pick(2016) I've been reading this one since January, but it refused to be read faster. I've had to take it in more manageable chunks, contemplate its points, and follow up on some of its references. Such an insightful, thorough book -- I had several lightbulb moments while reading. I'll seek out more by Kendi but I know I'll also return to this one
pickThis is a really accessible yet info-packed read that I'd certainly recommend to anyone hoping to learn more about the history of White Christian Nationalism (which I wish wasn't yet again/still/[endlessly?!] such an urgent social problem, but here we are 🙃). Jemar Tisby is excellent wherever he writes/presents his ideas, including his Substack (jemartisby.substack.com). He narrates the audio beautifully, too.
pickThis has been hanging out on my tbr shelves for a long time, and I finally dove in. Written by a white woman who works as an antiracism educator and trainer, the book focuses on the myths and false ideologies that keep white people from being able to acknowledge their own internal racism and be able to confront and discuss racism. A lot of gut checks while reading this one as she pushes the reader into a productive and necessary discomfort!
pickA group of crochet enthusiasts get together to craft, fight racism, and support each other in Australia. I needed something straightforward with a happy ending this week.
pickFound in the YA section at my local library, even though this book is for YA, I knew I wanted to read it; there is always another voice I need to hear, another lens I need to look through. This book through story telling, aims to guide you through showing up and how to be better; everyone can benefit from reading it.
My #BookSpin and #DoubleSpin picks for January 2025 are very different books and I expect them to be great in very different ways. Looking forward to both.
Thanks for hosting another year, @TheAromaofBooks
pickLast book done!! I actually really enjoyed this one. An interesting concept beautifully written.
so-so
