Today’s the day. Let’s #vote like our country, our democracy, our rights, and our lives depend on it. Let’s #vote for love, for equality, for truth, and for decency. Let’s #vote for all those who fought and gave their lives for our right to be able to cast our ballots. Let’s #vote like we’ve never voted... Continue Reading →
In My America, I Believe…
I'm re-posting this from last Fourth of July with a few new additions. This is the country I'm celebrating today, the future I'm fighting for, and the ideals I will always champion. We've been knocked down, but we will not be dragged backwards. In my America, I believe: Women’s Rights Are Human Rights Black... Continue Reading →
#PersephoneReadathon: Thank You!!
As the #PersephoneReadathon draws to a close, I wanted to say a huge thank you to everyone who participated and/or followed along over the past eleven days. I loved seeing your enthusiasm, reading your posts and reviews, and chatting about Persephone Books with you. I loved it so much in fact, that I'd like to... Continue Reading →
45th Anniversary of Roe v. Wade: 3 Books on My TBR
Today (January 22, 2018), marks the 45th Anniversary of Roe v. Wade! I'm incredibly proud to be one of the 7 in 10 Americans who support abortion access and reproductive freedom. I believe that every woman has the right to choose what happens to her own body; that abortion is healthcare; that women's rights are... Continue Reading →
May Your Day Be Merry and Bright
Wishing a very Merry Christmas to all who celebrate. I hope it's a magical one. xo, Jessie
Thank You!
Happy Thanksgiving to my fellow USians! (And happy Thursday to everyone else) A huge thank you to all of you who read, comment, and follow along here ~Jessie
Dewey’s 24 Hour Readathon Master Post
Happy #Readathon Day! I'll be updating my readathon progress here throughout the 24 hours. Make sure to scroll down to catch all the earlier posts: Overall: I had a lot of fun participating in my first Dewey's 24 Hour Readathon. I was a little surprised and disappointed in the actual amount of reading I was... Continue Reading →
A Blog Note
Dear readers, Just wanted to let you all know that I will be away from the blog for at least the rest of the week, while I attend my grandmother's funeral and spend time with family. I'll look forward to chatting about books and more again soon. Hope you're all having a lovely week Thanks... Continue Reading →
Happy Fourth of July
In my America I believe: Black Lives Matter Women's Rights Are Human Rights Science is Real Love is Love is Love is Love No Human is Illegal Diversity Should be Celebrated Kindness is Everything Women are in Control of Their Own Bodies Facts are Important and Words Matter Healthcare is a Right Not a Privilege ... Continue Reading →