endless torment (and so forth) from his ex-boss, culminating in a climactic showdown with Winston's lippy next-door neighbour.

Lu

Lu
Author: Jason Reynolds
Publisher: Atheneum/Caitlyn Dlouhy Books
Total Pages: 240
Release: 2019-10-08
Genre: Juvenile Fiction
ISBN: 1481450255

“Pure gold.” —School Library Journal (starred review) “The perfect anchor leg for a well-run literary relay.” —Kirkus Reviews Lu must learn to leave his ego on the sidelines if he wants to finally connect with others in the climax to the New York Times bestselling and award-winning Track series from Jason Reynolds. Lu was born to be cocaptain of the Defenders. Well, actually, he was born albino, but that’s got nothing to do with being a track star. Lu has swagger, plus the talent to back it up, and with all that—not to mention the gold chains and diamond earrings—no one’s gonna outshine him. Lu knows he can lead Ghost, Patina, Sunny, and the team to victory at the championships, but it might not be as easy as it seems. Suddenly, there are hurdles in Lu’s way—literally and not-so-literally—and Lu needs to figure out, fast, what winning the gold really means. Expect the unexpected in this final event in Jason Reynold’s award-winning and bestselling Track series.

Love Endangered

Love Endangered
Author: Thomas R. Flowers
Publisher: Page Publishing Inc
Total Pages: 147
Release: 2022-02-03
Genre: Political Science
ISBN: 1640279857

Love Endangered: Cause and Effect describes one man's love for the future of his country. America is great, and this is why he is appealing to future leaders. A new world order is needed. Act in the name of love. This book is dedicated to upcoming leaders. It is time to take the torch and represent.

Tip of the Arrow

Tip of the Arrow
Author: Charles A. Bonner
Publisher: Page Publishing Inc
Total Pages: 554
Release: 2020-04-02
Genre: Biography & Autobiography
ISBN: 164544399X

The purpose of my book, The Tip of the Arrow, A Study in Leadership, is to share with young people of today and tomorrow the story of young people like me at age sixteen as the blueprint of the Selma Student Nonviolent Civil Rights movement, a significant impacting factor in the passage of the 1964 Civil Rights Act and the dominating influence leading to the passage of the 1965 Voting Rights Act. On February 24, 2016, during a ceremony awarding the Congressional Gold Medal at the US Capitol in Washington, DC, I beamed with personal pride upon hearing Speaker Paul Ryan's statement that Congress decided to bestow the award to the foot soldiers because their contribution to our country was so great that they deserved the highest honor in our possession, the Congressional Gold Medal. The Tip of the Arrow is our story.