That is to say that it challenges our assumptions on genre and where a book ought to fit, because this book fits everywhere and nowhere at all.

That is to say, that when Wayetu Moore wrote She Would Be King, she wrote it so that it was in a league of its own. Please report all harassment to immediately.I think that it would be a grave injustice to label this book as a historical fiction or even a work of fantasy. Anyone violating these rules will be expelled from this event and all future events at the discretion of the organizers. Sexual language and imagery are not appropriate. We do not tolerate harassment in any form. Our event seeks to provide a harassment-free experience for everyone, regardless of gender, gender identity and expression, age, sexual orientation, disability, physical appearance, body size, race, ethnicity, religion (or lack thereof), class, or technology choices. Donate via this link: Charis Circle's mission is to foster sustainable feminist communities, work for social justice, and encourage the expression of diverse and marginalized voices.īy attending any Charis Circle virtual event you agree to our Code of Conduct: The event is free and open to all people, especially to those who have no income or low income right now, but we encourage and appreciate a solidarity donation in support of the work of Charis Circle, our programming non-profit. By joining the zoom call you agree to abide by the guiding principles of the group and code of conduct, including confidentiality, and will not record audio or video of any portion of the meeting without prior consent of the organizers.Īfter registering, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the meeting.

This zoom meeting requires a reservation. October: The Icarus Girl by Helen Oyeyemi September: The Cutting Season by Attica Locke This month's book is: She Would Be King by Wayetu MooreĪugust: When No One is Watching by Alyssa Cole All community members are invited to participate with the acknowledgment that this is a space that centers Black women’s thoughts, creativity, and lived experiences. The Black Feminist Book Club reads books by amazing Black women writers, centers the discussion from Black feminist perspectives, and celebrates classic and contemporary Black women authors across genres and styles, all in the comfort of an awesome gem of a feminist bookstore! Charis Circle board chair Susana Morris is the facilitator of this group.

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