BOOK THREAD: Each month I& #39;m going to read at least one anti-racism and/or Black authored book to diversify my reading, stop centering whiteness and educate myself so I can do better.
And I& #39;ll share those books here!
And I& #39;ll share those books here!
White Fragility by Robin Diangelo. I think this is a great intro for white people on how we confront (or don& #39;t) race and racism. It is written by a white woman, so shouldn& #39;t be your only anti-racism text. But lots of great learning here!
So You Want to Talk About Race by @IjeomaOluo. Incredible book! Great introduction to topics of systemic racism, beautiful personal storytelling & actionable tips. Highly recommend Great opportunity to listen to a Black, queer, female voice - the ones often silenced.
Breathe by Imani Perry. This book reads like poetry. It& #39;s a mother& #39;s letter to her two Black sons and her love for them drips off the page. Some of it went over my head but some of it was very impactful and I& #39;m really glad I read it.
Hunger by Roxane Gay. I found this book so powerful, heartbreaking and honest. It& #39;s not a self help book but it is full of lessons. I appreciate how truthful Roxane is about her body, even when the truth is painful. Highly recommend this memoir!
Notes from a Young Black Chef by @ChefKwame. Kwame& #39;s story from his grandparents to opening his own restaurant is so interesting, engaging and makes you want to keep reading. The intersections of race, poverty and privilege are eye-opening. Love the recipes too!
Get A Life, Chloe Brown by Talia Hibbert. I don& #39;t usually read romance but I enjoyed this one. The representation is incredible - when do we get to read about a main character with chronic illness? Also, it& #39;s a steamy read!
American Prison by Shane Bauer. While not strictly an anti-racism text, it& #39;s impossible to talk about the prison system and history of prisons in America without talking about race. Deeply impactful book with horrifying facts and realities. (Note: White author)