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Shen, Ann

Summary: Shen profiles women of color who pushed the boundaries, rewrote the rules, and led the way for the women in the communities to follow in their footsteps. From the big screen to the halls of NASA; from the courts of the US OPen to the Supreme Court, these short (one- to three-page) articles will inspire you to embrace your authentic self and live your life in full color. -- adapted from back cover

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Publisher / Publication Date: Chronicle Books 2022

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1 available in Adult Non-fiction, Call number: 920 SHE

Ellis, Nicole

Summary: "We Go High brings together the inspiring stories, motivational quotes, and personal philosophies of 30 influential women of color who have sought to overcome challenges in their lives. From activists to scientists, artists to sporting icons, each woman's story is different-but all have in common a deep-seated resilience to fight against the prejudices and barriers to success that women of...

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Publisher / Publication Date: Dk Publishing 2022

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Bonney, Grace

Summary: Across the globe, women are embracing the entrepreneurial spirit and starting creative businesses. In the Company of Women profiles over 100 of these influential and creative women from all ages, races, backgrounds, and industries. Chock-full of practical, inspirational advice for those looking to forge their own paths, these interviews detail the keys to success (for example, going with your...

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Publisher / Publication Date: Artisan 2016

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1 available in Adult Non-fiction, Call number: 651 BON

Copies Available at Interlochen

1 available in Adult Non-fiction, Call number: Business Bonney

Tobimatsu, Kimiko

Summary: "A moving and honest graphic memoir about the unexpected cancer journey of a young, queer, mixed-race woman. At the age of twenty-five, Kimiko Tobimatsu was a young, queer, mixed-race woman with no history of health problems whose world was turned upside down when she was diagnosed with breast cancer. In an instant, she became immersed in a new and complicated life of endless appointments,...

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Publisher / Publication Date: Arsenal Pulp Press 2020

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1 available in Adult Non-fiction, Call number: 362.196 TOB

Mufleh, Luma

Summary: "Refugee advocate Luma Mufleh writes of her tumultuous journey to reconcile her identity as a gay Muslim woman and a proud Arab-turned-American refugee"--

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Publisher / Publication Date: Nancy Paulsen Books 2023

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1 available in Young Adult Non-fiction, Call number: YA 921 MUF

Harts, Minda

Summary: "A guide for girls of color looking to find their voice and claim space as they prepare for high school, college, and their careers"--

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Publisher / Publication Date: Dial Books 2022

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1 available in Young Adult Non-fiction, Call number: YA 305.235 HAR

Gao, Laura

Summary: Seamlessly toggling between past and present, this funny graphic memoir follows a queer Chinese American's immigration to Texas where she just wants to make the basketball team, escape Chinese school, and figure out why she is attracted to girls.

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Publisher / Publication Date: Balzer + Bray, an imprint of HarperCollins Publishers, Harper Alley 2022

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1 available in Young Adult Graphic Novels, Call number: YA 921 GAO

Copies Available at East Bay

1 available in Young Adult Graphic Novels, Call number: YA 921 GAO

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