Books & Authors, Diverse VoicesPublished September 19, 2021 Submitted by: Miranda
September 15 to October 15 is National Hispanic American Heritage Month, when we honor and celebrate the generations of Hispanic Americans who have positively influenced and enriched our nation and society. One great way to celebrate the season is to read one of these new books by Latinx authors!
More Books & Authors, Diverse VoicesPublished July 4, 2021 Submitted by: Miranda
National Disability Independence Day on July 26th commemorates the signing of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) on July 26th, 1990. The ADA provides protection from employment discrimination as well as better access to goods, services and communications for people with disabilities. Celebrate Disability Independence Day by reading stories--true and fictional--about the lives of Americans with disabilities.
More Books & Authors, Diverse VoicesPublished June 27, 2021 Submitted by: Miranda
Throughout history and still today, mainstream popular culture often depicts Native characters as stereotypical historical figures. These books by Indigenous authors imagine new worlds for Native culture to thrive.
More Books & Authors, Diverse VoicesPublished February 7, 2021 Submitted by: Miranda
In the words of activist Rachel Cargle, "Black history is American history." Open your eyes and ears to the stories of our country's history told by Black Americans.
More Diverse VoicesPublished September 29, 2020 Submitted by: Miranda
Learn more about racial injustice and the Black experience by watching these films.
More Books & Authors, Diverse VoicesPublished August 2, 2020 Submitted by: Miranda
Broaden your literary horizons with these science fiction and fantasy books centered on African and Black culture.
More Books & Authors, Diverse VoicesPublished June 28, 2020 Submitted by: Miranda
While it's important to shine a light on the struggle of the Black community, it's also important to highlight the wonderfully joyful books featuring Black characters and authors. If you'd like to escape into a happily-ever-after, here are some optimistic Black stories to sink into.
More Books & Authors, Diverse VoicesPublished June 9, 2019 Submitted by: Miranda
Pick up one of these books to celebrate National Pride Month in June! Keep reading throughout the summer to gear up for Greater Ozarks Pridefest in Downtown Springfield on October 12, 2019.
More Books & AuthorsPublished August 11, 2016 Submitted by: Miranda
Consider saving the seeds from your open-pollinated plants. You’ll have free seeds for next year’s garden, and most likely some left over to share and swap. More Books & AuthorsPublished December 17, 2015 Submitted by: Miranda
These fictional stories about immigrants and their families give us a glimpse at the real lives of immigrants in America.
More Books & AuthorsPublished September 17, 2015 Submitted by: Miranda
Peanut butter and jelly, cheese and crackers--some pairings are universally acknowledged. We’ve paired some of your favorite books with music to enhance your reading experience.
More Books & AuthorsPublished June 11, 2015 Submitted by: Miranda
The transition from childhood to adulthood seems to be getting trickier as of late. These books provide twenty- and thirty-somethings with guidelines on becoming a real life adult. More Books & AuthorsPublished March 12, 2015 Submitted by: Miranda
Check out these books with unreliable narrators, characters who tell their stories with questionable credibility.
More Books & AuthorsPublished December 11, 2014 Submitted by: Miranda
Here's a House of Cards-inspired reading list, while you wait for the Season 3 premiere. More Books & AuthorsPublished June 1, 2014 Submitted by: Miranda
Social media can be a great place for authors to communicate to their fans and reach new readers. Keep up with your favorite authors by following them on Twitter and Instagram. More