Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie is a renowned Nigerian novelist, writer, and public speaker. She was born on September 15, 1977, in Enugu, Nigeria, and has gained widespread recognition for her literary works, which focus on themes of gender, identity, race, and the Nigerian experience. Chimamanda is considered one of the…
For the first time in my reading experience, I read a book on crime investigation. When it comes to television shows, documentaries, or even movies about crime investigation I give my undivided attention throughout. That’s how much I am devoted to it. The sad reality though is that although…
As a new mom, I have been strict about the kinds of books that I read to my daughter. Whilst she is still only a baby, it is important to me for her to read books about diversity and being different. In part because she is mixed race (I…
Having been treated for depression and anxiety before. Seeing the sub-title “why you’re depressed and how to find hope” made me both excited and nervous. I remember picking up the book from the shelf and settling into my reading corner where I started reading immediately. The introduction alone astounded…
Jubilee: Recipes from Two Centuries of African American Cooking by Toni Tipton-Martin – This James beard award winning cookbook is worth the hype and then some. Filled with a few southern classics like fried chicken and corn bread to orange biscuits. This is a must for any home cook…
