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The Diversity Principle by David B. Oppenheimer

Forthcoming February 24, 2026
InThe Diversity Principle, David B. Oppenheimer, dubbed America’s “diversity detective” by The New Yorker, chronicles how diversity became a foundational value in higher education, commerce, and science over the past two centuries. He shows how the principle continues to shape intellectual and political life, even as it faces contemporary challenges.

The First Emancipation by Jeremy D. Popkin

Forthcoming April 21, 2026 Jeremy D. Popkin’s The First Emancipation reveals how revolutionary ideals of freedom and equality were tested against the institution of slavery, exposing both the triumphs and contradictions of the era. Through vivid storytelling and meticulous scholarship, Popkin traces the struggle that led to France’s groundbreaking 1794 abolition and the tragic reversal that followed.

Just Shine! How to Be a Better You by Sonia Sotomayor

In Just Shine! How to Be a Better You, Sonia Sotomayor shares a sweet, powerful story inspired by her mother’s gift for helping others see their brilliance. With vibrant art by Jacqueline Alcántara, this book reminds children that the world is brighter when we all shine together. Also available in Spanish: ¡Solo brilla! Cómo ser la mejor versión de ti mismo

While Israel Slept by Yaakov Katz and Amir Bohbot

Through insider accounts and sharp analysis, While Israel Slept reveals how years of flawed assumptions and ignored warnings left Israel vulnerable to a shocking assault. Yaakov Katz and Amir Bohbot present a sobering look at the political and military missteps that allowed Hamas to strike at the heart of a nation once thought invincible.

90 Seconds to Midnight by Charlotte DeCroes Jacobs

90 Seconds to Midnight by Charlotte Decroes Jacobs tells the story of Setsuko Nakamura Thurlow, who, after surviving the atomic bombing of Hiroshima at thirteen, dedicated her life to warning the world of nuclear devastation’s horrors. Her relentless advocacy helped shape the Treaty on the Prohibition of Nuclear Weapons, leading to a historic global ban.

Backroom Deals in Our Backyards by Miranda S. Spivack

Government secrecy isn’t just a federal issue—it’s a pervasive problem at the state and local levels, where hidden deals quietly impact everyday lives. Through years of investigative reporting, Backroom Deals in Our Backyards by Miranda S. Spivack reveals the stories of five everyday Americans who became accidental activists. As they uncover secret deals, corruption, and a lack of transparency in their local and state governments, their shaken faith in the system transforms into a determined fight for accountability and change.

Angels in the Cellar by Peter Hahn

In Angels in the Cellar, Peter Hahn invites readers into a year of tending vines, harvesting grapes, and rediscovering meaning through the rhythms of nature. Both meditative and evocative, his story celebrates simplicity, connection, and the quiet transformation that comes from working the land.

The Once and Future World Order by Amitav Acharya

Amitav Acharya delves into five thousand years of global history to demonstrate that world order has long existed beyond the West’s dominance in his book, The Once and Future World Order. He argues that the retreat of the West opens the door for a fairer, more cooperative global structure where non-Western nations gain greater influence and prosperity.