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A thousand electric cars could run on how you feel when you know that the person you like likes you back. It feels incredible. Like it shouldn't be possible. Of all the happy coincidences to ever exist, it's one of the happiest. This was precious and the second book I've read and adored by Emma… Continue reading First & Then by Emma Mills
I was born without a voice, one cold, overcast day in Brooklyn, New York. No one ever spoke of my condition. I did not know I was mute until years later, when I’d opened my mouth to ask for what I wanted and realized no one could hear me. I don't know if I have… Continue reading A Woman is No Man by Etaf Rum
If the decision you’ve made has brought you closer to humanity, then you’ve done the right thing. This was really, really beautiful. A look into the life of a Muslim girl in the aftermath of 9/11. Our main character, Shirin, faces severe discrimination and bigotry from many of those around her. She is strong and… Continue reading A Very Large Expanse of Sea by Tahereh Mafi
You may live in the world as it is, but you can still work to create the world as it should be. I have always admired Michelle Obama; as the first woman of color to be First Lady of the US, she's persevered through adversity and criticisms that most will be lucky enough to never… Continue reading Becoming by Michelle Obama
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