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Representation Matters - 2021 Year Long Challenge
Do you read in German?I speak reasonable German but still don't often read in this language.
I do. It’s not as easy of course, but reading kids books makes it more palatable. 😊
I read books for the children too, what I don't do is pick a book for myself in German.
So I read Heretics Anonymous and it was SOOOOO GOOOOOOOOD. It asks a lot of questions I have about religion and accepting people that have different beliefs than you do. I think a lot of people should read this book.
And Love, Hate & Other Filters. I have a few more that I'd like to get to this month if I can.
I found this list helpful for the religious minorities. Yes I'm way behind.https://seattle.bibliocommons.com/lis...
thank-you... and we're not judgy here :)
Our August challenge is to read a NEW ADULT book. This is a categorization that is a bit controversial and not recognized by everyone. It targets young adults 18-20ish. Often the plots are set @ or around a college or university and they can be more sexually explicit than the average YA novel.Need help choosing an AUGUST book? Feel free to join in with the main group read of House of Earth and Blood by Sarah J. Maas
Also, here are some lists to get you on track:
-https://www.goodreads.com/list/show/9...
-https://reedsy.com/discovery/blog/new...
-https://novelsandwaffles.com/list-of-...
**Also, don’t forget to update us on last months’ challenges. Did you enjoy your choice and would you recommend it (and to whom)?**
~I read the first graphic novel in the Ms. Marvel, Vol. 1: No Normal series and loved it. I plan to read more of them. The MC is Muslim and it is an important part of the personal back-story.
Books so far on the list. My favorite month that I have read so far is May. January- Middle Grade Aru Shah and the End of Time (cute)
February- BLM / Africa Children of Virtue and Vengeance
(good but the first book was better, still... will read the third when it comes out)
March- Europe The Glass Woman (excellent!)
April- Middle East Throne of the Crescent Moon (cute)
May- Asia / Pacific Islands A Thousand Beginnings and Endings and Little Fires Everywhere
(both double excellent)
♦ June- LGBTQIA All My Mother's Lovers
and Witchmark
July- religious minority The Ruthless Lady's Guide to Wizardry
♦ August- New Adult
♦ September- LatinX / South America
♦ October- Persons with Disabilities
♦ November- Indigenous Peoples
♦ December- Human Rights
The Ruthless Lady's Guide to Wizardry is definitely on my TBR.This month, I will read the main group book House of Earth and Blood.
Melanie wrote: "The Ruthless Lady's Guide to Wizardry is definitely on my TBR.This month, I will read the main group book House of Earth and Blood."
The
was a page turner. I am sure there will be more and I look forward the second, third..... etc!
For New Adult I read
and it was lots of fun. I'm definitely going to continue the series.
I am almost done with House of Earth and Blood (august NA)I will try to post some idea lists for this month's theme LatinX/ South American books and authors later today. Happy September!
The SEPTEMBER challenge is to read books by LatinX and/or Hispanic authors or about LatinX / Hispanic characters. Although this is a YA book club, for this challenge any age range counts. Have fun picking your read, and be sure to check back in here to tell us what you thought of your book.Need help choosing a book? Here are some lists to get you on track:
-https://www.buzzfeed.com/zoraidacordo...
-https://www.goodreads.com/list/tag/la...
I am going to read Nocturna for my September challenge book. It looks true the challenge but also in my SFF wheelhouse.
For September I am going to be reading I Am Not Your Perfect Mexican Daughter.
Melanie wrote: "I am going to read Nocturna for my September challenge book. It looks true the challenge but also in my SFF wheelhouse."oooh that looks fun.
September's almost over!!! So I better start it soon ....
The OCTOBER challenge is to read books by or about persons with disabilities. YA books are certainly encouraged, but for this challenge, books from any age demographic or genre are allowed. Share here what you plan to read or how you liked your books after reading it.Need help choosing a book? Here are some lists to get you on track:
-https://www.epicreads.com/blog/ya-boo...
-https://bookriot.com/ownvoices-ya-boo...
-https://www.buzzfeednews.com/article/...
I am mid-way through Nocturna (but it's still technically National Hispanic Heritage Month so I don't feel bad).I will probably read either Skyhunter or Even If We Break for October.
Currently and plan to read: August- New Adult The Wasp Factory
September- LatinX / South America One of the Good Ones
October- Persons with Disabilities A List of Cages
Oh, The Wasp Factory is great! It really isn't for children at all. In fact, I'd hesitate to give it to anyone under the age of 18.I really want to read A List of Cages too, but it's not available on Scribd or my library...
for disability i think i'm going to read Not If I See You First - the main character is blind and The Silence Between Us - main character is deaf
It's going to be really hard not to just listen to The Fault in Our Stars again. I just adore Gus
I took the plunge and ordered A List of Cages. My son has ADHD and the main character of this book has ADHD. I think my son might enjoy this book as well.
DivaDiane wrote: "I took the plunge and ordered A List of Cages. My son has ADHD and the main character of this book has ADHD. I think my son might enjoy this book as well."A List of Cages will not disappoint!
I read Funny, You Don't Look Autistic: A Comedian's Guide to Life on the Spectrum andEven If We Break which has a character on the spectrum, and two with physical disabilities from an accident.
We are winding down on this challenge. Only 2 months left!For NOVEMBER, your challenge is to read books by or about indigenous persons. YA books are certainly encouraged; however, any kind/genre of book counts. What will you read??
Need help choosing a book? Here are some lists to get you on track:
-https://www.lapl.org/teens/books/nati...
-https://libguides.lakeheadu.ca/c.php?... (graphic novels at the bottom of this list!)
-https://www.firstnations.org/knowledg... (covers many genres/age ranges)
-https://www.goodreads.com/list/show/1...
Melanie wrote: "I will probably read either Skyhunter or Even If We Break for October."I ended up actually reading book two of a series. I was just in the mood for something lighter. Strings (1st in series-The Ables). It was better than book one. However the character-building got quite intense, so it ended up not being as light as I had hoped it would be. I still heartily recommend it and the series.
For November I fully plan to read A Snake Falls to Earth. It doesn't come out until November 8, but I have it preordered :)
Last post for tonight...I’m ready to begin planning next year’s challenge. Should I do a challenge similar to this one, or something new, but still year-long? Your feedback is appreciated.
I want to read Little Badger’s new book too! I may have to preorder it as well.
Melanie wrote: "Last post for tonight...I’m ready to begin planning next year’s challenge. Should I do a challenge similar to this one, or something new, but still year-long? Your feedback is appreciated."
I have really enjoyed this challenge. I've read and really enjoyed books I would have never picked up otherwise. I'd definitely be down to do something like it again.
i highly recommend Firekeeper's Daughter for this month if you are looking for a book also My Name is Not Easy fits the prompt
The publishing date for A Snake Falls to Earth got bumped back to the end of the month, so I'm going to have to pick another book.
I've started both Trail of Lightning and The Ghost Collector. One is adult and one is middle grade, but they are both by Indigenous authors.
I actually started Braiding Sweetgrass: Indigenous Wisdom, Scientific Knowledge, and the Teachings of Plants. It is non-fiction recommended by my best friend. I might not finish in the month's time frame because I read non-fiction slowly, but I like it so far.
Melanie wrote: "Last post for tonight...I’m ready to begin planning next year’s challenge. Should I do a challenge similar to this one, or something new, but still year-long? Your feedback is appreciated."
I have enjoyed reading books that I do not usually pick. Different cultures, countries, or a challenge similar to this one would be great. Thank You!
The final challenge (DECEMBER) is to read books that feature knowledge about and /or the struggle for Human Rights. Remember, they can be any genre and for any age level.Need help choosing a book? Here are some lists to get you on track:
-Amnesty International's Recommendation List: https://www.amnesty.org.uk/ten-great-...
-Amnesty International's YA List: https://www.amnesty.org.uk/best-young...
-Social Justice Books: https://socialjusticebooks.org/bookli...
-Brightly: https://www.readbrightly.com/books-on...
-GoodReads: https://www.goodreads.com/shelf/show/...
November Update (personal)I am still reading Braiding Sweetgrass: Indigenous Wisdom, Scientific Knowledge, and the Teachings of Plants. It is really powerful, but a slow non-ficiton read.
A Snake Falls to Earth audio came in and I plan to finish it tonight or tomorrow. It too is fabulous and was definitely worth waiting for. It is a nice blend of a lot of things I like: hopeful, urban fantasy, witty, full of well told indigenous stories.
December Recommendations:
I recommend the following:
The Hate You Give and Refugee (YA)
March: Book One and They Called Us Enemy (graphic memoirs)
Stamped: Racism, Antiracism, and You (accessible Nonfiction, audio recommended)
To Kill a Mockingbird (a classic that was much more meaningful as an adult).
December Planning:
I’m not sure what I will read but these are books I already own that apply: Mountains Beyond Mountains: The Quest of Dr. Paul Farmer, a Man Who Would Cure the World, I Am Malala: The Story of the Girl Who Stood Up for Education and Was Shot by the Taliban, The Immortal Life of Henrietta Lacks, Salt to the Sea
Future Reading Challenge:
I will be posting for next year’s challenge in a few week :)
I am still accepting recommendations and feedback. Thanks for such a fun year thus far :)
I’m really sorry I fizzled on this challenge. For the record it is a wonderful challenge, I just signed on to too many wonderful challenges and I had a bit of trouble accessing suitable works without buying more books. I had a virtual membership to my hometown, Madison, WI’s library during the pandemic, but that ended and my local library (UK) is woefully lacking in anything more diverse than (actual) Indian/Pakistani. That said, I plan to make this challenge more of a priority next year and limit the other challenges instead.
We all make choices. I fizzled out on a lot of the A8 books to do this challenge instead. Everyone has time commitments. The purpose--to expand one's reading horizons-- is what matters. It does not necessarily need to happen here. Be kind to yourself DivaDiane.
Melanie wrote: "Future Reading Challenge:I will be posting for next year’s challenge in a few week :)
I am still accepting recommendations and feedback. Thanks for such a fun year thus far :)"
I missed the challenge this year but I'd love to participate in this challenge next year. One thing that I'd love to see on the list is body positivity and plus-size representation. =)
♛Vanessa♛ wrote: "Melanie wrote: "Future Reading Challenge:I will be posting for next year’s challenge in a few week :)
I am still accepting recommendations and feedback. Thanks for such a fun year thus far :)"
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Thank-you for the suggestion. Ironically (or as a result of fate), it was already on the list.
@Everyone:Next year's challenge is posted if you want to check it out.
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