ESSENCE Communications Inc is proud to present a series of books that celebrate the rich and diverse spirit of African-American family life. Your children will feel right at home with the volumes, which were written and illustrated by African-Americans.

Updated Edition: 50 of the Most Inspiring African-Americans

Updated Edition: 50 of the Most Inspiring African-Americans

Essence Books presents an of its popular book that features dynamic profiles of some of today's most influential, powerful and, above all, inspiring African-Americans. 50 of the Most Inspiring African-Americans is a coffee-table volume that features people of color who are breaking barriers in political, educational, business and entertainment arenas, as well as those building up their communities.

This exquisite 160-page hardcover book includes more than 100 stunning photographs.

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Beauty Basics & Beyond: 101 Ways to Keep Your Hair & Skin Fabulous

Beauty Basics & Beyond: 101 Ways to Keep Your Hair & Skin Fabulous
Edited by Patricia M. Hinds

ESSENCE Books presents the must-have guide to total beauty for today’s Black woman. Beauty Basics & Beyond: 101 Ways to Keep Your Hair & Skin Fabulous celebrates beauty for women of color and provides step-by-step advice to keep hair and skin beautiful. With a wealth of useful tips throughout the book, the reader gets wonderful information on looking and feeling fabulous—from the inside and out, from head to toe.

Every section provides practical, in-depth guidance covering all beauty bases, from your hair—including the styling and care of relaxed, natural, braided and lock looks—to at-home skin, makeup, manicure and massage treatments.

A beauty tool that women won’t want to live without, Beauty Basics & Beyond: 101 Ways to Keep Your Hair & Skin Fabulous will be a treasured volume and lasting resource for those who want to keep expert knowledge at their fingertips.

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Making It Happen: Creating Success and Abundance

Making It Happen: Creating Success and Abundance
Edited by Patricia M. Hinds, introduction by Ed Lewis

Through inspiring stories and profiles of famous (and not so famous) businesspeople who overcame many obstacles to reach success, this book illustrates how to set positive goals for your life and actually realize them. Readers will see the limitless possibilities open to those entrepreneurs who set their mind in the direction of success and achieve through hard work and determination. With step-by-step advice from experts and individual success stories, this book combines practical everyday tips with long-term life strategies for financial security, wealth building and investment know-how.

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Wisdom of the Ages: Extraordinary People 19 to 90

Wisdom of the Ages: Extraordinary People 19 to 90
Edited by Patricia M. Hinds, introduction by Susan L. Taylor

Essence Books presents a collection of inspirational words and stunning photographs of dynamic African-Americans from all walks of life. This coffee-table volume highlights life stories from well-known as well as everyday people, whose words of wisdom will uplift, enlighten and inspire all readers. Featuring stories of faith, love, overcoming, healthy living, shaping up and living to the fullest, this exquisite book will empower all to live their best, in all arenas of life.

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50 of the Most Inspiring African-Americans

50 of the Most Inspiring African-Americans
Edited by Patricia M. Hinds, introduction by Susan L. Taylor

Presenting profiles of today's most influential, powerful and inspiring African-Americans, this book features people of color who are breaking barriers in political, educational, business and entertainment arenas, as well as building up their communities. This exquisite 160-page book makes a perfect gift. Enjoy more than 100 stunning color photographs including Maya Angelou, Oprah Winfrey, Michael Jordan, Iyanla Vanzant, Dr. Ben Carson and Will Smith.

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Black Men: In Their Own Words

Black Men: In Their Own Words
Edited by Patricia M. Hinds, foreword by Ed Lewis

This book is an inspiring look at African-American men who have reached the top in their professional endeavors. Beautifully illustrated with striking photographs, it presents prominent Black men speaking candidly about what has shaped their lives--from friendships, passions, love, and family relationships to racism and historical legacies.

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21st Century Sister: The ESSENCE Five Keys to Success

21st Century Sister: The ESSENCE Five Keys to Success
Edited by Patricia M. Hinds, introduction by Iyanla Vanzant

21st Century Sister: The ESSENCE Five Keys to Success is the African-American woman’s guide to achieving personal success in the new millennium. The second book in the Crown—ESSENCE publishing venture offers African-American women a road map for self-empowerment, providing practical advice for personal, career and financial development. This invaluable book also identifies five essential keys to success for the ESSENCE woman.

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ESSENCE Total Makeover: Body, Beauty, Spirit

ESSENCE Total Makeover: Body, Beauty, Spirit
Edited by Patricia M. Hinds, introduction by Susan L. Taylor

The ESSENCE Total Makeover: Body, Beauty, Spirit is the first book in the Crown—ESSENCE publishing venture. This revolutionary book focuses on both the outer and inner beauty of Black women with in-depth chapters and helpful hints on skin, hair and body care, as well as health, nutrition and mental and spiritual wellness. With an introduction by Susan L. Taylor and edited by Patricia M. Hinds, featuring more than 150 stunning photographs, this book makes a great gift.

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ESSENCE: 25 Years Celebrating Black Women

ESSENCE: 25 Years Celebrating Black Women
Edited by Patricia M. Hinds, introduction by Susan L. Taylor

ESSENCE: 25 Years Celebrating Black Women was published by Harry Abrams, Inc., in 1995. With more than 200 photographs and selections from among the most celebrated African-American writers, as well as notable women from many other fields, the book explores two decades of changing times as seen in the areas of achievement, style, beauty and personal relationships. With a foreword by Maya Angelou and an introduction by Susan L. Taylor, this one-of-a-kind, colorful coffee-table book takes a rare look at 25 years of Black women.

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