Kelvin Ray Oxendine
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Beneath the Swamp's Shadow
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Seven Generations- Ancestors of the Present Day Lumbee
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Grass Animals is a fascinating little collection of poems that manages to feel both raw and elusive at the same time. The writing is stripped down to its essence, including short lines, quick snapshots, sudden turns of thought, and yet there’s someth ...more | |
"Beneath the Swamp’s Shadow is a hauntingly beautiful story that pulls you in from the very first page and refuses to let go. Kelvin Ray Oxendine masterfully blends rich Southern atmosphere, deeply human characters, and a suspenseful narrative that li"
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"“Beneath the Swamp's Shadow” by Kelvin Ray Oxendine is a searing, compelling, and well-written work of historical fiction set in 1958 (a few years after the Brown V. Board of Education ruling), Robeson County and based upon true events. This story is"
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This book is a great balance of entertainment and education. The variety of categories keeps every puzzle fresh, and I found myself learning new words without even realizing it. Instead of flipping through flashcards or memorizing long lists, I was h ...more | |
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I got this for my daughter, and she absolutely loves it! The illustrations are fun, cheerful, and just the right level of detail for kids. Younger children can enjoy the simple shapes, while older kids can really get creative with colors and patterns ...more | |
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This novel is a compelling exploration of ambition, belonging, and the cost of power. At its heart is Davis, a boy born without magic in a family defined by it, and Iris, whose dreams are shadowed by illness. Their unlikely partnership draws the read ...more | |
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Stephanie Stephenson’s "Lightning from Clear Skies" is a striking poetry collection that balances vulnerability with strength. Instead of keeping emotions tucked away, she lays them bare on the page, transforming moments of heartbreak, remembrance, a ...more | |
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