Ashley, Kym, and Matt are joined by Kirsten Cappy, the Executive Director of I’m Your Neighbor Books, an organization that cultivates a sense of belonging and engagement with immigrants and new Americans. We dive into the power of storytelling, community building, and cultivating meaningful conversation. Prepare to hear about a lot of books, feel big feelings, and learn about an organization working toward literary access.

What we’re reading:

·        The Rose Field by Philip Pullman

·        The Strongest Heart by Saadia Faruqi

·        Looking For Smoke by K.A. Cobell

·        Owl Diaries: A Woodland Wedding by Rebecca Elliott

·        Rave On: The Biography of Buddy Holly by Philip Norman

Resources we mentioned:

·        I’m Your Neighbor Books

·        Diverse Book Finder

·        AudioFile Magazine

Credit:

“Wholesome”

Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)

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