direct action handbook: this practical guide is a must-have for anyone looking to protest safely and effectively. it covers everything from knowing your rights, handling police encounters, and dressing appropriately, to managing tense situations and being an empathetic ally. with helpful infographics and expert tips, this book ensures you're prepared for your next protest, rally, or march.

how not to get arrested at a demonstration (zine): this zine is packed with illustrations, checklists, and researched survival tips for both first-time demonstrators and seasoned activists. whether you're new to the protest scene or just want to brush up on the basics, this practical guide will help you stay safe and avoid unnecessary trouble during your next rally or protest.

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unfuck your brain: your brain means well, but sometimes it just won’t cooperate. whether it's spiraling into anxiety mid-grocery run or sabotaging your relationships, this book helps you understand the science behind those frustrating moments—and how to reroute your thoughts. with humor, compassion, and zero judgment, it offers tools to calm the chaos and take back control.

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microcrafts: tiny treasures to make and share: learn the charming art of microcrafting—making adorable, intricate projects no bigger than a spool of thread. from tiny animals to itty-bitty accessories, this book guides you through dozens of mini masterpieces. perfect for crafters of all skill levels who love small-scale magic.

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the world according to mister rogers: important things to remember: a heartfelt collection of fred rogers’ timeless words, this book gathers his thoughts on love, friendship, respect, honesty, and more. drawn from speeches, interviews, and previously unreleased content, it offers gentle guidance and deep wisdom for readers of all ages.

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climate justice: hope, resilience, and the fight for a future: former president of ireland and longtime climate activist mary robinson shares powerful, personal stories from around the globe—spotlighting grassroots women leading transformative climate action. from a matriarch in mississippi to a farmer in uganda, this book is a hopeful, urgent call to link climate justice with human rights.

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black farmers in america: photographs: through more than 100 striking images, photographer john francis ficara documents the lives, labor, and legacy of black farmers across the united states. once owning over 15 million acres, black farmers now make up less than 1% of america's agricultural community—underscoring a century of institutional racism, economic hardship, and erasure. this moving portrait captures a critical, vanishing part of american history.

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good trouble: drawing from the civil rights movement of the 1950s and '60s, this illustrated guide offers an unsanitized look at the past—and an action plan for the present. with bold ideas, practical tactics, and a call to keep fighting for justice, good trouble is both a history lesson and a source of inspiration. ideal for sharp tweens, teens, and adults alike.

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kindred: dana, a young black writer in 20th century los angeles, is inexplicably pulled back in time to a maryland plantation—again and again. there, she meets her ancestors and is forced to navigate the brutal realities of slavery in order to survive and ensure her own future. octavia e. butler’s most acclaimed novel is a haunting, genre-defying masterpiece that examines power, survival, and the painful links between past and present.

somebody's daughter: a memoir: this powerful memoir by ashley ford tells the story of growing up a poor black girl with an incarcerated father. his absence looms large as ford confronts the normal challenges of adolescence without his support—and without knowing the reason for his imprisonment. as she navigates relationships, family tensions, and her own identity, the truth about her father's past slowly unfolds. this is a moving and deeply personal look at the emotional impact of incarceration on families and the web of traumas it creates.

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very gay book: an inaccurate resource for gay scholars: everything is gay! trees are gay! blankets are gay! fish are probably gay! in this humorous (and entirely satirical) textbook, find out what makes the world so gloriously queer.

nice racism: how progressive white people perpetuate racial harm: as a society we are increasingly more aware how racism functions as a system that permeates all of our interactions and social structures. in this book by the author of white fragility, robin diangelo explores how white progressives often cause the most daily harm to people of color. drawing on extensive sociological research and experience, this book identifies common white racial patterns and shows how well-meaning white people often continue to perpetuate racial systems and harm.

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vibrate higher: a rap story: talib kweli reflects on his journey from a brooklyn kid with a passion for hip-hop to becoming one of the genre's most socially conscious artists. growing up surrounded by artists, rappers, and djs, he was part of the first generation to experience hip-hop as an established cultural force. through collaborations with icons like mos def, kanye west, and kendrick lamar, kweli gained prominence, while also taking control of his own career. his story not only tracks his personal rise but also highlights hip-hop’s role as a political tool, one that has shaped movements like black lives matter and continues to challenge rising white nationalism.

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mary wears what she wants: this picture book, inspired by the remarkable life of mary edwards walker, a trailblazing doctor who defied gender norms of her era, tells the story of a young girl who dared to wear pants. in a time when girls were expected to wear dresses and boys wore pants, a young girl named mary had a bold idea: she wanted to wear whatever she pleased, especially pants! through the lens of mary’s journey, this fresh and charming picture book encourages readers to question societal norms and embrace their individuality. it gently challenges gender expectations and invites young minds to think critically and independently. this book is marketed for parents of children ages 4 to 8 years old.

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disability pride: dispatches from a post-ada world: this in-depth look at the disability community explores how activism, representation, and attitudes have evolved since the americans with disabilities act. through interviews and reportage, it highlights a new generation shaping the future, from autistic self-advocacy to the rise of disability culture in social media, fashion, and entertainment. it also examines ongoing challenges, including systemic ableism in healthcare, institutionalization, and exploitative labor practices. the erasure of nonwhite and lgbtqia+ voices within the movement is addressed, leading to the rise of disability justice. while exposing these injustices, it also showcases the resilience of disabled individuals who continue to fight for equality and recognition. this portrait of a diverse and dynamic community offers a fresh perspective on inclusion and social change.

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color of law: this book seeks to confront the uncomfortable truth of america's racially segregated cities. the author examines historical elements, systemic racism, police brutality, and societal pressures that uphold and enforce such separations. redlining, gerrymandering, white flight, urban renewal, and other factors that lead to segregation aren't accidents of history or matters of the free market—they're intentional, legal policies that were created with the overt goal of oppressing, excluding, and impoverishing black and brown folks.

ejaculate responsibly: in this timely and compelling book, author gabrielle stanley blair undertakes the task of reframing the debate around abortion away from women's choices and towards men's responsibilities. over the course of 28 brief arguments, blair draws on the science of fertility in order to demonstrate the absurd inequities in reproductive health care. although women are only fertile a relatively small percentage of the time - compared to men who are fertile 100% of the time - virtually all birth control medication is designed to be taken by women. stigmas around condoms (i.e. that they make sex less pleasurable) contribute to the unfair burden placed on women to ensure that they protect themselves from unwanted pregnancies. in ejaculate responsibly, blair puts the task of preventing unwanted pregnancies where it belongs: on the person doing the ejaculating.

angela davis: an autobiography: originally published in 1974 and written when angela davis was 25, this is a fine telling of the situations and struggle of the 60s and 70s. often misunderstood, angela did not want to write a 'personal' autobiography and thus was reluctant to do a book like this in the first place. she didn't see herself as that different from the lives of the millions of struggling people that she and her efforts sought to better. every facet of her own life that she chose to share with us here is tied in some way to that struggle to bring dignity to the masses of human beings exploited throughout the world. what you walk away with after reading this book is how much she really does care about the lives of people. it's not just a bunch of abstract ideas, neat theories, or some trivial intellectual exercise. it really is life and death issues. and she fought for the lives of many as if she would fight for her own.