Black Joy
Check out these books that highlight the joy, comfort, love, creativity and other positive experiences that are integral parts of the full humanity of Black lives.
Rap & Hip-Hop Histories
The following is a list of books that look at the artistic importance of rap and hip-hop, highlighting both the high-profile hitmakers and lesser-known artists.
“Life I Swear” and Other Books About Black Women Self-Empowerment
The following is a list of books with an empowering and self-affirming perspective written by and for Black women, and focused on the daily trials and joyful moments of life.
Black-Authored Cookbooks
Sample the delicious flavors and histories of Black cuisine. From dishes that show the roots of African American cooking to modern sweet treats, you’re sure to find something to tempt your palate.
Criminal Court Reads
When taken to court, criminal matters involve very high stakes for anyone involved. Therefore, developing knowledge of the criminal process beyond TV dramas and movies is vital for an individual’s ability to advocate for themselves and for others in their community.
Businesses Behaving Badly
There has been a recent influx of popular television shows surrounding high finance and big business. From “Succession” to “Billions” to “Industry,” the behind-the-scenes machinations of these worlds, so foreign to most of us, becomes the perfect fodder for the screen. But these shows all represent imagined accounts of fictional companies. There are, however, many recent book releases dealing with real companies with very real drama, all of which has lasting societal impacts. And as these books showcase, there really is no way you can make this stuff up.
POMPEII: THE EXHIBITION – Recommended Reads from Carnegie Science Center
Our friends at Carnegie Science Center dug up some great reads about Pompeii! After you’re done finding your own reading treasures in the Library, check out POMPEII: THE EXHIBITION … Continued
Creative Course Club: Salt to Stone
Salt is a mineral that is found in every culture on the planet. Mark Kurlansky, in his book Salt: A World History, explains that there are over 14,000 uses for … Continued
Decorating With Flowers and Other Plant Materials
As the nights grow longer and the days get grayer, a flower arrangement may be just the thing to brighten your home and lift your spirits. Check out these Library resources for guidance on how to create your own floral arrangement, wreath or centerpiece.
Immigrant Memoirs
Whether Latinx, Asian or African, these writers consider how those identities mingle with the idea of being an American, from newly arrived to long-term residency. Dealing with themes of deep-rooted identity and the often-impossible navigation of assimilating to a culture that is not always welcoming, these books exhibit an array of hard-won truths about life and finding home.