Find your new favorite book
What to Read This Winter — 2023 Books
Not sure what to read this winter? Check out seven newly released books that I highly recommend…
The Sum of Us by Heather McGhee
If a single book has the ability to fundamentally change the way Americans view systemic racism and its detrimental impact on American life, it’s this book.
5 Unforgettable Memoirs Published in 2022
Looking for a memoir recommendation? These are five of the most unforgettable new memoirs I read in 2022…
Empire of Pain by Patrick Radden Keefe
Wow wow wow. This book is truly a masterpiece of investigative journalism. Empire of Pain chronicles three generations of the Sackler family and their legacy….
Invisible Women by Caroline Criado Perez
Talk about an infuriating book! Invisible Women dives DEEP into the data biases that exist in our society.
You’re The Only One I’ve Told by Dr. Meera Shah
If you only read one more book this year, make it this one! My thoughts summed up into a few words: moving, informative, educational and infuriating...
Maid by Stephanie Land
In her moving debut, Stephanie Land recounts her experience living in poverty with her young daughter while trying to survive by whatever means necessary…
Dopamine Nation by Anna Lembke, MD
If you love learning about the brain and psychology or you’re interested to learn more about the science of anxiety, depression and addiction, this is a must read!
Nonfiction Books for Self-Improvement
Looking for a book that will improve your life? I’ve got ya covered! Click through to see my six recommendations of nonfiction books for self-improvement…
The Office of Historical Corrections by Danielle Evans
If you’re a fan of short stories or in search of a discussion-worthy book club selection, I highly recommend this one! It will give you plenty to think about/discuss….
The Sympathizer by Viet Thanh Nguyen
Well, I can see why this won a Pulitzer… If you are remotely interested in history, politics, international relations and/or just excellent literature, this is a must read!
Beautiful Country by Qian Julie Wang
One of the things I love most about reading is the ability to inhabit another person’s life. I love learning about people who have completely different life experiences than me…
This is Your Mind on Plants by Michael Pollen
I’m endlessly fascinated by the brain and how it functions… which is why I love Michael Pollen. If you’re interested in the history, science and societal impacts of drugs, this one's for you…
Cultish by Amanda Montell
What do religious cults, CrossFit, multi-level marketing companies and Instagram influencers all have in common? In this captivating work on non-fiction, Amanda Montell dives deep into all things “cultish”…
Disability Visibility by Alice Wong
Did you know that people with disabilities are the largest “minority” group in the United States? Comprising 20% of the US population, one in five Americans lives with a disability…
Of Women and Salt by Gabriela Garcia
Reviewing my monthly selection from Literati, my favorite book subscription service.
Pachinko by Min Jin Lee
An epic multi-generational saga that tells the story of a Korean family living in Japan. The book begins in the early 1900s…
INTERVIEW with Sarah Hill, PhD
An exclusive interview with Sarah E. Hill, PhD, the author of This Is Your Brain on Birth Control. Watch our full discussion about Women’s health, birth control and more…