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‘Young Warrior’s Devotional Coloring Book’
A newly published book by Bermudian Marion Minors entitled “Young Warrior’s Devotional Coloring Book” is now available. A spokesperson said, “Seasoned church youth leader Elder Marion Minors believes that children today need more than just Bible stories to stand in their faith in God. Instead, they need inspiration designed to encourage... Read more of this article
Van Putten Releases ‘African Dream Stories’
The Bermuda National Library will host the book launch of Melodye Micëre Van Putten’s 15th book, African Dream Stories. this Wednesday, December 7th from 6 to 7:30 pm on the second floor of the adult library. There will be light refreshments, a reading from the book and book signing. African Dream Stories is Van Putten’s sixth children’s book... Read more of this article
New Southampton Architectural Heritage Book
The Bermuda National Trust is launching ‘Southampton,’ the tenth and last in its Bermuda’s Architectural Heritage series. A spokesperson said, “The series, begun in 1995, covers every parish and the City of Hamilton. It highlights the architecture of the most interesting buildings on the island and the people who built, lived and... Read more of this article
CURB: New ‘Black History In Bermuda Timeline’
Citizens Uprooting Racism in Bermuda [CURB] announced the re-publication of its pioneering book, ‘Black History in Bermuda: Timeline Spanning 5 Centuries’. A spokesperson said, “Having initially published 1,000 copies in October 2020, every single copy was purchased and the demand from Bermudians and Residents for this vital record has remained... Read more of this article
Bermudian Author Delivers Lecture At Harvard
[Written by Stephen Wright] Bermudian author St Clair Tucker delivered a presentation on the history of enslaved Native Americans in Bermuda at Harvard University. Mr Tucker, known as “Brinky”, was invited to attend the Wampum Renewal Ceremony, Honouring Indigenous People Who Were Enslaved at Harvard University, by the Harvard Alumni Association. Tribe... Read more of this article
Lauren Allen Releases “An Itch To Fish” Book
[Written by Don Burgess] Treasured memories of fishing with her father, Richard, led Lauren Allen to write a children’s book about her experiences. She started working on An Itch to Fish one year ago with help from the Bermuda Economic Development Corporation summer programme. Ms. Allen, 24, said, “It was inspired by fishing trips that I’ve gone... Read more of this article
Collected Essays On Bermuda’s History Book
The new, enlarged edition of Collected Essays on Bermuda’s History by Jonathan Land Evans is now available. Mr Evans explained, “The new, enlarged [and now with pictorial cover] edition of my Collected Essays on Bermuda’s History: a diverse compilation of scholarly research papers and journalism, which comprises a selection of 46 essays... Read more of this article
Rev. Dr. Jacqui Lewis Holding Two Events
The public is invited to attend two events with the Rev. Jacqui Lewis, including ‘Racial Justice and Ubuntu’ on October 22 and a community church service on October 23. A spokesperson said, “The Rev. Jacqui Lewis, Ph.D. uses her gifts as author, activist, preacher, public theologian toward creating an antiracist, just, fully welcoming... Read more of this article
Jawando Releases ‘Seven Black Fathers’ Book
An American author and politician, whose wife has strong family ties to Bermuda, has released a book which “recasts the image of Black fathers” and was recently featured on the NBC Nightly News. Will Jawando has published his memoir, My Seven Black Fathers: A Young Activist’s Memoir of Race, Family, and the Mentors Who Made Him Whole. Mr... Read more of this article
Peace, Joy And Love: Christmas Across Africa
[Written by Dale Butler] Former Minister of Government, Terry Lister, has added an exciting and creative book title to his first two books: Immersed in West Africa, released August 29, 2019 [winner of 14 international awards], and A New Day Dawns, released October 28, 2021 [winner of 8 international awards]. Although new to the literary world [started... Read more of this article
“Romancing Bermuda” Book Now Available
A newly published book by author Sassy Monroe entitled Romancing Bermuda is now available. The book description says, “Mismatched partners. A hunt for pirate gold. When sparks start flying, will they discover love is the true prize? “Vicky is set on an adventure. While studying a museum painting linked to riches lost at sea, the bold art historian... Read more of this article
Terry Lister To Release New Travel Book
Author Terry Lister announced that his second short read travel book – and fourth book about his travels in West Africa — will be launched on Monday, August 29th. Mr. Lister said, “This book, titled Travels in The Gambia, the Smiling Coast, will focus on my time spent in The Gambia. As with previous books, there is much history, culture... Read more of this article
BNT To Host Talk & Book Launch On August 11
A talk and book launch featuring Dr Michael Jarvis will be hosted by the Bermuda National Trust entitled: Digging into Early Bermuda. Dr Jarvis and a team of 15 Bermudian, British and American students have recently performed excavation work at Smith’s Islands, the long-term project’s ninth field season. They will present their findings to BNT members... Read more of this article
Charles Butterfield In Martial Arts Book
Local martial artist Charles Butterfield has been nominated for inclusion in the 2022 Bill ‘Superfoot’ Wallace Changing Lives book and inducted in the AMAA Foundation Who’s Who Legends Hall of Honors. A spokesperson said, “Jessie Bowen, Director of the American Martial Arts Alliance Foundation, announced the release of the highly anticipated... Read more of this article
BEN Holds Special Story Time For Preschoolers
Bermuda Education Network [BEN] hosted a special story time for preschoolers commemorating Queen Elizabeth II’s Platinum Jubilee. A spokesperson said, “Pre-schoolers and their families attended the July 3rd celebration at the Bermuda National Trust’s Waterville Property and were entertained by guest storyteller Moneca Darrell of Fortitude... Read more of this article
Angela Barry To Launch ‘The Drowned Forest’
Angela Barry will be launching her latest book, titled The Drowned Forest, on July 15. A spokesperson said, “On July 15, Angela Barry will be launching her latest book, published by the UK’s Peepal Tree Press. The Bermuda launch will be followed by an international online launch organised by the publisher. “Titled The Drowned Forest, this... Read more of this article
