I love fiction. Specifically romance and fantasy. When the two are mixed together? Heaven.
However, one of my personal goals this year is to expand my horizons, so I have set myself the goal of reading more nonfiction books this year than I have done previously (it shouldn’t be too difficult, I read just one last year!)
I thought I would share my top five most anticipated; they’re books I’ve heard amazing things about, they’re books that have stood out to me personally and some of them are books that make me want to learn. Fattily Ever After by Stephanie Yeboah
What it’s about: Essentially, "A black fat girl’s guide to living life unapologetically," as Stephanie puts it. This absolute treat of a book covers so many topics that are important and valid. From ‘navigating the cesspit of fuckery that is dating!’ to loneliness and everyday misogynoir.
Why I want to read it: I’ve followed Stephanie for ages on my personal Instagram as she always has lovely recommendations for plus size brands, makeup and general life queries. I’m excited to get round to reading this debut book of hers.
Period Repair Manual by Lara Briden
What it’s about: It’s pretty much a guide to all things period related. I would recommend to anyone that menstruates as it covers absolutely everything. Lara Briden is a naturopathic doctor with more than twenty years’ experience.
Why I want to read it: I was recently diagnosed with PCOS and this essentially means I don’t get periods regularly. I bought this through a recommendation and from the parts I’ve read, it has made me feel seen and understand my body a lot more. I want to be able to be proud of my body and not be at war with it: I have a feeling this book will help.
Invisible Women by Caroline Criado Perez
What it’s about: it reveals how women are systematically ignored and the impact that this has on us as a society. It explores unconscious bias extensively.
Why I want to read it: the whole topic creates intrigue for me. I think it will open my eyes to a lot of topics that I would never think of day to day.
On Tyranny by Timothy Snyder
What it’s about: ‘A historian of fascism offers a guide for surviving and resisting America’s turn towards authoritarianism. It is essentially a call to action as well as a warning.
Why I want to read it: I’m wholly intrigued. I’ve read multiple recommendations saying this should be read by everyone everywhere. I’ve also read reviews that say you should carry this book with you at all times, that’s how important its message is.
Catch and Kill by Ronan Farrow
What it’s about: It covers multiple stories that expose and highlight the abuse of power. It predominantly focuses on the case of Harvey Weinstein. It’s investigative journalism at its finest.
Why I want to read it: A fast paced, thought provoking and an important read.
I hope you have found some inspiration here to diversify your bookshelf! Books hold so much knowledge and as the saying goes, knowledge is power.
Please, if you have any recommendations for nonfiction books, send them my way @teganreads.
Tegan Lee
@teganreads
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