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It isn’t a bad word. (Image courtesy of Abrams Books.)

‘The (Other) F Word,’ edited by Angie Manfredi

Beautiful, accomplished, happy, and fat
‘The (Other) F Word,’ a new collection from editor Angie Manfredi, finds the joy in fatness with contributions from writers of all identities who claim their right to their own bodies. Michelle Nugent reviews.
Michelle Nugent

Michelle Nugent

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Whom does history reflect? David W. Young’s ‘Battles of Germantown’ wonders. (Image courtesy of Temple University Press.)

‘The Battles of Germantown’ by David W. Young

Restoring the history that includes us all
The northwest corner of Philadelphia known as Germantown far predates the city itself, and the real roots of its history are only just coming into public light. David W. Young’s ‘The Battles of Germantown’ reveals that work. Pamela Forsythe reviews.

Pamela J. Forsythe

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Brittney Morris’s debut novel ‘SLAY’ plays no games with identity. (Image courtesy of Simon & Schuster)

‘SLAY,’ by Brittney Morris

Slaying the book game
Brittney Morris's debut YA novel tackles identity, online and off, as a canny teenager takes the online gaming world by storm, with unexpected consequences. Kyle V. Hiller reviews.
Kyle V. Hiller

Kyle V. Hiller

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Finally, fans know what Vernell would say. Cover of ‘The Vernell Poems’ chapbook courtesy of Moonstone Press.

‘The Vernell Poems’ by Herman Beavers

What would Vernell say?
Poet Herman Beavers, in his new chapbook 'The Vernell Poems,' riffs on the stories of the indomitable Vernell Spraggins—folk philosopher, lover, liar, and trickster. Suzanne Cloud considers.
Suzanne Cloud

Suzanne Cloud

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Wendell Young’s ideas live on in his memoir. (Image courtesy of Temple University Press.)

‘A Life in Philadelphia Labor and Politics,’ by Wendell W. Young III

Conscience at work
Wendell Young died in 2013, but his newly published memoirs are a striking window on Philly politics and labor in the late 20th century, including many causes we’re still fighting for today. Pamela Forsythe reviews.

Pamela J. Forsythe

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How much does it hurt? The cover of ‘Cursed.’ (Image courtesy of Charlesbridge Publishing.)

‘Cursed’ by Karol Ruth Silverstein

Anything but perfect
We’re used to the arcs of YA novels like ‘Cursed.’ What’s new is a realistic protagonist navigating high school and a serious chronic illness. Anndee Hochman reviews.
Anndee Hochman

Anndee Hochman

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A worthwhile read for that last beach trip of 2019: Chuck Wendig’s ‘Wanderers.’ (Photo by Michelle Nugent.)

‘Wanderers’ by Chuck Wendig

Walkers at the end of the world
Pennsylvania author Chuck Wendig launched his latest novel in Doylestown this summer. ‘Wanderers’ isn’t so much concerned with the aftermath of the apocalypse as our humanity and inhumanity within it. Michelle Nugent reviews.
Michelle Nugent

Michelle Nugent

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A gift you love—but where do you put it? (Image courtesy of Temple University Press.)

‘Contested Image': Redefining the City Through Visual Culture by Laura Holzman

The Barnes, ‘The Gross Clinic,’ and 'Rocky'
Laura Holzman’s ‘Contested Image’ follows Philadelphia as it hurled itself into debates over art that would shape our city’s modern identity. Pamela J. Forsythe reviews.

Pamela J. Forsythe

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Hands like tiny starfish: The grandkids. (Image courtesy of Random House.)

‘Nanaville: Adventures in Grandparenting’ by Anna Quindlen

Love the grandkids; hold your tongue
In her new memoir, Anna Quindlen shares advice based on her latest role in life: grandparent. Kathye Fetsko Petrie reviews.
Kathye Fetsko Petrie

Kathye Fetsko Petrie

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Author Laurada Byers with students of the Russell Byers Charter School. (Photo by Ryan Brandenburg.)

‘Wild Wisdom: A Warthog’s Tale’ by Laurada Byers

Surviving the jungle
In ‘Wild Wisdom,’ a new graphic memoir, a Philadelphia woman who’s seen more than her share of grief offers unexpectedly uplifting life lessons with the help of a special ambassador: the warthog. SaraKay Smullens reviews.
SaraKay Smullens

SaraKay Smullens

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