Black Americans Built Queer Liberation
Let’s dive into American history and learn about how the slaves fighting for freedom paved the way for queer liberation.
Award-Winning AANHPI Authors
These authors made it onto award-winning lists, and they're on our lists too. Check out these 5 AANHPI authors to add to your never-ending TBR list!
What is AANHPI Heritage Month?
A deep dive into Asian American and Native Hawaiian/Pacific Islander Heritage Month: how it came to be, the most notable contributions to society, and how you can celebrate this May!
This Just In! Reading Has Opinions, and So Do You!
From banned books to censorship to language, literature isn’t neutral, and neither are you.
Building Community in this Sh*t Show
Struggling to build community and navigate the world when it's in chaos? Check out our discussion of a book written in a dystopian-future that feels eerily similar to our own.
The Political Nature of Fiction
Earth Day is April 22, and we've gathered a list of books across popular genres that feature climate-related issues.
Live, Laugh, Love the Library
Dive into a wonderful mind that lives, laughs, & loves the West Allegheny Community Library in celebration of Library Week!
TransRightsReadathon TBR
Your TBR is never ending? That’s unfortunate because here are some MUST reads for the Trans Rights Readathon!
March for Gender Liberation
A short yet comprehensive recap of the intertwined histories of trans rights and women's rights.
TransRightsReadathon Starter Pack
Mark your calendars for March 21-31 for the Trans Rights Readathon! Read on for everything you need to know about the readathon, plus an interview with the organizers!
“The Horrors Persist But So Do We”
As we enter these next 4+ years, it’s critical we emphasize how we take care of one another and preserve our energy for the long fight ahead. We’re sharing a combination of resources to help you stay informed, get involved, fine tune your media literacy skills, seek out diverse news sources, and pour into your communities through mutual aid.
Los Angeles is Burning: Social Media Apathy in Response to LA Wildfires
The world watched from their screens as Los Angeles County faced devastating wildfires from all sides. In a moment that required us to come together, some took to social media to add fuel to the flames.
10 Black-Owned Bookstores You Should Visit
Looking to visit some new bookstores? We asked the Readin’ community about their favorite Black-owned bookstores across the United States.
Mutual Aid 101
Want to learn about mutual aid and how to get involved? We got you! We’ll help you find local organizations in your area, as well as some ways you can participate in mutual aid as a book lover!