Zoe's Tale
By John Scalzi
How fun to see the previous story through another character’s perspective.
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We could all use less time with our phones and more time reading
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
Stop Scrolling, Start a Series
The average person in the United States spends over 2 hours a day scrolling through social media. The algorithms are designed to be addictive. But one way to break an unhealthy habit is to replace it with something that's better for you. May we introduce to you: book series
This list is comprised of the first books in a series. Yes, by reading these books, you may develop another time-consuming habit. Even if you get hooked, we expect you'll still feel better about spending your time flipping through these pages, instead of staring at a screen.
From addabook_admin
Pack your bags...we're going on a Road Trip!
When the open road is calling, what awaits? Adventures, side quests, new landscapes, and undoubtedly some colorful characters. Traversing long distances also often provides ample time for introspection, connection with our travel companions, and observing the land and people we encounter along the way.
As you head out on your summer adventures, don't forget to pack a book (or two) that capture these moments and insights.
As you head out on your summer adventures, don't forget to pack a book (or two) that capture these moments and insights.
Recent Notes
Lesser Known Monsters of the 21st Century
By Kim Fu
The first story is worth reading over and over again. So much is packed in this one conversation. It made me laugh and tear up. (Without giving too...
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...
The Remains of the Day
By Kazuo Ishiguro
Such a slow read, but I often find Ishiguro's work that way: It's almost like I have to force myself to keep reading but also can't stop. Stevens,...
The Last Castle
By Denise Kiernan
"The Last Castle" is a detailed but perfectly readable account of the story of the Biltmore House and Estate in North Carolina - the largest private...
Moderation
By Elaine Castillo
Girlie is the oldest cousin in the family trying to keep everyone afloat and maintain the veneer of financial success after the economic crash. The...