Early Bird Books Reading Recommendations

“We are part of the human race, the human family, and have a right to the human cultural heritage wherever that heritage is located.” —Elizabeth Nunez

“When you think of the long and gloomy history of man, you will find more hideous crimes have been committed in the name of obedience than have ever been committed in the name of rebellion.” ―C.P. Snow

Settle in for serious sagas.

Suggest something everyone will love.

Political thought with a dash of escapism.

Everyone's favorite Marxist-feminist, “first great millennial” author. 

Throughout her career, the author of The Heart is a Lonely Hunter showed a deep empathy for, and understanding of, the outsider.

A journey through the work of Alice Walker.

“I can never read all the books I want; I can never be all the people I want and live all the lives I want." —Sylvia Plath

These novels push boundaries.

Read everything Italy has to offer.

Discover more uplifting, fantastical stories.

From the 17th century to the late 90's, we've covered the classics.

Big Brother doesn’t want you reading these novels.

“Anonymity is not necessarily something to shun; we don't have to achieve celebrity to make a mark on the world.” —Mal Fletcher

“A fearless teller of truths."

Her depictions of race, religion, and history are uniquely poignant and informative.

Find your next poolside read.

Who says summer reading has to be light?

There’s no arguing with the NYT list.