summer '16 reads

As an avid reader and a person who is ALWAYS trying to put people on to the books I read, I've decided to put together a reading list for other bookworms out there. I'm mostly into poetry and fiction books, mostly because I appreciate the escape. One day, I might actually write my own book, but for now here's what I've been reading:

• Salt x Nayyirah Waheed
  • Poetry written by such a strong Black woman. It's probably one of my most refreshing books and I never hesitate to reread certain pages whenever I'm feeling sad or need some inspiration.
• Bone x Yrsa Daley - Ward
  • Bone is also filled with poetry and short stories written by a woman who has endured many hardships in her life. The book speaks to her emotional past and her becomings in the future. I love!
• Eat, Pray, Love x Elizabeth Gilbert
  • Her journey is so compelling and I literally could not put this book down. MUST READ.
• The Girl on the Train x Paula Hawkins
  • An oddly cynical, but beautiful story taking place in the UK. I love fiction books and I was hooked to this storyline with all of its mystery, heartbreak and surprises.
• Words from a Wanderer x Alex Elle
  • Poetry and love-filled lines written by my idol, Alexandra (now Alex Spearman!) I recommend reading this and her other book 'Love in my Language'. 
• The following books I'm currently reading, but have been really good so far:
  • Milk & Honey x Rupi Kaur
  • Njema x Nayyirah Waheed
  • My Life as a Man X Philip Roth

I have a Kindle Fire, so usually read books that way. I'm huge on getting the sample first and after the first few pages I know I'm ready to buy. 

Back in New Haven, I go to Atticus, which is a bookstore downtown that I absolutely adore.

While in New York for the summer, I've already found myself purchasing books from vendors on the street (2 for $5!!).

Books are everywhere and I love learning or escaping into a made up world of words. If you have any suggestions you'd like to put me on to, comment and let me know!

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