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Author Kevin Powell grew up without much physical affection. He says the first time someone tried to
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Journalist Dawn Turner grew up in Chicago's historic Bronzeville neighborhood in the '70s. Her memoi
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Sarah Thankam Mathews' debut novel takes place after the 2009 recession. The lead character, Sneha,
Former Vice President Mike Pence says he's been demeaned and misunderstood for his evangelical Chris
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There is a common hurdle for many first generation immigrants: feeling out of place. Whether that's
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