Changing the Narrative
Short Stories to Advance Everyday Antiracism
Changing The Narrative is a compilation of eight short stories that reveal key insights and guidance about how to promote antiracism in practical ways. Through compelling characters and storylines with unexpected twists, Joseph provides a highly readable guidebook to practicing everyday antiracism.
Featuring a fated plane flight, a mysterious pandemic that bestows superpowers, a revealing mother-daughter reunion, visionary teens who upend the status quo at their high school and an unexpectedly restorative journey to West Africa for two military veterans—Joseph takes the reader on a deeply moving experience of revelation and inspiration. Each story is followed by an author's reflection and discussion questions that help readers delve even deeper into the volume's themes
"With a gift for voice and a knack for the clever, gut-punch turn, Mark L. Joseph has created a thought-provoking collection. These stories are a direct and heartfelt call to reflection and action."
–SARAH LADIPO MANYIKA, author of In Dependence and Like A Mule Bringing Ice Cream To The Sun
“Each of Prof. Joseph's short stories contained insights that enlightened me, made me reflect more deeply, and at times, challenged my own opinions. His writing style is remarkable - he explains concepts with such clarity and detail that you feel drawn into the story, eager to keep turning the pages. By the time I reached the end of his readings, I often found myself breathless. Some of his stories moved me to tears, touching both my heart and soul. Prof. Joseph's ability to combine profound storytelling with impactful lessons is truly unmatched. His collection has left a lasting impression on me, and I highly recommend it to anyone seeking thought-provoking and emotionally resonant literature.”
-Reader Testimonial