Though Soraya is a princess, her life is not nearly as regal as you might think. Cursed at birth with a poisonous touch, Soraya has been hidden away most of her life. Not only is this crippling for Soraya but
Reading more like a manifesto, Johnson explores many aspects of his identity as both Black and queer. With each chapter separated into a separate story, Johnson recounts some of his most impactful experiences, particularly as a child and teen. These
Simone is a really riveting protagonist. Not only is she HIV-positive, but she’s also Black and has two dads. She unfortunately has to deal with the kinds of microaggressions that are all too common for Black Americans as well as
Justyce has spent his life prepping for the Ivy League; he’s at the top of his class and keeps his head down as he strives to succeed. But when Justyce gets caught up in a racially-charged altercation with an off-duty
Caleb has what many teenagers seek: good looks, relative popularity, and a spot on the varsity football team. But when Caleb begins to experience extreme emotions, none of those advantages seem to matter anymore. After a violent outburst at school,
I want to start this post off by stating that I am a white woman and am still continuing to learn about the issues I’ll be discussing here. Like many of us, I am shocked and appalled not only by
Coriolanus Snow wants nothing more than to succeed. While his family home might look lavish, his family is essentially broke. Coriolanus can’t even afford a new shirt for his big day: he’s finally being given an opportunity to mentor in
This summer will be decidedly different from what we’re used to. Something that doesn’t have to change? Our reading schedules! If you’re working from home, working reduced hours, or you’re taking extra walks, you might have some extra time to
It’s 1989 and Reza has just moved to New York City from Iran. Not only does Reza feel out of place in a huge new city, but he’s also hiding a secret: Reza is gay. Not only is Reza worried
While the official origins of Star Wars Day are hotly debated, May the 4th has brought joy to Star Wars fans for decades. The date was chosen for its similarity to the phrase “May the Force be with you”, something