A revealing and dramatic chronicle of the twelve months leading up to Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.'s assassinationMartin Luther King, Jr. died in one of the most shocking assassinations the world has known, but little is remembered about the life he led in his final year. New York Times bestselling author and award-winning broadcaster Tavis Smiley recounts the final 365 days of King's life, revealing the minister's trials and tribulations -- denunciations by the press, rejection from the president, dismissal by the country's black middle class and militants, assaults on his character, ideology, and political tactics, to name a few -- all of which he had to rise above in order to lead and address the racism, poverty, and militarism that threatened to destroy our democracy.Smiley's DEATH OF A KING paints a portrait of a leader and visionary in a narrative different from all that have come before. Here is an exceptional glimpse into King's life -- one that adds both nuance and gravitas to his legacy as an American hero.

Product Description: Motown recording artist: As a young singer, Carl Bean brought churches to their feet and dance floors to their knees. From 1964 to 1972, he was the lead vocalist for the Alex Bradford Singers; his hit Motown single "I Was Born This Way" was the first gay liberation dance club hit...read more

Product Description: "Ralph Branca is best known for throwing the pitch that resulted in Bobby Thomson's "shot heard 'round the world," the historic home run that capped an incredible comeback and won the pennant for the New York Giants in 1951. Branca was on the losing end of one of baseball's most thrilling moments, but that notoriety belies a profoundly successful life and career...read more

Product Description: From comedy legend Don Rickles, the hilariouis collected letters of Mr. Warmth.

Former R&B singer-turned-evangelist, Albertina Merci, comes to the aid of Maggie Clay, a biracial television sitcom diva, who has become caught in a self-destructive morass that Albertina must uncover.

An internationally popular comedian describes his youth as a disadvantaged Jewish boy from Queens, the obstacles he overcame in order to achieve success, and his four-decade stage and screen career.

A former blues singer turned evangelist, pastor Albertina Merci confronts a variety of personal and professional challenges as she deals with the possibility of new love, her son and his slick new wife, her sanctimonious nephew, and changes in the neighborhood that have a profound influence on her church. By the author of Sanctified Blues. Original. 20,000 first printing.

Product Description: Through conversations with David Ritz, Ray Charles details his life’s journey with his characteristic and uninhibited energy. He begins his story with tragic memories from his difficult childhood and of his initial professional attempts, and he focuses on the long and difficult journey he followed until he was finally considered one of popular music’s greatest artists of all time, without ever avoiding discussing some of his life’s darkest episodes...read more

Product Description: I love this gameLove the feel of the bat in my hand, the grass under my feet, the shouts of encouragement as I step into the box. I draw strength from the fans and play my heart out for them.I just wish those who control the game had more respect for the guys doing the playing...read more

In a compelling memoir, the noted talk-show host recalls his own youth as he details what it was like to grow up black in an all-white Indiana community, describing what it was like to be an outsider because of his race, religious beliefs, and poverty and the influence of his early life on his determination to succeed and to fight for the underdog. 60,000 first printing.

A recent convert to Christianity pays tribute to the individuals who shaped both his own and others' personal faith, with portraits of Bishop Noel Jones, Rev. Dr. Calvin Butts, Rev. Peter Gomes, gospel singers Kirk Franklin and Marvin Inans, and others who convey a message of hope, love, healing, and faith. 30,000 first printing.

One hundred striking photographic images from Rolling Stone magazine celebrate the art of the tattoo in a series of remarkable portraits of musicians, actors, and other pop icons--including Drew Barrymore, Eminem, Melissa Etheridge, and Ozzy Osbourne. Reprint. 10,000 first printing.