Go Gentle
By Maria Semple
So...I'm very lazy, decided to go the "quote that reflects my reaction best" route "Funny, tender, mysterious, clever…Semple entertains in every...
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Gender Justice Reading List
Legal Voice is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit that fights for gender justice through impact litigation, policy advocacy, education, and coalition building. The list below presents some of our favorite (work-related) books.
Learn more at legalvoice.org.
Learn more at legalvoice.org.
From addabook_admin
Books on Books
Ah, the sweet musty smell of paper and ink, the thrill of a library card, the dream of becoming a bookstore owner, the danger to your wallet of "just browsing." These are stories for bibliophiles and bookworms. Think of this list as a love letter to the stacks.
Feeling inspired? Send some love to your local bookstore or library.
Feeling inspired? Send some love to your local bookstore or library.
From addabook_admin
Fire
Wildfire season has become longer and the fires more intense, often leading to tragic outcomes. Sometimes they're ignited intentionally or carelessly. Sometimes nature sparks a blaze that is exacerbated by climate change. To better understand fire, how it works, how it's fought, and the destruction it leaves in its wake, check out these titles.
Recent Notes
Ruffage
By Abra Berens
Straight-forward, practical recipes featuring a wide array of veggies. I reference it often, particulary because most recipes have a lot of...
Whistler
By Ann Patchett
It was with great anticipation I looked forward to this book. I devoured the book, reading it in less than 3 days. The structure of the story adds to...
The Last Colony
By John Scalzi
The third and final installment in the Old Man Wars trilogy. Interstellar politics with a healthy dose of snark.
The Cabin at the End of the World
By Paul Tremblay
A really bleak but fun read. Loved reading it with the context of the movie as a backdrop
Horror Movie
By Paul Tremblay
Very suspenseful and I liked the behind-the-scenes look at movie making. Splicing the story-telling of the production of the films (both original and...