Review of ‘The Other Black Girl’, by Zakiya Dalila Harris—Must Read Stepford Wives meets The Devil Wears Prada in this gorgeously written novel about a young Black woman working for an all-white publisher thrilled about a recent fellow Black woman being hired.  There are many reasons why this book is a must read—darkly hilarious, deeply… Read More Book Review Round-Up: April 2021

Review of ‘Stamped: Racism, Antiracism, and You’, by Jason Reynolds and Ibram X. Kendi—Must read A wonderfully written and very engaging book about an extremely difficult but just as vital topic: the history racism, mostly in the United States.  It helps understand a little more why things are the way they are today, which can… Read More Book Review Round-Up: January 2021

Review of ‘One of the Good Ones’, by Maika Moulite and Maritza Moulite—Must Read Overall, “One of the Good Ones” was a great book, with engaging characters and a plot constantly pushing ahead.  Some parts read too much like a history lesson, so if I had any such power, I would recommend the authors do… Read More Book Review Round-Up: December 2020

Review of ‘Transcendent Kingdom’, by Yaa Gyasi—Must Read In case anyone had any doubts after reading her first book: Yaa Gyasi is an incredible storyteller.  Although filled with heavy topics and complex writing, Transcendent Kingdom reads as easily as cutting through butter on a hot summer day.  I use that analogy with intention; the book… Read More Book Review Round-Up: November 2020