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Category: Non-Fiction

Non-Fiction

The First Conspiracy by Brad Meltzer and Josh Mensch

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“The First Conspiracy” by Brad Meltzer and Josh Mensch is a gripping exploration of a conspiracy aimed at assassinating George Washington in the early days…

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Non-Fiction

Strongman by Kenneth C. Davis

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“Strongman” by Kenneth C. Davis is an interesting look at prominent dictators in recent history. The book presents a well-researched and comprehensive overview, covering authoritarian leaders…

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Diverse Voices Historical Fiction Non-Fiction

Maus by Art Spiegleman

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Reading both volumes of Maus by Art Spiegleman, it is easy to see why it was banned by the Tennessee school board, or generally less…

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Adult Books for Teens New York Times Bestseller Non-Fiction

Rocket Men by Robert Kurson

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One of the most famous journeys taken by humankind was Apollo 11’s trip to the moon, and Neil Armstrong’s first step on the lunar surface.…

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Born a Crime: Stories From a South African Childhood by Trevor Noah

Book Mavens March 15, 2021

This book is a masterclass in both humorous and insightful storytelling, and Trevor Noah’s writing is able to beget these characteristics through a perspective only…

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Diverse Voices Librarian Favorites Non-Fiction

Stamped: Racism, Antiracism, and You by Jason Reynolds and Ibram X. Kendi

Book Mavens March 24, 2020

In this cleverly constructed “not history” history book, authors Jason Reynolds and Ibram X. Kendi has us travel trough time revealing the conceptions and continuing…

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Award Winners Diverse Voices Non-Fiction

The 57 Bus: A True Story of Two Teenagers and the Crime That Changed Their Lives by Dashka Slater

Book Mavens January 8, 2020

Sasha and Richard are both high school students living in Oakland, California. Because of their hometown’s vast diversity, their worlds could not be more different.…

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Diverse Voices Non-Fiction Poetry

How I Resist: Activism and Hope for the Next Generation by Maureen Johnson

Book Mavens April 25, 2019

This is an outstanding collection of personal stories, poems, music, and interviews from some of the most influential icons in music, acting, politics, sports, and…

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Diverse Voices Hate to Read? LGBTQI+ Non-Fiction

Here We Are

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Title: Here We Are: 44 Voices Write, Draw and Speak About Feminism Editor: Kelly Jensen Summary: “There’s no right way and no wrong way. There…

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Funny Graphic Novels Hate to Read? Librarian Favorites Non-Fiction

The Emotionary

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Title: The Emotionary: A Dictionary of Words That Don’t Exist for Feelings that Do Author: Eden Sher Illustrator: Julia Wertz Summary: Are you a ‘big-time feeler?’…

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