Review: How Girls Are Made by Mindy McGinnis When I first saw the cover of Mindy McGinnis’s How Girls Are Made, I felt an instant pull. As someone who has navigated the complicated corridors of girlhood, I was curious to see how a contemporary YA novel would tackle the complexities of growing up in the …
Book Review: The Girls Who Grew Big by Leila Mottley When I first picked up The Girls Who Grew Big by Leila Mottley, I was drawn not only by its vibrant cover but also by the compelling themes of resilience and family that Mottley so expertly navigates in her sophomore novel. After being captivated by …
Review of Not Here to Be Liked by Michelle Quach When I stumbled upon Not Here to Be Liked by Michelle Quach, I felt a mix of excitement and curiosity. A contemporary YA novel with themes of feminism and Asian representation? Sign me up! I finished it a few days ago and, honestly, I needed …
Review of Shopgirls by Julia Blau: A Personal Journey through 1980s San Francisco When I first picked up Shopgirls by Julia Blau, I expected a nostalgic plunge into the glamor and grit of 1980s San Francisco, a place that holds a special place in my heart. Having lived in the Bay Area during that particular …