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Quick view Urban Reader Books BETTER LATE THAN NEVER $26.00 In this stunning conclusion to the bestselling Reverend Curtis Black series, Curtis's secret past returns in an unwelcome--but ultimately healing--visit.Rev. Curtis Black is no stranger to scandal... Add to Cart Add to Wish list Compare
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Quick view Urban Reader Books DEAR WHITE PEOPLE: A GUIDE TO INTER-RACIAL HARMONY IN "POST-RACIAL" AMERICA $19.99 In the satirical tradition of the New York Times bestseller Stuff White People Like comes this witty companion book to the "incredibly entertaining" (Indiewire) film of the same name, which "heralds... Add to Cart Add to Wish list Compare
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Quick view Urban Reader Books Democracy: Stories from the Long Road to Freedom $35.00 $5.00 From the former secretary of state and bestselling author -- a sweeping look at the global struggle for democracy and why America must continue to support the cause of human freedom."This heartfelt... Add to Cart Add to Wish list Compare
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