Jamaican English

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.

Joan P. Hamilton's collection of short stories, Josephine's Jamaican Journey, Book One—In Di Yaad, takes us to 1960s Jamaica. Josephine is learning to orient herself in her community off Spanish Town Road, which is vast and overwhelming. Although she is still too young to go out alone, through her fascinating imagination, she shares her experiences about Jamaican culture and her favourite people, who live alongside her in the The Tenement Yaad.

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.

The Islands follows the lives of Jamaican women—immigrants or the descendants of immigrants—who have relocated all over the world to escape the ghosts of colonialism on what they call the Island. Set in the United States, Jamaica, and Europe, these international stories examine the lives of an uncertain and unsettled cast of characters. Set in locations and times ranging from 1950s London to 1960s Panama to modern-day New Jersey, Dionne Irving reveals the intricacies of immigration and assimilation in this debut, establishing a new and unforgettable voice in Caribbean-American literature.

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 ...

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.

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.

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

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.

"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 ...

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.

Josephine’s Jamaican Journey—Book Two: Out and About—is a collection of short stories set in Jamaica's immediate post-independence years of the 1960s. In this instalment, our young protagonist bravely steps out from the safety of the Tenement Yard, off Spanish Town Road, where she was raised, and embarks on a journey of learning.

Browny's Grand Jamaican Adventure by Norris Elliott and Sheynel Elliott Join Browny, the cheerful and adventurous dog, as he embarks on an unforgettable journey across the beautiful island of Jamaica! With his golden-brown fur and bright eyes, Browny explores the wonders of Jamaica, from bustling markets and tranquil beaches to mysterious mountains and historic landmarks. This charming and engaging book is perfect for young readers who love adventure and discovery. Why You Should Buy This Book: ✅ Engaging Story: Follow Browny on his exciting adventures across Jamaica, discovering new ...

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.

"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 ...

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.

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.

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.

The duality of man’s nature makes them both fascinating and unpredictable. The constant struggle between their minds and their hearts lends itself to the indulgence in guilty addictions. Why should we blame ourselves just because we are all addicted to something? Should we deprive ourselves because others may frown at our indiscretions? For some people their addiction is drugs, ice cream, shopping, chocolate or watching television. What if you are addicted to the feeling that you get from your own brain? It’s one of life’s’ guilty pleasures.

A gay interracial erotic romance When betting on love, be careful how you keep score. Brandon Stephenson is a YouTube star and former fat kid looking to rest, relax, and get laid at Pacific Palms Resort, a very gay and very expensive tropical paradise. A lazy blow job on the beach from one man leads to sex in the sand with a hunky Sri Lankan the next day. But, in order to get what he really wants and fall in love, he’s going to have to realize that he’s not a fat kid any more. He’s a hunky adult. And if he really wants Julian Bailey, the resort’s Jamaican director of fitness with ...