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RIF’s Favorite Books of 2020

2020 has been a wild year (to say the least!), but one thing was great: The books!

By RIF Editorial Team • 2 months ago

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6 Memoirs by Political Changemakers

Each of these individuals make the world better with an unwavering commitment to justice and truth.

By ALICE WONG • 3 months ago

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Latinx Bookstagrammers on the Importance of Latinx Heritage Month

Head on over to Instagram, follow these bookstagrammers, and keep celebrating Latinx voices all year long.

By RIF Editorial Team • 3 months ago

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Read These Books Before the November Election

Books that cover the major issues facing our nation, from climate change to #BlackLivesMatter.

By Natalie Zutter • 4 months ago

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What I’m Reading: Brittany K. Barnett

Brittany K. Barnett, author of A Knock at Midnight, chats about inspirational books that are beautiful and educational.

By Jessica Mizzi • 5 months ago

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The Vanishing Half Book Club Discussion

Our editors read—and loved—The Vanishing Half by Brit Bennett.

By Jessica Mizzi • 5 months ago

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2020 Poetry Books That Will Move You

Whether you're an avid poetry reader or barely read it at all, you'll find something special on this list.

By Jessica Mizzi • 5 months ago

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Books About Black Joy to Add to Your Bookshelf

Black stories aren’t only about pain, trauma, and oppression. Many are stories of power, bravery, friendship, and love.

By DENISE WILLIAMS • 6 months ago