The Gilda Stories (Anniversary, Expanded)
By Jewelle Gomez
I've been meaning to read this book for a while, because Jewelle Gomez is married to my partner's aunt! So this is the first time I've read a book by...
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Disconnect to Reconnect
The loneliness pandemic is upon us, but there are antidotes. These books help us step away from the deluge of the online world and foster meaningful connection with others. So go ahead, give that friend a call, set up that coffee date, and go visit a bookstore together. Life is better with company.
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The Library Book
By Susan Orlean
A dive into library history -- way more exciting than it sounds, I promise. This book provides a portrait of LA culture as well as the story behind...
Death in the Jungle
By Candace Fleming
So far, I love this book but can only read about 25 pages at a time before I get so upset. Like Fleming wrote, he was a racist anti-racist. So there...
Olga Dies Dreaming
By Xochitl Gonzalez
Pulled in from the get-go by...wait for it... a discussion about napkins. Yep. Turns out there's a lot you can say about napkins and also use that...
The Manicurist's Daughter
By Susan Lieu
Her mom's death is one event that spurred a broad memoir of Lieu's life and relationships.
The Woman in White
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I've circled this book for easily 50 years, finding recommendations, adding it to "to read" lists, and just never getting around to it. I had no idea...