Jamaican English

When 24-year-old Kareela discovers she’s pregnant with a child she isn’t sure she wants, it amplifies her struggle to understand her place in the world as a woman who is half-Black and half-white, yet feels neither. Her mother, Evelyn, fled to Canada with her husband and their first-born child, Antony, during the politically charged Jamaican Exodus of the 1980s, only to realize they’d come to a place where Black men are viewed with suspicion—a constant and pernicious reality Evelyn watches her husband and son navigate daily.

The autobiography looks back at the first 27 years of the author's life. Born in Jamaica, he migrated to the UK, along with his family, as one of the earliest of the Windrush generation. It recounts his return to Jamaica growing up to adulthood and attending college in the United States, overcoming all manner of hardships. It is a story of determination and triumph over adversity interwoven with amusing anecdotes on a wide range of subjects, from mento ska and reggae music to Jamaican food and family life.

She still holds a grudge. When the one who abandoned her returns, will she let bitterness tear apart all she loves? Washington, DC, 1997. Maxine “Maxi” Weldon is living her best life. After her childhood sweetheart bailed when their son was six, the devoted mother forged a promising career and happy home with her big-hearted husband. But the hard-working Jamaican native becomes alarmed when she walks in on her usually levelheaded twelve-year-old hanging up on a suspicious phone call. With layoff rumors at work weighing heavily on her mind, Maxi's stress rises exponentially when she ...

Having been raised in Jamaica and worked in Panama, Mary Seacole came to England in the 1850s and volunteered to help out during the Crimean War. When her services were turned down, she financed her own expedition to Balaclava, where she earned her reputation as a nurse and for her compassion. Popularly known as ‘Mother Seacole’, she was the most famous Black celebrity of her generation—an extraordinary achievement in Victorian Britain.

She had no reason to expect the worst. When tragedy strikes, can this mother of five make a heartrending choice to save her children? Jamaica, the 1970s. Murna Moreland thrived on the love of her family. A happy homemaker, she cared for a bustling household while her beloved husband of sixteen years worked hard as the sole provider. But she found her security and joy snatched away by a fatal accident, leaving her a grieving widow. Deprived of a breadwinner, the dedicated woman frantically searched for a way to take care of her kids. And with zero local opportunities, she turned to the only ...

This book will outline how classic Jamaican dishes can be adapted to fit the healthy keto diet. There will be discussion on what the keto diet is: its history, food requirements, and health benefits. Additionally, this book will discuss how Jamaican snacks, lunch dishes, dinner dishes, and desserts can be changed to follow this keto diet by simply using other food alternatives such as coconut milk and cauliflower.

Raymond is moving with his family from Kingston, Jamaica, to Queens, New York, and he can't wait to show everyone how American he can be! Whether it's through books, magazines, music videos and movies, he learns about America in any way he can, even if some of his sources of information are out-dated. However, on Raymond's first day of school in America, his every attempt to impress everyone with his “American-ness” backfires. What's worse, his new classmates doubt if he's Jamaican at all.

Una Marson’s work embodied anti-colonialism, anti-racism, feminism, class politics, and pan-Africanism in the first half of the 20th century. Her poetry and dramatic work symbolically ushered in a new era in Jamaica’s literary landscape, and her efforts in championing early Jamaican literature, as well as her avid support for Caribbean writers in Britain and the region, made her a key proponent of the development of a national and West Indian literary canon.

Aston Barrett, known as "Family Man," was a legendary Jamaican bassist celebrated for his pivotal role in shaping the sound of reggae music. Renowned for his innovative bass lines and melodic sensibility, Barrett's contributions to iconic bands like Bob Marley and the Wailers cemented his status as one of the genre's foremost musicians. With a career spanning decades, his legacy as a visionary artist and cultural icon continues to inspire generations of music enthusiasts worldwide. Get a duplicate of this book for yourself by toggling the BUY NOW button as soon as possible!

From sriracha to Tabasco, this funny, feisty book is an illustrated love letter to the quirky stories and fiery flavours of the world's best hot sauces. Smart, short, and just a touch silly, This Is a Book for People Who Love Hot Sauce is exactly that - a book for people who love hot sauce. For devoted fans and casual enthusiasts alike, this charming guide is nothing short of a celebration of capsaicin.