Twitter summary: “Our only chance at dismantling racial injustice is being more curious about its origins than we are worried about our comfort.” Why you must read it: Read to learn so you can start to take appropriate action for our collective community and our race as human beings. Have the uncomfortable conversations with yourself,Continue reading “I’m Still Here by Austin Channing Brown”
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Limitless by Jim Kwik
Twitter summary: The hero’s journey translated to learning principles so you learn how to learn for a limitless brain. The good: When was the last time you ever improved your learning skills? In elementary school when you were 8? If that was your answer, I strongly urge you to read and apply this book. EachContinue reading “Limitless by Jim Kwik”
Good Talk by Mira Jacob
Twitter summary: Mira Jacob’s graphic memoir in conversations as a first-generation American and a parent to a mix-raced . The good: I picked up the book because of Celeste Ng (read about Little Fires Everywhere here) who recommended it during an Instagram live with Indigo. Apparently, Jacob learned how to draw to write this bookContinue reading “Good Talk by Mira Jacob”
Beach Read by Emily Henry
Twitter summary: A disillusioned romance writer and a guarded literary fiction writer make a deal to swap genres for the summer. Did I mention they were next door neighbours and college rivals? The good: Although I love January and Gus’ relationship and undeniable chemistry, I appreciated the book more because January was trying to reconcileContinue reading “Beach Read by Emily Henry”
The Rural Diaries by Hilarie Burton Morgan
Twitter summary: You may think you know Hilarie Burton, the actor, but The Rural Diaries represents the real Hilarie Burton, just as she is. The good: I grew up watching One Tree Hill, the show and characters resonated with me. The actors became people I admired but, obviously, I didn’t truly know anything about them.Continue reading “The Rural Diaries by Hilarie Burton Morgan”
You Deserve Each Other by Sarah Hogle
Twitter summary: Naomi and Nicholas, engaged to be married in three months, are at odds and find a way to fall back in love. The good: This book is exactly what I needed after the last book I read! Hogle delivers a fresh narrative on the usual chick-lit dramatics. Chapter 16 was perfect — tearsContinue reading “You Deserve Each Other by Sarah Hogle”
In the FLO by Alisa Vitti
Twitter summary: Vitti introduces the Cycle Syncing Method, a biohacking program for women to reclaim and optimize all aspects of their life. The good: Ever heard of the infradian rhythm? In addition to the 24-hour circadian rhythm, women have a second biological rhythm which generally lasts 28 days. I learned so much more than howContinue reading “In the FLO by Alisa Vitti”
Why We Sleep by Matthew Walker
Twitter summary: BRB while I give myself the opportunity to sleep for 8 hours every single night. The good: I’ve been on a brain kick lately as I want to improve my brain health and train my brain (click here for the review on Stress Less, Accomplish More by Emily Fletcher, creator of Ziva Meditation).Continue reading “Why We Sleep by Matthew Walker”
The Scent Keeper by Erica Bauermeister
Twitter summary: A girl grows up on a remote island with only her father, who teaches her to rely on her senses above all else. The good: This book makes me want to stop and smell the roses or breathe in the salty ocean air. It is easy to forget how our bodies know exactlyContinue reading “The Scent Keeper by Erica Bauermeister”
Little Fires Everywhere by Celeste Ng
Twitter summary: A mother-daughter duo come to a perfectly planned town and influence every member of the Richardson household. The good: This is my second* time reading the book, with this time for my work book club, and again, I was beyond engrossed in the book. Ng tells a marvelous tale layering in plot linesContinue reading “Little Fires Everywhere by Celeste Ng”
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