Steven Jay Lynn Livres

Américas Award Winner “An achingly beautiful story.”— Kirkus (starred review) “Eloquent.”— Booklist  (starred review) “Lovely and lyrical.”— School Library Journal This powerful and resonant Américas Award-winning novel tells the story of a young girl’s struggle to find her place in the world and to become a writer in a country where words are feared. Seamlessly interweaving both poetry and prose, Lynn Joseph’s acclaimed debut is a lush and lyrical journey into a landscape and culture of the Dominican Republic. The Color of My Words explores the pain and poetry of discovering what it means to be part of a family, what it takes to find your voice and the means for it to be heard, and how it feels to write it all down.

Zachariah's world turns upside down from the day he realises that his family does not exist anymore. He's forced to run away from his hometown, looking for a place of peace and quiet, but comes across unimaginable situations on his run which he has no clue about where or when would end. Is he able to fend off the cruelty and ferocity on his way? Can he survive the terrible, unpredictable circumstances he runs into? Does he reach a place and the peace he is looking for? Set in an environment of chaos and fear, brilliantly narrating the nature and creations in it, The Gospel According to Zachariah depicts the story of a 15-year-old boy running away for his survival, the struggles he makes and the aftermath of that life-turning run.

Are you curious about the purpose behind the existence of everything on Earth? The Prayers of Astromance offers a mesmerizing exploration of the infinite cycle of reality. Through the lens of magic and wonder, this captivating book seeks to answer the age-old question of why we are surrounded by such a diverse array of fascinating objects. Joseph Green delves into the depths of philosophy and spirituality to craft a sophisticated response to this thought-provoking inquiry. With every turn of the page, readers will embark on a mystical journey that unveils the mysteries of the universe. Through this introspective adventure, one will gain a deeper understanding of the enigmatic nature of our planet and the intricate web of connections that binds all living things.