Pageboy, Elliot Page
Elliot Page is one of the most famous trans people in the world. In 2021, he became the first openly trans man to appear on the cover of TIME. Coming out this June 6th, Page has written his first book, a memory about navigating queer, love, fame, and identity.
Hood Feminism, Mikki Kendall
Hood Feminism is a critique of the feminist movement discussing the lack of inclusivity despite being “a movement that draws much of its strength from the claim that it represents over half of the world’s population.” Kendall examines how feminism has failed to take into account populations that have too often been excluded from the movement and the lack of acknowledging a breadth of issues that intersect race, class, and gender.
I’m Glad My Mom Died, Jennette McCurdy
I’m Glad My Mom Died is a memoir by American writer and actress Jenette McCurdy (best known from her role in popular Nickelodeon shows). The book describes the heartbreaking and comical stories about McCdurdy struggles as a former child actor- including mental health issues and her complicated relationship with her overbearing mother- also how she retook control of her life.
The Vanishing Half, Brit Bennett
The Vanishing Half is a historical fiction novel about twin sisters who ultimately choose to live in two very different words, one black and one white. The novel navigates themes of identity, colorism, and class.
The Duke and I, Julia Quinn
Are you a fan of the Shonda Rhimes Bridgerton television show? Why not try reading the book it’s based on! The Duke and I is the first book of the Bridgerton series which focuses on Daphne, the fourth of eight siblings in the Bridgerton family. The story follows Daphne in search of love and a husband worthy of starting a family with. However, the one she finds may be more than she can handle.
