Lovely Books

In this episode, EmmyB and Tara Bleazard discuss the first time that Tara read "Roots" by Alex Haley. She finished the book, March of 1991, in the wake of the Rodney King beatings and it changed her perspective forever! She gives us great insight on how to combat white privilege, and teach our children the meaning of equality exposing them to heroes like Harriet Tubman. Recommended book for young readers: "Booked" by Kwame Alexander, "Track Series" by Jason Reynolds, "Ordinary People Who Changed the World" series.

In this episode of Emmy B talks with her cousin Maryanne Snell about Nina Schuyler's novel "The Translator". This book addresses the challenges we face in communication and the importance of translating our thoughts and emotions in an understandable way to build connections. `

In this episode, Emmy B interviews long time friend Whitney Flygare highlighting "Desert Solitaire" by Edward Abbey. Whitney reminds listeners that there is beauty in the depth of human emotion and experience, akin to the vast desert landscape. And sometimes we find a book that articulates the words the have always resonated in our hearts! Then they share 5 SUMMER MUST READ BOOKS FOR 2020!