Zoe Kazan

"Surviving the White Gaze" is a poignant memoir by cultural critic Rebecca Carroll that explores her painful journey to find her racial identity in a predominantly white America. Growing up as the only black person in a small New Hampshire town, Carroll struggled to articulate her isolation, despite a loving and idyllic childhood with her artistic parents. Her search for identity is further complicated when she meets her white birth mother, who consistently undermines her blackness and self-esteem. The memoir tells an intimate story of resilience, documenting Carroll's difficult journey through depression, eating disorders, and excessive drinking, and ultimately her path towards healing through chosen family. An illuminating and timely examination of racism and racial identity in America.

A story of obsession, passion, and heartbreak. Lolita follows Humbert Humbert's doomed and devouring love for the nymphet Dolores Haze, all while exploring the collision between hypercivilized Europe and postwar America. Nabokov's masterful writing delves deep into the complexities of love, madness, and transformation, making this daring novel both awe-inspiring and controversial.

"Step into the mind of 10-year-old Karen Reyes as she takes you on a haunting journey through late '60s Chicago. In this graphic diary, Karen tries to solve the murder of her neighbor, a holocaust survivor, while exploring her love for horror and pulp monsters. A stunning and powerful read, this book seamlessly weaves together personal narratives with historical events, resulting in a unique and beautiful story."

This chilling novel revolves around the idyllic and picture-perfect town of Stepford, hiding a terrifying secret that will leave readers questioning everything they know about society's obsession with youth and beauty. A powerful psychological thriller with an unsettling commentary on the media-driven world we live in. The Stepford Wives is a hauntingly memorable read that will stay with you long after you turn the final page.

A young couple moves into a NYC apartment and befriends their elderly neighbors and their mysterious group of friends. But as secrets come to light, Rosemary realizes the horrific extent of their interest in her - will she be able to escape their clutches before it's too late?

A chance encounter at a christening party sets off a chain of events that changes two families' lives forever. Commonwealth spans five decades, delving into the complicated relationships between the four parents and six children involved. With equal parts humor and heartbreak, this #1 New York Times Bestseller is a poignant exploration of love, responsibility, and the power of storytelling.

Garments Against Women is a powerful exploration of the struggle to find forms for survival in a world that excludes and enslaves. Through Lyric prose, the author shares her confessions of living in low-rent apartments, parenting her daughter, and seeking answers to the question of how to survive survival. The author challenges literary conventions and emphasizes the need for literature that addresses the concerns of disenfranchised individuals, particularly women and girls. This is a deeply political and philosophical work that invents social movements and explores possibilities for a more just and equitable future.

Explore how our culture shapes ideas about women, their roles, and where they belong with this smart and impassioned call to arms. The author uses personal stories and analytical commentary to show how media portrayals of "the girl" affects our sense of self and reality. From Bugs Bunny to Frozen, she delves into the messages we receive from media, and how they impact our identity. A must-read for anyone interested in feminism and media literacy.

Get ready to embark on a hilarious and clever adventure at Wayside School! This bestselling and beloved series by Newberry Medal-winning author Louis Sachar is back with its fourth installment, "Wayside School Beneath the Cloud of Doom." Join Sharie, Kathy, Jason, and the rest of Mrs. Jewls's class on the thirtieth floor as they prepare for the Ultimate Test and face a mysterious Cloud of Doom looming above them. With more than fifteen million readers in the U.S., you won't want to miss out on the laughs and fun at Wayside School!