Intelligence is usually seen as the ability to think and learn, but in a rapidly changing world, there’s another set of cognitive skills that might matter more: the ability to rethink and unlearn.
The Doctors Blackwell
One of the most fascinating aspects of this story comes from learning what drove Elizabeth Blackwell to so resolutely pursue an achievement that no one else had accomplished.
The Women in Black
The Women in Black by Madeleine St. John is a charming story set in 1950s Sydney, Australia, where women at the F.G. Goode department store wear simple black frocks to sell ladies cocktail dresses for Christmas and the New Year.
The Summer of Lost and Found
True to form, Mary Alice Monroe has crafted a beautiful story about the complexities of relationships between women.
The Room with the Second-Best View
The Room with the Second-Best View might be my favorite in the series. I’ve really grown to love these characters, and we see a lot of growth in them in this third book.
Renovating the Richardsons
Renovating the Richardsons (Goose Creek B&B Series #2) picks up shortly after the first book’s “illegal” parade ends. All of our Goose Creek neighbors, as well as a couple of newcomers, are welcoming us back with open arms.
The Power of Writing It Down
In The Power of Writing It Down, Allison Fallon promotes the idea of writing down our thoughts as an essential way to navigate life.
The All-Girl Filling Station’s Last Reunion
There is so much to love about this story. Themes include family life during WWII, Polish immigrant culture, contemporary Southern small-town life, 1940s Hollywood, stunt piloting—and the marvelous theme of women flying, literally, to new heights.
Waves and Beaches
Waves and Beaches has been a handy reference for surfers, sailors, oceanographers, and those who love the sea since 1964. An updated edition by the outdoor gear company Patagonia includes beautiful new photography and a tough cover designed for longevity.