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Peace, Locomotion Peace, Locomotion Jacqueline Woodson Twelve-year-old Lonnie is fi nally feeling at home with his foster family. But because he's living apart from his little sister, Lili, he decides it's his job to be the "rememberer"—and write down ev… OL14952466W
Uptown Uptown Virginia DeBerry Uptown dives into the high-rolling world of Manhattan real estate. When money, power, and respect are at stake, a Harlem family's bonds are strained to the breaking point. OL15040043W
Kia Tanisha Kia Tanisha Eloise Greenfield Kia Tanisha loves to run, but there's always something or someone in the way. OL15050823W
Who you wit'? Who you wit'? Paula Chase When Mina Mooney betrays the clique's year-long virginity pact, she fears that her best friend Lizzie will never forgive her, while Kelly is only too happy to take things slowly with Greg, and Jacint… OL15095150W
Have mercy Have mercy Earl Sewell State Trooper Marshall Turner's life is a dream come true until Luther Parker, a poorly educated and reckless man, kills Marshall's daughter in a car accident. As Luther flees into hiding and a massi… OL15117930W
The Temple of My Familiar The Temple of My Familiar Alice Walker Returning frequently to Suwelo's visits to Mr. Hal and his stories about Fanny, this tale transcends time and examines such contradictions as black vs. white, man vs. woman, sexual freedom vs. sexual… OL1815835W
From Slave to Soldier From Slave to Soldier Deborah Hopkinson A boy who hates being a slave joins the Union Army to fight for freedom, and proves himself brave and capable of handling a mule team when the need arises. OL42613W
A band of angels A band of angels Deborah Hopkinson The daughter of a slave forms a gospel singing group and goes on tour to raise money to save Fisk University. OL42629W
You and me and home sweet home You and me and home sweet home George Ella Lyon Third-grader Sheronda and her mother help volunteers from their church and Habitat for Humanity to build the house that will be their very own. OL457894W
The case of the scary divorce The case of the scary divorce Pickhardt, Carl E. A ten-year-old boy meets the mysterious "Professor Jackson Skye: Helping Investigator" who enlists his aid in solving eight cases, each dealing with a problem he himself is experiencing during his pa… OL506542W
Black Lace Black Lace Beverly Jenkins The last thing Lacy Green needs is trouble—and handsome Mayor Drake Randolph has "danger" written all over him . . . especially when "His Fineness" accidentally runs her off the road. Despite Drake's… OL553686W
A taste of honey A taste of honey Jabari Asim Poignant and powerful, this debut collection from preeminent writer and critic Jabari Asim heralds his arrival as an exciting new voice in African American fiction.___________________________________… OL5721218W
Clara and the hoodoo man Clara and the hoodoo man Elizabeth Partridge In 1900, Clara always seems to find ways to worry her mother in their home near Red Owl Mountain, Tennessee, but when her younger sister is near death, Clara risks seeking the help of the herbal heal… OL71779W
The champion The champion Maurice Gee In 1943 twelve-year-old Rex sees his quiet New Zealand village dramatically changed by the arrival of a black American soldier on leave from the war. OL728551W
Saving All My Lovin' Saving All My Lovin' Donna Hill With a new job at Pause for Men spa and wealthy Sterling Powers in her bed, Ann Marie Dennis is about to realize her goal—the perfect life. Then fate intervenes and her grown daughter moves in, crowd… OL8032765W
Maniac monkeys on Magnolia Street Maniac monkeys on Magnolia Street Angela Johnson Ten-year-old Charlie adjusts to her move to a new neighborhood when she befriends Billy, with whom she hunts maniac monkeys, braves Mr. Pinkbelly's attack cat, and digs for fossils and treasure. OL861805W
The wedding The wedding Angela Johnson Daisy describes the preparations leading up to her older sister's wedding and the joyous and bittersweet feelings surrounding the event itself. OL861821W
When mules flew on Magnolia Street When mules flew on Magnolia Street Angela Johnson In the summertime Charlie goes fishing with her friends, investigates the mysterious disappearance of the entire Carter family, meets new neighbors, and finds that she and her older brother can be fr… OL861823W
Scorpions Scorpions Walter Dean Myers After reluctantly taking on the leadership of the Harlem gang, the Scorpions, Jamal finds that his enemies treat him with respect when he acquires a gun--until a tragedy occurs. OL98273W
Split ends Split ends Jacquelin Thomas Preferring homelessness to living with her irresponsible mother, teenaged Kylie runs away, takes a job at a hair salon, and learns to trust God. OL999336W
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