Alana and Lillie discuss (with spoilers!) the new Kindred series on Hulu/FX, the challenges of book to series adaptation, and the question of whether or not the power of Octavia Butler can be achieved on-screen. Books mentioned: Kindred by Octavia E. Butler Parable of the Sower by Octavia E. Butler The Handmaid’s Tale by Margaret […]
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Ashley and Alana discuss their favorite romantic comedies, what they do and don’t like about romantic comedies, and how romantic comedies can be better. Films/tv mentioned: The Incredible Jessica Williams Away We Go Love Life Birds of Prey Scott Pilgrim Bros Mr. and Mrs. Smith The Lovebirds The Other Woman 500 Days of Summer Been
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In this SPOILER-HEAVY discussion, Marvel fans and contributors Renee, Ashley, and Sally discuss the latest addition to the MCU, Black Panther: Wakanda Forever. They discuss their favorite moments, what Ryan Coogler’s newest film means for them as it relates to their identities, portrayals of grief, some disappointments, the so-called M-SHE-U and what they’re looking forward
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I am a complete Disney adult. I know, I know, depending on who you are and how you feel about Disney this may be very telling of who I am as a person. Considering my lifelong love for Disney, it is not surprising that I watched their newest movie, Encanto, as soon as it was
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![Here's a non-fiction suggestion for your TBR as Arab American Heritage Month winds down!📖
LAST TO EAT, LAST TO LEARN: My Life in Afghanistan Fighting to Educate Women by Pashtana Durrani and Tamara Bralo has already hit shelves at your local library or bookstore!
"From young Afghani activist and Amnesty International Global Youth Ambassador Pashtana Durrani, a deeply inspiring memoir about the power of learning and the value of educators in their many forms – from teachers, mentors, and role models, to fathers, mothers, and any one of us with the drive to stand against ignorance…"
What other books are you picking up for Arab Heritage month?
Thank you @kensingtonbooks for sending this title our way!
[alt text: the book, Last to Eat, Last to Learn by Pashtana Durrani sits on an orange chair]
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