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Established by the leaders of the country's only successful slave revolt in the mid-nineteenth century, Cross River still evokes the fierce rhythms of its founding. In lyrical prose and singular dialect, a saga beats forward that echoes the fables carried down for generations--like... Read Full Overview

Set in the mythical Cross River, Maryland, The World Doesn't Require You heralds "a major unique literary talent" (Entertainment Weekly). Established by the leaders of America's only successful slave revolt in the mid-nineteenth century, the town still evokes the rhythms of... Read Full Overview

The World Doesn't Require You announces the arrival of a generational talent, as Rion Amilcar Scott shatters rigid genre lines to explore larger themes of religion, violence, and love-all told with sly humor and a dash of magical realism. Established by the leaders of the country's... Read Full Overview