Can You Hear Me Now? – Book Review

Can You Hear Me Now? – Book Review

By: Celina Caesar-Chavannes My Goodreads Review: 4/5 Stars "...I started to realize that my burden was lessened whenever I used my voice to speak about uncomfortable issues. The heaviness was still there, but I started to understand that the burden of responsibility I was feeling was not a burden at all -- it was an [...]

Early Completion of my 2021 Reading Goals!

Early Completion of my 2021 Reading Goals!

At the beginning of this year (2021), I was about six months into my blog and ready to spend more time reading and blogging. I decided to increase my yearly reading goal to 25 books. I am excited to say that I have already completed that goal! I have read some fantastic, memorable, and not-so-great [...]

Under the Overpass – Book Review

Under the Overpass – Book Review

By: Michael Yankosky This short novel takes a deep dive into America's homeless communities.  The author, Michael Yankosky, accounts his time living among the homeless in America, accompanied by his friend Sam. They decide to embark on this journey to learn more about how they can help the homeless.   To better understand people in need, [...]

A Promised Land – Book Review

A Promised Land – Book Review

By: Barack Obama A Promised Land is part 1 of Barack Obama’s autobiography. I chose to read his book to learn more about him and how he worked to become the president of the United States. “The truth is, I’ve never been a big believer in destiny. I worry that it encourages resignation in the [...]