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How to Be an Antiracist

Black lives matter

This timely #1 New York Times Bestseller helps readers to understand racism truly and to learn how to oppose racism in its many forms. This is the book for anyone who wants to go beyond merely being aware of racism and take the next step: help form a more just society.

Middlesex

Pulitzer Prize winner

Straight from Amazon's 100 Books to Read in a Lifetime list is one of my own personal favorite books. This epic coming-of-age novel about a young person figuring out their gender will leave you thinking and talking about it long after you finish it.

The Girl with the Louding Voice

Inspiring

Amazon has compiled the Best books of the year so far and from this list, check out this heart-breaking and triumphant novel by Abi Daré. It's the inspiring tale of a teenage girl growing up in a Nigerian village who longs to get an education so she can find her "louding voice" and learn to speak for herself.

The Chronicles of Narnia Box Set

Classic YA

The Lion, the Witch, and the Wardrobe was my entry into fantasy as a young girl. This classic young adult series has been around since before "YA" was even a thing, and it remains one of my all-time favorite series of books (and films) to this day. I purchasesd this paperback set for my own children.

The 5 Love Languages: The Secret to Love that Lasts

Relationship helper

Understanding how your partner perceives love is enormously helpful. This practical and insightful book can help you keep your relationship on track as you learn to speak your partner's love language.

Outlander

Genre-crossing

The delightfully engrossing Outlander is a blend of historical fiction, adventure, romance, and fantasy. The first book of the series will suck you into the adventures of a 1940s British WWII-veteran nurse who accidentally time-travels and encounters a strapping Scottish Highlander 200 years in the past. The STARZ/Netflix TV series is a highly enjoyable adaptation, but the book has so much more detail.

The Handmaid's Tale and The Testaments Box Set

Dystopic futre

I read The Handmaid's Tale twice, and I almost never read books twice. It's a haunting book about the enslavement of the few fertile women left in this dystopic future world. It really sticks with you, and it's even better than the Hulu TV series inspired by it. The Testaments, released 34 years later, is the prequel to The Handmaid's Tale.

My Own Words

RBG autobiography

Get a glimpse into the life of the late historically important Supreme Court Justice Ruth Bader Ginsberg. In this book, she discusses gender equality, the inner workings of the Supreme Court, being Jewish, the law, the U.S. Constitution, and more.

Rich Dad Poor Dad: What the Rich Teach Their Kids About Money That the Poor and Middle Class Do Not!

Financial advice

Read the #1 Personal Finance book of all time. The author shares his experience growing up with his own (poor) dad and best friend's (rich) dad and what he learned from each one, busting the myth that you must make a large income to do well financially. Make your money work for you rather than working for your money.

The Happy Ever After Playlist

Romance

This romantic comedy features a trouble-making dog acting as a matchmaker and healing broken hearts. The feel-good bestseller has loads of heart.

The Guest List: A Novel

Mystery

Lucy Foley's chilling bestseller reads like an Agatha Christie whodunit. There's a high society wedding taking place on a stormy island off of Ireland; everyone's just dying to be on the guest list.

Dune

Science fiction

The epic novel is coming (back) to the big screen soon, so now's the time to read or re-read one of the best-selling sci-fi books of all time. This enchanting mix of adventure, mysticism, environmentalism, and politics is an important cornerstone of the genre.

The Grace Year: A Novel

YA and teen

This bestselling novel was Amazon's Young Adult Book of the Year. A chilling dystopic future story in the vein of The Handmaid's Tale and The Hunger Games, you won't be able to put it down (whether you're a young adult or not.)

Skinnytaste Meal Prep: Healthy Make-Ahead Meals and Freezer Recipes to Simplify Your Life: A Cookbook

Quick and healthy cooking

Master the art of meal prep. Make healthy, tasty meals ahead of time, so you don't have to think about what to cook when you are hungry. Just heat and eat. Over 120 easy, delicious recipes will get you on the right track.

The Very Hungry Caterpillar

Children's classic

I read this charming book to my children just as my parents read it to me back in the 1970s. The famous hungry caterpillar eats its way through the pages, teaching days of the week, colors, and more along the way. The new, oversized board book includes a CD of the late, great author Eric Carle reading his popular book.

Green Toys Fire Truck & Sounds Board Book

For toddlers who love trucks

Much more than a book, this board-book-and-toy set will be sure to delight your truck-obsessed toddler and inspire creative play. The truck is made of 100% recycled plastic milk containers, and it can be washed in the dishwasher for a deep cleaning.

Hape Eggspressions Wooden Learning Toy with Illustrative Book

Sorting little ones' emotions

Toddlers can feel overwhelmed by their emotions, causing them to act out. Promote emotional maturity and help them sort those scrambled feelings with this book and expressive wooden toy egg set.

STMT DIY Journaling Set

Personalize your journal

Teens and up can take journaling to the next level with this kit. The set includes a 70-page journal and stickers, gems, glitter frames, a faux suede tassel keychain, shaped paper clips, a magnetic bookmark, pen, and more.

Trolls World Tour Light Up Scrapbook

For Trolls fans

This creative and colorful scrapbook set is a must for fans of the Trolls movies. The kit comes with over 300 gemstones, sequins, punch-outs, printed sheets, stickers, and more. The scrapbook lights up with a press of a button.

Klutz Book of Paper Airplanes Craft Kit

Aerodynamic

Learn how to make ten different paper airplanes with this fun and educational book kit. The 56-page book full of crystal-clear instructions comes with 40 sheets of custom-designed paper so you can get crafting immediately.