After having read Women and Adversity – Saluting 23 Faithful Suffragists, I downloaded Honoring 23 Black Women and read it in a couple of hours. It’s a fast read, plus I couldn’t put it down, reading about one remarkable African American woman to the next and the next, all the way to the end. Some names are recognizable. Others are obscure. Some have impressive accomplishments in math, science, literature, the arts and so much more. Others are amazing for their ability to overcome great...

This book is an inspiring and informative tribute to the remarkable women, both historical figures and contemporary activists, who dedicated their lives to women's suffrage. Through carefully researched and thoughtfully written short pieces, the collection illuminates the diverse contributions of each woman, moving beyond mere facts to capture the spirit and dedication that fueled their struggle. Written with profound respect and care, this is a vital resource that belongs in every library...

In the port city of Baltimore lurks a killer with a peculiar choice of weapon. Special Agent Laci Duvall of the Air Force Office of Special Investigations finds herself embroiled in another perplexing murder case when the president of a military spouse's club is found dead, stabbed by a pink flamingo. With a colorful cast of suspects ranging from rival club members to disgruntled neighbors and fair-weather friends, Laci and her trusty sidekicks embark on a hilarious and twisty investigation...