Representation is vital. For every single minority group and person. This picture just makes me happy. We live in a world of spectrums and differences. All of it, every single one, should be depicted in art, media, news, books, everything. The world cannot grow into a better one if we ignore all the people who… Continue reading A Gay Little Reading List
Tag: NonFiction
Humanity of Horses in Sarah Maslin Nir’s Horse Crazy
Sarah Maslin Nir explores the humanity of horses and her connection to an animal that gave her a sense of belonging when she couldn't find it in the world or her family. For her it was horses, for me it was dogs, but we all need to feel we belong to someone, even if that someone is a horse.
Raging Against Male Privilege in Entitled by Kate Manne
If you’re looking to be angry at the obstacles women face, this is a great book to read. If you have no idea what obstacles women face, please go read this, right now.
A Reading List with Political Ramifications
I've been exceptionally terrible at writing book reviews for the books I've read over the last two years, so I'm doing reading lists to clear out my book closet and give myself a fresh start. Here's a list of books with political ramifications!
Scottish Tartan and Highland Dress by Fiona MacDonald
I brought this teeny little book with me to Minnesota's Renaissance Faire during their Scottish Highland themed weekend. I'm a huge fan of history, fashion, and fun facts, so Scottish Tartan and Highland Dress by Fiona Macdonald was a fun read, even though, it was a bit basic at times.
Confronting Death in It’s Your Funeral by Kathy Benjamin
With a sense of humor, Kathy Benjamin prepares her readers for the one completely unavoidable consequence of living: death. We can't control what happens once we're gone, but with a little bit of preparedness, we can sure try. Also write your damn will.