Goodnight Stories for Rebel Girls Encourage kids to be rebellious against the social norms of their genders. Learn about many phenomenal women and hear their stories as scientists, astronauts, writers, artists, politicians, motorcycle racers, and rappers. Illustrated in modern art style with each page completely different than the last. These very real biographies are told … Continue reading Children’s Books for Women’s History Month
Tomorrow, rights activists will take to the streets of downtown St. Louis for a Women's March. Even if you can't physically be there, you can support women's rights in many ways--even by reading. Make knowledge your power. I've compiled a brief reading list just for you that includes some great feminist literature, especially important if … Continue reading Five Books that Celebrate Feminism
I chose Eleanor Oliphant Is Completely Fine by Gail Honeyman as the New Title Tuesday recommendation because it's main character is quirky, funny, and broken. And in full disclosure, I listened to the audiobook and was enchanted by the Scottish dialects. Eleanor's deadpan wit mixed with her tendency to say exactly what's on her mind, makes her a character … Continue reading New Title Tuesday: Eleanor Oliphant is Completely Fine
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