Non-Fiction
Factual writing, dealing with real life events, problems, learning, and more. It's not fiction!
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In Defense of Witches: The Legacy of the Witch Hunts and Why Women Are Still on Trial
The subject matter is compelling, as it affects the lives of every woman who’s ever lived since the first witch was born. As a woman who’s experienced her unfair share of oppression, I…
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Gender Pioneers: A Celebration of Transgender, Non-Binary and Intersex Icons
I'm not sure I'd title this book a 'celebration'. To me it's more a 'recognition' of transgender, non-binary and intersex people that you may not have heard about before.
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Rebel Girls: Climate Warriors
Rebel Girls Climate Warriors: 25 Tales of Women Who Protect the Earth by Rebel Girls My rating: 5 of 5 stars I read Rebel Girls: Climate Warriors in one sitting. I kept telling…
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Dessert Can Save the World
Dessert Can Save the World: Lessons, Secrets, and Recipes for a Stubbornly Joyful Existence by Christina TosiMy rating: 3 of 5 stars If you’re expecting a cookbook, you’re in for a surprise. Sure,…
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Enough Already
This book is a biography, a self-help guide, a cookbook, and yes, if you were enthralled with Edward Van Halen too, it’s their never-ending love story, too.
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Old-Time Country Wisdom and Lore for Hearth and Home
Wisdom and Lore, or terrifying examples of "What Could Possibly Go Wrong?"
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In the Shadow of the Fallen Towers
Much as my generation studied the events of December 7, 1941, when Pearl Harbor was attacked and we officially joined World War II, it's important that all Americans learn about the events of…
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Blimey, I’m Knackered!
Blimey, I’m Knackered!: An American’s Survival Guide to British English by Marshall Hall My rating: 4 of 5 stars I love learning about other countries and cultures. Getting familiar with a country’s slang…
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Princess Margaret
Princess Margaret by Helen Cathcart My rating: 5 of 5 stars Part of the six-book series, “The Royal House of Windsor”, Princess Margaret was penned in 1974 by the mysterious and reclusive Helen…
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Eruption: Conversations with Eddie Van Halen
Eruption: Conversations with Eddie Van Halen by Brad Tolinski My rating: 5 of 5 stars “Conversations” is no exaggeration. Most of this book is comprised of transcripts taken from over fifty hours of…
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Carefree Black Girls
A collection of essays that pivot around the hashtag #carefreeblackgirl which was first used by Zeba Blay in 2013.
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Posts of a Mid-Century Kid
A charming ramble of childhood memories, interspersed with thoughts about present-day life.
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Bookbinding and How to Bring Old Books Back to Life
Bookbinding and How to Bring Old Books Back to Life by Aimee SpillmanMy rating: 5 of 5 stars I’ve always been a crafter, and a reader, so finding a book that promises to…
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A Short History of Spaghetti with Tomato Sauce
A Short History of Spaghetti with Tomato Sauce by Massimo Montanari My rating: 4 of 5 stars I always enjoy learning about the origins of food and drinks that are usually taken for…
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History is Delicious
History Is Delicious by Josh Lurie My rating: 5 of 5 stars History is Delicious will entertain any young person who enjoys food, while sneakily educating them. As a bonus, this book just…
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Green with Milk and Sugar
Green with Milk and Sugar: When Japan Filled America’s Tea Cups by Robert Hellyer My rating: 3 of 5 stars Written in a decidedly academic style, this book may not appeal to the…
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A Guide to Film and TV Cosplay
A Guide to Film and TV Cosplay by Holly Swinyard My rating: 5 of 5 stars Fan conventions can be daunting, even for people like me who have been to more than a…
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The Secret History of Food
The Secret History of Food: Strange but True Stories About the Origins of Everything We Eat by Matt Siegel My rating: 5 of 5 stars Written in a lush conversational style, this is…
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The Road Trip Survival Guide
The Road Trip Survival Guide: Tips and Tricks for Planning Routes, Packing Up, and Preparing for Any Unexpected Encounter Along the Way by Rob Taylor My rating: 5 of 5 stars It’s been…
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How to Forage for Mushrooms without Dying
How to Forage for Mushrooms without Dying: An Absolute Beginner’s Guide to Identifying 29 Wild, Edible Mushrooms by Frank Hyman My rating: 5 of 5 stars I’m a forager by nature, and take…
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There’s No Ham in Hamburgers
There’s No Ham in Hamburgers: Facts and Folklore About Our Favorite Foods by Kim Zachman My rating: 5 of 5 stars What a fun book! Young readers will gobble up lots of surprising…
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The History of Sweets
The History of Sweets by Paul Chrystal My rating: 5 of 5 stars Two decades ago, I created a chocolate and coffee resource website. Searching for interesting facts and information about my two…
