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Proverbs for the People Audiobook (Unabridged)

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Proverbs for the People is an astounding collection of contemporary African-American fiction, featuring stories by such well known authors as Pearl Cleage, Omar Tyree, Margaret Johnson-Hodge, Travis Hunter, Parry Ebony Satin Brown, Gwynne Forster, Edward Jackson and Vicki L. Andrews. These widely varied stories resonate with the power and wisdom of the ages, speaking of universal truths that will heal and guide the wayward spirit.

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"Quick read. The strongest part of the novel is the description of the Hurricane and the breaking of the levees. As the author described the rising water, my heart was in my mouth. Excellent depiction of the fear that must have gone through the 9th Ward. "

— Barbara (4 out of 5 stars)

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    " The little life lessons this book teaches are invaluable! "

    — Sonya, 6/15/2013
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    " I'm not leaving a review because I'm biased due to being one of the authors featured in this book. "

    — Roy, 3/12/2013
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    " I feel like this proves to me again that things become more real and thought provoking on page. "

    — Chelsea, 5/21/2011
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    " I really enjoyed this book about a young girl's experience with Hurricane Katrina. It gave wonderful insight on the less fortunate in New Orleans and provided great insight into cultural beliefs. "

    — Fabulous, 5/19/2011
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    " Great read for all of us who are continuing to deal with the devastation left by the April 27th tornadoes. "

    — Hoover, 5/11/2011
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    " A wonderful, beautiful book. Lanesha is an amazing character. Too bad we all don't have the self-empowerment and positivity she does. "

    — Laura, 4/28/2011
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    " Loved the writing style- very lyrical and poetic. Beautiful imagery and cadence. "

    — Nicole, 4/13/2011
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    " Listened to this one. The reader is fabulous. It only took me FOREVER to listen to because I had to take a break in the middle. Why? Because I was listening to it during the April 27 tornadoes, and it was hitting too close to home. "

    — Katie, 4/4/2011
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    " Very interesting fictional account of Katrina. "

    — Stephanie, 3/27/2011
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    " After reading this, I can't imagine a children's book about Katrina being written any other way. "

    — Donquierafaber, 3/20/2011
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    " So sad and beautiful. I became pretty attached to Lanesha, and would definitely read another book about her. I want to know what happens next! "

    — Martha, 3/19/2011
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    " Jewell Parker Rhodes uses imagery that evokes all the senses to paint a picture of New Orleans' Ninth Ward and then builds tension pitch-perfectly depicting Hurricane Katrina and its aftermath. "

    — Abby, 3/6/2011
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    " A slow start, but an excellent book. "

    — Courtney, 3/3/2011

About Jewell Parker Rhodes

Jewell Parker Rhodes is the author of six adult novels, two writing guides, and seven books for youth. She has won the American Book Award, the Black Caucus of the American Library Award for Literary Excellence, and the Jane Addams Peace Association Book Award. She is the founding artistic director of the Virginia G. Piper Center for Creative Writing and the narrative studies professor and Virginia G. Piper Endowed Chair at Arizona State University. She was awarded an honorary doctorate of humane letters from Carnegie-Mellon University