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Bossypants by Tina Fey

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5.0

I want to turn half of this book into personal motivational posters. She's the sister I never had. It's one of those rare books I kept laughing out loud over.
The Grandmothers by Doris Lessing

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5.0

I am in awe, again, of her genius.

One of the great uses I could see for VR technology is to foster empathy by allowing us to experience others' lives and realities. With Lessing, we're already there, thanks to an amazing ability to bring you right into the world of her characters and let you see through the lens of their experiences.

Extraordinary story ideas, no shyness at exploring taboos, and a rich, lush, multi-sensory journey in all four novellas.
The Ways of My Grandmothers by Beverly Hungry Wolf

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4.0

Beverly Hungry Wolf recounts stories, customs, and practical traditional craft making from her Blackfoot roots.

Unlike most dry anthropological tomes, Beverley practices the traditional arts and is well-versed in ceremony, and this embodied knowledge shines through. Her warmth and humor makes for a great read. She's someone I'd love to sit down with for strong coffee, a good chat, great storytelling, and some belly laughs.

I'm pretty well versed in quite a bit of Native American culture, but I learned a lot from this book. It and its author are treasures.