Emotional and Spiritual Dividends, Ep.219
Happy June—glad you joined us! In this episode, Frank promotes reading as a way to improve mental health and reveals that he has not read a certain classic novel (to Crystal's shock). Then they discuss their recent reads. Frank's read is an exciting modern thriller—The Plot by Jean Haniff Korelitz. Crystal suggests three books: a book of poetry and two books for parents looking for new bedtime books to read aloud.
Then Frank and Crystal announce the book they're reading together next, The Women's House of Detention by Hugh Ryan, which has a special tie to NYPL and Frank's branch library Jefferson Market. We hope you check it out from your local library and read along with us.
The Plot
by Jean Haniff Korelitz
Wildly successful author Jacob Finch Bonner, who had stolen the plot of his book from a late student, fights to hide the truth from his fans and publishers, while trying to figure out who wants to destroy him. (Publisher summary)
Things You May Find Hidden in My Ear
by Mosab Abu Toha
In this poetry debut Mosab Abu Toha writes about his life under siege in Gaza, first as a child, and then as a young father. A survivor of four brutal military attacks, he bears witness to a grinding cycle of destruction and assault, and yet, his poetry is inspired by a profound humanity. (Publisher summary)
Ten Little Dumplings
by Larissa Fan; pictures by Cindy Wume
If one son is lucky, then ten must be great luck indeed! But where does that leave an only daughter? Based on a true family story, this inspiring picture book about a different perspective tells the tale of a girl determined to be seen, who finds her own voice and makes her own luck.(Publisher summary)
Wishes
by Muon Van; illustrations by Victo Ngai
In this spare, poetic picture book based on author Muon Van's family history and told through a series of wishes, a family packs up everything they own and embarks on a perilous oceanic voyage toward a better life. (Publisher summary)
For Next Time:
The Women's House of Detention: A Queer History of a Forgotten Prison
by Hugh Ryan
In this singular history of a prison that once stood in NYC’s Greenwich Village, a noted historian explores the roots of the queer and trans incarceration crisis, connecting misogyny, racism, state-sanctioned sexual violence, colonialism, sex work and the failures of prison reform.
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