Most Popular Books by Melissa Harris

From a highly respected thinker on race, gender, and American politics, a new consideration of black women and how distorted stereotypes affect their political beliefs Jezebel's sexual lasciviousness, Mammy's devotion, and Sapphire's outspoken anger—these are among the most persistent stereotypes that black women encounter in contemporary American life. Hurtful and dishonest, such representations force African American women to navigate a virtual crooked room that shames them and shapes their experiences as citizens. Many respond by assuming a mantle of strength that may convince others, and even themselves, that they do not need help. But as a result, the unique political issues of black women are often ignored and marginalized. In this groundbreaking book, Melissa V. Harris-Perry uses multiple methods of inquiry, including literary analysis, political theory, focus groups, surveys, and experimental research, to understand more deeply black women's political and emotional responses to pervasive negative race and gender images. Not a traditional political science work concerned with office-seeking, voting, or ideology, Sister Citizen instead explores how African American women understand themselves as citizens and what they expect from political organizing. Harris-Perry shows that the shared struggle to preserve an authentic self and secure recognition as a citizen links together black women in America, from the anonymous survivors of Hurricane Katrina to the current First Lady of the United States.

Creativity is not just painting or writing—it's stepping outside the way you normally think to achieve greater happiness and personal fulfillment. With mindful, heart-based practices, 99 Keys to a Creative Life helps you make the most of your creative opportunities, transforming the ordinary into the extraordinary. Nurture and strengthen your imaginative expression, as well as your link to what inspires you, by applying the 33 keys found in each of the three sections: awareness, intuition, and connection to spirit. These keys provide practical methods for daily inspiration and action, making every day more creative and successful. Presenting innovative ways to raise your focus and express yourself, author Melissa Harris shows you how to unlock the gate to a more creative life.

What is the best way to understand black political ideology? Just listen to the everyday talk that emerges in public spaces, suggests Melissa Harris-Lacewell. And listen this author has--to black college students talking about the Million Man March and welfare, to Southern, black Baptists discussing homosexuality in the church, to black men in a barbershop early on a Saturday morning, to the voices of hip-hop music and Black Entertainment Television. Using statistical, experimental, and ethnographic methods Barbershops, Bibles, and B.E.T offers a new perspective on the way public opinion and ideologies are formed at the grassroots level. The book makes an important contribution to our understanding of black politics by shifting the focus from the influence of national elites in opinion formation to the influence of local elites and people in daily interaction with each other. Arguing that African Americans use community dialogue to jointly develop understandings of their collective political interests, Harris-Lacewell identifies four political ideologies that constitute the framework of contemporary black political thought: Black Nationalism, Black Feminism, Black Conservatism and Liberal Integrationism. These ideologies, the book posits, help African Americans to understand persistent social and economic inequality, to identify the significance of race in that inequality, and to devise strategies for overcoming it.

Wedding toasts, website copy, social media posts, even holiday cards—you’ll become a sharper everyday writer with this witty and comprehensive guide to clearer, better communication. You’ll never write an email the same way after reading Everybody Needs an Editor, a game-changing guide to sharp, attention-getting writing. The authors use their decades of real-life journalism and marketing expertise to demonstrate the WTFF technique: Writing, Topping, Formatting, and Fixing. You’ll learn how to eviscerate your own writing—and enjoy doing so. You’ll learn to create must-click subject lines, cut jargon, and write emails that people will actually read and remember. If you’ve ever felt nervous to hit a “submit” button, this book is for you.

Melissa Harris’s dream of being a mother again shatters when a fertility doctor tells her she may never have another child due to a physical anomaly in her uterus. Determined to persevere, she undergoes nine surgeries and a year of fertility treatments until she finally gets a positive pregnancy test—only to miscarry both twins within the first fifteen weeks. When what she’s decided will be her last attempt results in her finally becoming pregnant, she’s told that this baby, Sam, is also at risk. While lying in a hospital bed for six days, trying to get to the golden standard twenty-four-week gestation mark, Melissa makes a decision—she will give this baby every chance to live, no matter what it takes. One Pound, Twelve Ounces is the journey of one mother’s determination to give her micro-preemie a fighting chance, and the story of that baby’s remarkable battle to survive.

A sweeping survey of Mary Ellen Mark's most recognizable series, enhanced with original archival material The images of American photographer Mary Ellen Mark are icons of documentary and humanistic photography. Focusing her camera on the socially disadvantaged and those on the fringes of society, she told the stories of her protagonists without prejudice. In the context of the emerging women's movement in the USA during the 1960s and 70s, and as a freelance photographer at a time when print media was suffering its first major crisis, Mark fought her way to the forefront of female voices in photojournalism. Encounters provides an expansive cross-section of the photographer's full body of work. The book focuses on five iconic series that contributed significantly to Mark's reputation: Ward 81 in which she photographed residents at an Oregon psychiatric hospital for women; a reportage on prostitutes on Falkland Road in Mumbai; a tribute to Mother Teresa's charitable work; Indian Circus, documenting traveling circus families; and the long-term project Streetwise, in which Mark followed the life of Erin Blackwell (Tiny) for more than 30 years. For the first time, this book contextualizes these works within Mark's oeuvre and presents them alongside original magazine spreads and archival material--including contact sheets, letters and notebooks--to reveal the breadth of her accomplishments and singularly compassionate eye. Mary Ellen Mark (1940-2015) received her Master's degree in photojournalism from the Annenberg School of Communication at the University of Pennsylvania. In the late 1960s she relocated to New York City, documenting counterculture movements and societal outsiders. Over the course of her lifetime she published 18 photo books and frequently contributed to Life, Rolling Stone, Vanity Fair and other publications.

Letizia Battaglia s story, her unique vision of Sicily, and her fight for justice against the Mafia as revealed in this biographical monograph are as stunning as they are heroic."

"Josef Koudelka: Next presents an intimate portrait of the life and work of one of photography's most renowned and celebrated artists. Based on hundreds of hours of interviews conducted over the course of six years with Koudelka-as well as ongoing conversations with his friends, family, colleagues, and collaborators worldwide-writer, editor, and curator Melissa Harris independently reports and crafts a unique, in-depth, and revelatory biography. Josef Koudelka: Next is richly illustrated with hundreds of photographs, including many biographical and behind-the-scenes images from Koudelka's life, as well as iconic images from his work, from the 1950s to the present. The visual presentation is conceived in collaboration with Koudelka himself, as well as his longtime collaborator, Czech designer Aleš Najbrt"--

La créativité déborde les seules frontières de la peinture et de l’écriture. C’est elle qui intervient lorsque vous cherchez, hors des sentiers battus, des manières d’être plus heureux et plus épanoui. Les exercices de prise de conscience et d’ouverture du coeur proposés dans 99 incontournables de la créativité vous aideront à saisir la moindre occasion d’utiliser votre créativité pour transformer l’ordinaire de la vie en une vie extraordinaire. Cultivez et renforcez votre processus imaginatif grâce aux 33 clés de chacune des trois sections du livre: Prise de conscience, Intuition et Connexion à l’esprit. Ces clés, qui débouchent sur des actions concrètes, vous inspireront et vous mobiliseront au quotidien pour que chaque journée soit un peu plus créative et réussie. En vous présentant des façons novatrices d’aiguiser votre attention et de développer votre pouvoir d’expression, Melissa Harris vous aide à libérer votre potentiel créatif.

Back cover content: Love it or hate it, remote work is here to stay. Businesses, small and large, must adapt to this new environment. It challenges managers and team leaders who are required to keep the team connected and productive. Understanding empathy and its application in a business context can be game-changing! Leading With Empathy in a Remote Work World is a practical guide that will help managers unlock the principles behind successful remote leadership. This book contains practical advice and examples from years of management experience. With real-life stories and key action tips, you will gain valuable insight into building an organizational culture of collaboration and productivity. The ability to connect, build trust, and communicate effectively with virtual team members on a deeper level can inspire them to not only give their best but be their best, even in difficult circumstances. This book is a resource for the seasoned manager as well as the new leader to grow into the mastery of effective remote employee management.

Never before has it been easier for a writer to get their work out there. Literally, anyone can now make money from the creations they come up with! Whether you are a seasoned author or someone just starting out this book will give you a guide on not only how to write your first book in just 45 days, but also who to contact to get it out there! Learn how to: Come up with your idea Plan your idea Develop Your idea Contact the right publishers Self publish Work as a writer for someone else Write a full length novel in 45 days with my plan

As humans, we look for something that can help us feel like we have control, or at least some one or some thing is in control. But what if God isn't here to support or save us? What if God is simply to be within us? "What if a divine connection between all that exists is all there is? Nothing with control or power over, but a divine potential that is ours to be immersed within? Life lived in the paradox of our humanity and our divinity may mean that we do not have distinct answers nor the comfort and security of a definable path for our lives. We have to be able to hold the paradox, whether in ease or in discomfort, joy or sorrow, or anything in between. We must do both embrace our human condition and surrender to the sacredness within it. Can we? Can we walk the road where our humanity meets our divinity? Within these pages, Melissa Rose Harris encounters this challenging idea, creating an open dialogue around what it means to be human and holy, and guides readers through ways to embrace it. Follow her journey, her struggles and triumphs, some of which may mirror your own, in Where Our Humanity Meets Our Divinity.

Explore the interesting life of Hollywood's brightest star, Blake Lively, with this fascinating tour. In "Blake Lively: Beyond the Spotlight," we delve into the fascinating life narrative of a woman who has had a significant influence on the film industry. Lively's biography is a riveting blend of talent, tenacity, and grace. It starts with her early years as a California dreamer and concludes with her unparalleled appeal on the big screen. Turn the pages to learn the secrets of her quick climb, from the golden brilliance of her breakout role in "The Sisterhood of the Traveling Pants" to the seductive scandal of "Gossip Girl," where she cemented her status as the unchallenged queen of the Upper East Side. Discover Blake's career growth and personal accomplishments as we trace her path from a budding performer to a popular household name. Lively's personal life is revealed in detail in this biography, which goes beyond the glitz and glamor. Take a romantic trip with her as she shares details of her life filled with passion, including her happily ever after marriage to Ryan Reynolds. Discover the true person behind the well-known person as she deftly balances her career, her expanding family, and her charitable activities. "Beyond the Spotlight" tells the story of a Hollywood star while also shedding light on Blake Lively's enormous influence on pop culture, the fashion industry, and the silver screen. Take a look at the ways that she has influenced contemporary culture, from her well-known role in "Gossip Girl" to her ventures into the fashion industry. Turn the pages and immerse yourself in Blake's sparkling world of success secrets. Learn the keys to her success, from her unwavering work ethic to the profound insights that inform her work philosophy. This biography is an homage to the spirit of perseverance, dedication, and the constant pursuit of goals rather than merely a factual narrative. In the entertainment world, Blake Lively has made a lasting impression and has come to be seen as an inspiration, a woman of grace, and courage. The final chapter, "Heritage," delves into her legacy and examines how she has influenced past generations in addition to her effects on the entertainment industry, culture, and the arts. Are you ready to be enchanted by Blake Lively's incredible journey? "Blake Lively: Beyond the Spotlight" is not just a biography but a voyage through the life of a modern icon. Don't let the chance to experience the magic slip away. Obtain your copy of the book right away, and let Blake Lively's captivating tale captivate you.

Michael 'Nick' Nichols has for decades created powerful and eloquent images of iconic wildlife species. His vision is to stir the emotions of viewers leading to empathy and conservation. Melissa Harris has provided a sparkling text not just of Nick and his colleagues at work in the field, but one which provides many fascinating insights into the conservation issues related to his photographic quests. Among these are the survival of mountain gorillas during nearly six decades of civil war in their realm, the horrendous elephant slaughter for ivory, and the ethics of trophy hunting, of killing lions for pleasure. This is an illuminating and honest book about some of the world's greatest natural treasures and those who strive to protect them.--George B. Schaller, author of The Serengeti Lion and The Year of the Gorilla A Wild Life is Nichols's story, told with passion and insight by author and photo-editor Melissa Harris. Nichols' story combines a life of adventure, with a conviction about how we can redeem the human race by protecting our wildlife. The book's two central characters are the photographer--who journeys from the American South, via the photographers' co-operative Magnum, to becoming lead wildlife photographer of National Geographic magazine--and the author, who travels with the photographer on assignment in Africa, to gain intimate and deep insight into her subject. Harris's story also draws on meetings with some of the world's leading eco-scientists--including legendary primatologist, Jane Goodall.

Working Mom = Superwoman! Modern women perform multiple life roles - wife, partner, mother, boss, co-worker, daughter, friend, and many more. Their lives revolve around family and career. A working mother's superpower is holding it all together. And most of the time we do a great job at it. However, do you feel there are some days that it's just all falling apart? That's when finding a stable work-life balance is more important than ever! Empowering working women of all ages with fresh ideas surrounding the concepts of self-love and personal productivity is the essence of The Balancing Act of A Busy Mom. Simple shifts that are easily integrated into an already busy life can radically change work-family life balance for the better. Build conscious, positive thought habits and intentional actions that create daily improvements. Reduce stress and increase success! A few of the powerful ideas presented include -- - Happiness feeds balance which feeds productivity. - Caring for yourself is equally as important as caring for others. - Positive mindset is half the battle; organized life is the other half. - Effective and easy tips that build positive change and strengthen balance and productivity. If you have ever felt... -- overwhelmed and tired, -- that you are running around but not accomplishing much (and always more to do), -- that you are sacrificing for the benefit of everyone else, and -- out of touch with yourself, ...join this uplifting discussion that shares eye-opening new ways of thinking, offers organizational tips to create balance and productivity, and reveals beliefs and attitudes that are critical to promote lasting fulfillment and happiness. You deserve it, Superwoman!

This collection of poems discusses the challenges and breakthroughs of life and how they shape and even explain the reasons of being.

This study presents an attempt to reduce the losses produced by the purge flow in a turbine stage by incorporating circumferential platform contouring. Two contours are proposed and compared against a baseline at different levels of swirl. The computational simulations were performed using a RANS three-dimensional Computational Fluid Dynamics code with the Shear Stress Transport turbulence model. The results of steady simulations demonstrate that for the first contour, when the flow is swirled to 50% of the rim speed, the purge flow exits the cavity with less cross flow. This in turn reduces the strength of the passage vortex. However, at swirl extremes of 0% and 100% the baseline has the best performance. The results show that a carefully designed platform has the potential to reduce losses when the operating condition is in the proximity of 50% swirl.

The Naked Truth: Uncovering Depression and Anxiety delves deep into the realms of depression and anxiety, shedding light on their causes, symptoms, and effects on eight individuals' lives. Drawing upon personal experiences, extensive research, and professional insights, this book offers a raw and honest perspective on these prevalent mental health challenges and how these individuals overcome them. After reading The Naked Truth: Uncovering Depression and Anxiety, readers can feel inspired and motivated to face their own battle with depression and anxiety head-on in order to heal and restore all what was once lost during their struggle.