Jamaican English

In this work, I am inviting you to embark on a journey with me. That journey is poetry—the story of my life.

The main character of this novel is from Jamaica. Eason receives a full ride scholarship to a university located in Illinois. During his journey in Illinois, Eason will come across many woman that enjoy his erotic ways. But, he remains focus because his main goal is to become a professional soccer player. This novel is a another perspective through Eason's new chapter in life.

Our eyes see what the mirrors reflect, however tainted mirrors only allow what we want to see. Despite all the cautionary signs strewn across the highway, Tatalee Hobson could not see through the fog of her life and chose to see what she thought was the truth. The generational curse to deceive was Nickolas’s blessing that he had received from his Father and from his forefathers, while on the outside he was robust and successful on the inside he was nothing more that the snake that had opened Eve’s eyes in the Garden of Eden. Truth Behind the Mirror is Book 1 in the Truth Trilogy and is ...

52 Delicious Oxtail Recipes in this CookbookOxtail is, as the name says, the tail of the cow or steer. Originally it was the tail of just the steer but today either cow or steer tail is sold. It is typically used in stews and soups and is popular all over the world. Countries such as Cuba, China and Spain make their own version of an oxtail dish. This recipe book contains many mouth watering oxtail recipes for you to enjoy. Recipes Include: Jamaican Oxtail Barbecued Oxtails Slow Cooker Smoked Oxtail Sop Buntot (Indonesian Oxtail Soup) Estofado de Rabo de Toro (Spanish Oxtail Stew) Spicy ...

Jerome is a slave. He must wake every morning to the knowledge that he is a piece of property belonging to Alfred Campbell, a plantation owner. But things are changing. There are rumblings in the slave community about abolition and Jerome begins to look forward to the day when he will be a free man. That day cannot come too soon as he has fallen in love with Anita, Alfred's daughter. Their love cannot remain a secret forever and is under increasing pressure from Jerome's relationship with Alice, another slave. As the drama moves to its inexorable conclusion, Jerome is faced with a host of ...

Discover the exciting story of the Baptist War, the biggest and most important slave rebellion in Great Britain’s Caribbean colonies. This audiobook tells you all about the Christmas War, Sam Sharpe’s War, and the Emancipation War, explaining why it is one of the greatest slave uprisings ever.

Renowned for her exquisite landscapes and fine portraits, painting has been Judy Ann MacMillan’s life from a very young age. Once again, she has turned that acute and truthful eye upon herself with a sensational new self-portrait. But this time, she is using a pen rather than a paintbrush. With startling honesty, Born Ya lays bare the unique sacrifices required of a female artist living and working in an island that can often confound even the strongest spirit. Despite all the trials and tribulations, MacMillan has remained true to her twin passions of painting and homeland.

"Jamaicanism: The Heartbeat of the Island" - Discover Jamaica Like Never Before Embark on an enthralling journey with "Jamaicanism: The Heartbeat of the Island," a book that peels back the layers of a land pulsating with life, culture, and history. This is not just a read; it's an experience that transports you to the vibrant heart of Jamaica. Feel the rhythm of the island through every page, as you uncover the essence of Jamaicanism. Why "Jamaicanism" is a Must-Read: Dive into the Rich Tapestry of Jamaican Culture: Explore the depths of Jamaican culture, from the soul-stirring beats of ...

The audio begins with simple words for absolute beginners, and ends with advanced practice sentences. Just a few things to note... There is no official way to write Jamaican Patois. It is basically written the way it is pronounced, and pronunciation varies, depending on where in Jamaica you are from, or live. So this is my version of it. The 20 lessons are titled by topic, with the English words below, and the Patois version on top.

Fettered Love is an anthology about life, love, and the ability of the human spirit to make courageous choices. Several themes thread through this collection of seven short stories: coming of age, infidelity and betrayal, innocence, prejudice and power, and (of course) the power of love. The stories are beautifully crafted, combining form and substance with intrigue and suspense. Some stories combine simplicity of setting, like a bus ride, with rich characters filled with raw, robust emotion. Other stories will take you on a cultural journey, teaching the old ways of England and the ...

Go de Rass to Sleep is a bedtime book for parents who live in the real world, where a few snoozing kitties and cutesy rhymes don't always send a toddler sailing blissfully off to dreamland. Profane, affectionate, and radically honest, California Book Award - winning author Adam Mansbach's verses perfectly capture the familiar - and unspoken - tribulations of putting your little angel down for the night. In the process, they open up a conversation about parenting, granting us permission to admit our frustrations and laugh at their absurdity.

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.

What makes an entrepreneur? Dr. Glen Laman answers this question in his book, Jamaican Entrepreneurship, exploring the achievements of 15 outstanding Jamaicans and their divergent paths to success. The book shows what they did, how they did it, and why they did it. While most of these entrepreneurs were able to accomplish their dreams in Jamaica, others pursued success in the North American market by fulfilling the needs of the Diaspora.

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.

Wes Hall spent his early childhood in a zinc-roofed shack, one of several children supported by his grandmother. That was paradise compared to the two years he lived with his verbally abusive and violent mother; at thirteen, his mother threw him out, and he had to live by his wits for the next three years. At sixteen, Wes came to Canada, sponsored by a father he'd only seen a few times as a child, and by the time he was eighteen, he was out of his father's house, once more on his own. Yet Wes Hall went on to become an entrepreneur, business leader, philanthropist, and change-maker.

"Jamaicanism: The Heartbeat of the Island" - Discover Jamaica Like Never Before Embark on an enthralling journey with "Jamaicanism: The Heartbeat of the Island," a book that peels back the layers of a land pulsating with life, culture, and history. This is not just a read; it's an experience that transports you to the vibrant heart of Jamaica. Feel the rhythm of the island through every page, as you uncover the essence of Jamaicanism. Why "Jamaicanism" is a Must-Read: Dive into the Rich Tapestry of Jamaican Culture: Explore the depths of Jamaican culture, from the soul-stirring beats of ...

Jamaican breezes are calling, and one hardworking BSG definitely deserves a getaway! But Katani's Caribbean dream trip may not be all soft sand and warm surf. When Grandma Ruby learns that the family's famous banana bread bakery is in serious danger, Katani's business savvy is put to the ultimate test. Spooky stories, dolphins, horseback rides on the beach, a mysterious old lady, and a lost heirloom add up to plenty of colorful island adventure for Katani and her family.

Sayon Hughes longs to escape the volatile Bris­tol neighborhood known as Ends, the tight-knit but sometimes lawless world in which he was raised, and forge a better life with Shona, the girl he’s loved since grade school. With few paths out, he is drawn into dealing drugs along­side his cousin, the unpredictable but fiercely loyal Cuba.

This is the story of Moses Magnus the first Super Jamaican. Told from the point of view of his good friend Roy. A sometimes reluctant accomplice to Moses. Moses Magnus rises to the world stage in a grand exhibition of the powers of the marijuana he smokes. He cures an entire cancer ward of patients and leaves the world stunned and wanting more. With his army of Super Jamaicans he builds an international marijuana empire.

A Jamaican Lady is a work of fiction based in truth. It is a story about two people who are from different races, different backgrounds, different countries and different eras. Still, Tiana and Phillip develop a special relationship during a time of enormous grief. The story takes place in St. Augustine, Florida, the oldest permanently settled community in the United States and the place where Spanish slaves brought to Florida by Pedro Menéndez de Avilés worked and lived.