Tag Archives: non fiction
The Gardener of Alcatraz
The Gardener of Alcatraz, by Emma Bland Smith (39 pages, 2022)I picked this book up recently while visiting Alcatraz Island, and it was an absolute treasure of a find. The path leading around the western side of the island actually … Continue reading
Living Proof
Living Proof (286, 2015) John Capecci and Timothy Cage,is an essential resource for anyone looking to master the art of personal storytelling across written, interview, and public speaking formats. Authors Cage and Capecci provide a guide that offers a clear … Continue reading
Rest Is Sacred
In Rest Is Sacred: Reclaiming Our Brilliance Through Practicing Stillness by Octavia F. Raheem (134 pages, 2024), rest is presented as a sacred and transformative practice. A dear friend introduced me to this book, and we chose to read it … Continue reading
BookReview: Project Girl
If I had to describe Project Girl by Janet McDonald (2000, 231 pages) in three words, I’d choose heart-wrenching, thought-provoking, and soulful. This book fills you with sadness and frustration even as you keep rooting for her. I first read … Continue reading
Why I love Black Women
Why I love Black Women by Michael Eric Dyson (2003,304 pages). Looking at the cover I was under the impression this was going to be a book of individuals explaining why they not only loved Black women, but appreciated and respected them. … Continue reading
