Homegoing, a debut novel by Yaa Gyasi (2016), explores the unhealed wounds of slavery, compellingly rendered through several hundred years, seven … [Read more...]
"The Force" by Don Winslow
In the wake of the public demanding more transparency in police departments, The Force is a novel with characters led by police officer Denny Malone, … [Read more...]
"Just Sit" by Sukeu and Elizabeth Novogratz
Authors Sukey and Elizabeth (Beth) Novogratz didn’t write their book on meditation exclusively for prisoners, but much of their approach seems … [Read more...]
Becoming Ms. Burton: … by Susan Burton
Of the many memoirs that have landed on my desk, Becoming Ms. Burton: From Prison to Recovery to Leading the Fight for Incarcerated Women (2010) is … [Read more...]
Only By Flashlight by Ed "Foots" Lipman
The famed incarcerated poet, Ed “Foots” Lipman was born New Year’s Day 1941. After he spent nearly half his of 34 years behind bars, he died of … [Read more...]
The Southern Phoenix by Rosemary Jenkins
The Southern Phoenix, written by Rosemary Jenkins, is the perfect book to read during Black History Month. By linking fictional characters to … [Read more...]
Casting away hate and separation: views on building a better world
A religious historian told a San Quentin audience that not understanding the difference between religion and faith makes it easy for bigotry and fear … [Read more...]