Adventures of High John the Conqueror is a powerful collection of African American folktales featuring the legendary slave trickster who consistently outsmarted his oppressors.

This collection opens a window into the vibrant world of Mexican‑American traditions. Inside, readers will find lively proverbs, riddles, folktales, and songs; stories about heroes like Pancho Villa and spooky urban legends; and a look at everyday customs—from family shrines and farming rituals to charreadas, the exciting Mexican‑style rodeos. There are also children’s games, home remedies, favorite foods, crafts, clothing, and so much more.

Every fall, John Borne goes hunting for deer with his grandfather to shoot enough deer to feed the...

The story of the birth of our nation, complete with soldiers, spies, salmon sandwiches, and real...

Julie, or Miyax as she is known in her Eskimo village, runs away to escape danger, but she gets lost...