Recs if you like A Mind Spread Out on the Ground...
Blending Memoirs with Research, Poetry, Culture
Books that are part memoir part another genre: in a way that blends multiple mediums and/or themes in unique and engaging ways. Magical, explosive and memorable narratives expressed with creativity and depth. Books that inspire me to write more.
anti-capitalist books
Intersectional books about anti-capitalism, economic injustice, and imagining better futures of interdependence and reciprocity
Truth and Reconciliation
In June 2021, the Government of Canada made Sept. 30 a federal statutory day. It is observed as the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation. Here's a list of books to encourage reflection and learning. This is not complete, please share your suggestions.
Disabled, Deaf, Neurodivergent, Ill Nonfiction
A huge list of nonfiction books encompassing Disabled, Deaf, Neurodivergent, Ill bodyminds.
Similar lists of mine to check out: Disabled, Deaf, Neurodivergent, Ill Poetry AND Disability Sexuality
Survivorhood 🩵⚠️ Read with Care
TW: SA
Nonfiction books with personal narratives about survivorhood.
I believe you. You are not alone.
Indigenous Reads
These are books by indigenous authors from around the globe. Mind you, this list is created by a white / European person, so please always also seek out recommendations from indigenous creators. List in progress, recommendations very welcome!
Works by Never Whistle at Night Authors
Form the two short story collections- Never Whistle at Night and Never Whistle at Night II: Back for Blood here are some of the works by authors from these collections.
Indigenous books
I'm coming at this from a Canadian Metis point of view and I welcome other suggestions for the list.
Native Author Recs
Fic + NonFic | Updating Regularly
so, you wanna read like a therapist?
books that are well known in the therapy & mental health world - often read & recommended by therapists, social workers, and other professionals in the field 💕
Memoirs More Interesting Than Fiction
Everyone has a story, and some people get to tell them in a memoir.
World History
A lot of books on here have been recommended from @kistreadsbooks on Tiktok! As he describes it, "history books to educate yourself on different eras and topics". Also adding books from @editorsarahadir on IG
In my own words - Powerful Memoirs
Memoirs that make you sit and think for an hour, a day, a week or maybe forever.
