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Many queer teens need a book like this.Admittedly, I am not into reading YA, not because I look down on it, please no, I don’t mean it that way. As someone born outside the States I don’t connect to the typical YA plot points like “going to prom, what dress should I buy?” My teen years are better off forgotten, so I just stay reading adult novels.That said, I gave this book a chance because it was recommended many times by fellow Latinx readers so, why not? I’m glad to say it was an enjoyable, and to some extend, relatable read. I recommend this book to queer Latinx readers who were also raised in strict religious families. This novel is like a friend that understands you and also tries to cheer you up with its authentic sibling dynamics and occasional fun moments.Extra cheers for the amazing audiobook narrator.
I think I've found my favorite book of all time
Those are major words. I recommend this book to those who appreciate epistolary novels, environmental-themed science fiction with some pagan/spiritual elements, effortless minority representation and beautiful yet accessible prose.
This book touched me in a way I thought no book would ever manage. I listened to the audiobook narrated by Xe Sands, which I think helped enhance Itäranta's words. I can't recommend this book enough.
Accessible and HelpfulThis book is short, and the language is accessible to anyone interested in its content. There's no need for a psychology degree to understand it, no fancy academic jargon, no lengthy tangents.
The book is a balanced mix of theory and anecdotal examples that back up the theory.
The audiobook's narration is smooth and easy to listen to, and the book has been published in multiple retail platforms so it's quite easy to access. Fully recommend it.
Disability Awareness Matters
To those interested in learning more about the history of disability rights in the United States, this memoir by Judith Heumann is a fantastic starter point. The narration is a clear and honest depiction of the injustices and struggles as Heumann became an important voice for disability rights.
The memoir touches upon the topic of disability awareness around the world, but the main focus is of course in the fight for human rights in the United States, being Heumann's birth place.
Can't recommend it enough.
Can't find the words to thank the author for her work.
This is my brief, much less detailed ramble after reading The Weaver in its audio book version.
I am a real life lucid dreamer who's still afraid of openly saying it. I'm trying here. I've been afraid of nightmares all my life, and as I grew older, everyone around me has pushed me to belittle the significance of whatever my dreams try to tell me.
Then this book happened.
Eliane is a dreamer, raised as a weaver, in a world where having dreams is considered a plague. The Council has developed a method to take away people's dreams. For some reason Eliana is still able to dream, so she hides this skill to protect herself. As the story unfolds, Eliana learns the extend of the damage The Council has done to the island, and she will also learn to overcome her fears to embrace who she is and the hidden powers of her dreams to maybe, possibly, save herself and her loved ones from impending disaster.
The writing is skillful and the world is intriguing enough to make this blind person care regardless of not visualizing all the sensory details the author created, the characters feel realistic, and I know I am biased because of my personal connection to the symbolisms used throughout the story.
I am one of the readers this book needed to reach, and I don't know how to thank the author. I know she'll never see this, but I had to write it somewhere. Kiitos Emmi.
Some important information here, yet the author's seemingly deliberate erasure of disabled communities around the world while at the same claiming a global perspective for a better world in the phase of climate change, is what made me give the book a lower rating. The “I am healthy with all my limbs and brain and senses” bias (whether unconscious or not) was a true let down as the book progressed. Don't claim to be all inclusive if you plan to erase entire communities from your “handbook for a better planet” thing.
I've read several books on the subject, and this is the one I would end up recommending. It has some golden nuggets, and it's up to each writer to continue their own self awareness path after reading it, but this is the book that goes beyond the quick and easy tips and hacks and shows us a bit of psychology that's always involved in the topic of writer's block.
I'm So Effing Tired: A Proven Plan to Beat Burnout, Boost Your Energy, and Reclaim Your Life
I'm not the audience for this book. This will be a much more helpful guide for people with no disabilities whatsoever. I'm blind, and many blind people have completely distorted circadian rhythms due to the distorted light information, or lack thereof that our eyes get.
This book was more like a “one size” plan that kept saying “but do whatever works for you,” as a cope out.
It still has helpful information on a more healthy nutrition, but again, this is for average people who can afford all those organic foods, so this is not for people under the poverty line who eat whatever they can afford. Middle of the road, but it still has some good information.
Children out there need and deserve a book like this.The story follows Isla, as she learns to adapt to changes at home, virtual school, and then another home with her other parent. It sounds simple at first, but as the story moves along, we learn more about Isla and her families.
The writing style reflects the main character's perspective so well, it feels like we are in the mind of a 4th grade child with a vivid imagination, but as adults we can pick up the subtleties as well.
All in all, a 5 star read, with lovable characters and an important message that a lot of children out there can relate to.
More Like This PleaseWhat a work of art. It's a non-fiction about nature that feels like a fictional adventure, but it's all true. I recommend this to anyone interested in learning about the gifts from Mother Earth, and North American indigenous cultures. This should become a required reading at some point in general North American education. There's so much knowledge shared in these pages. Please don't let this one out of your reading lists.
I listened to the audiobook version, because I'm blind. If there's an audiobook, I'll listen to that over my robotic screen reader. It was narrated by the author, and her voice is calm and soothing, which makes this an even more enjoyable experience.
Bilingual review (Spanish - English)
ESPAÑOLSuperhéroes extraños, conspiraciones, diversidad y bardeo bien argentino. ¿Qué más querés? Si te gustan las historias de superhéroes pero quieres leer una que tenga algo diferente y único tenés que leer Singulares. Leé o no podemos ser amigos.
ENGLISHWeird superheoes, conspiracy, diversity, and very Argentinian banter. What else do you want? If you like superhero stories and you'd like to read a unique take on this genre, then you must read Singulares. If you can read in Spanish, and you don't read this, we cannot be friends. Also, English translation is in the works (January 2023).
If you like scifi that doesn't seem like scifi, this book is for you. If you like time travel but you'd like to read a different type of time travel, this book is for you. If you prefer more character driven and emotional stories, this book is for you.
This will make my top 10 favorites of the year, no doubt.
I need more books about lighthouses in my life. This was wonderful. Being this solitary person who does everything slowly, some of the characters in the story felt relatable in their aloofness towards society. I'm trying to make sense of this, but I can't. I want more like this type of atmospheric, slow, mysterious and solitary type of stories.
A true page turner.
Started listening to the ebook (blind with screen reader aid) at 4 in the morning, and finished it by noon. If i keep turning pages when all i have is a faulty robotic voice, that's how I know it's a good one. I used the Scribd platform to read this, and I'm so glad I could find it there.
I'm not usually a quote highlight type of reader, but in this book i highlighted so many things, mostly from Elise's narration. I'm sure I forgot to highlight some parts because i was quick to turn the page and read the next scene.
This isn't the typical murder mystery, and that made me love it even more. I can't recommend it enough to anyone who enjoys reading in this genre, and even to those looking for a good introduction to murder mysteries.
Very Enjoyable Stories
If you like a bit of sci-fi, a bit of horror and a bit of the unknown all wrapped in a diverse cast of characters and settings, look no further.
This short story collection is varied but coherent.
I enjoyed reading this very much and would totally recommend this to science fiction and paranormal readers.
Quick, easy and helpful.
Ireland is a small country with a giant heart. I've been there and I remember many things, but I wondered about how much ishas changed since my time there. This book is up to date and helpful. The author keeps updating on her website. All in all a nice read that brought up happy memories.
Very helpful
This was an accessible read and the author is honest about the life of a writer and all the things that could, and usually do go wrong and waste people's time. The possible solutions are presented with clear ideas and examples.
All in all, I recommend this to anyone interested in improving their time management skills before or while they're building their author business.
