60 acast.com Diversity and BIPOC Representation in Books https://shows.acast.com/diversity-and-bipoc-representation-in-books en Fatuma Hydara Diversity, Inclusion,Culture,Books,Reading Fatuma Hydara Representation matters; read diversely! In "Diversity and BIPOC Representation in Books," we will discuss the importance and value of reading diversely and seeking authentic BIPOC representation. We will talk about powerful books, explore different themes, and chat about diversity, inclusion, and equity.


This podcast is hosted by Fatuma aka Hydara, the owner and founder of Tuma's Books. Tuma's Books is an online and NYC-based popup bookstore offering culturally diverse books to readers. We aim to help you discover amazing books by BIPOC authors that you might not find on your own, books that will validate, inspire, and teach.


Book representation matters; read diversely with us! Thanks for listening and you can learn more about us at www.tumasbooks.com.

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]]> In "Diversity and BIPOC Representation in Books," we will discuss the importance and value of reading diversely and seeking authentic BIPOC representation. We will talk about powerful books, explore different themes, and chat about diversity, inclusion, and equity.


This podcast is hosted by Fatuma aka Hydara, the owner and founder of Tuma's Books. Tuma's Books is an online and NYC-based popup bookstore offering culturally diverse books to readers. We aim to help you discover amazing books by BIPOC authors that you might not find on your own, books that will validate, inspire, and teach.


Book representation matters; read diversely with us! Thanks for listening and you can learn more about us at www.tumasbooks.com.

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]]> false Fatuma Hydara info+64821e241afaa20011e65ab9@mg-eu.acast.com 64821e241afaa20011e65ab9 diversity-and-representation-in-books episodic https://assets.pippa.io/shows/64821e241afaa20011e65ab9/1691247807247-dd8bd5cd9d8a9104052c38b93f09e0a3.jpeg https://shows.acast.com/diversity-and-bipoc-representation-in-books Diversity and BIPOC Representation in Books <![CDATA[July "Reads"]]> Tue, 08 Aug 2023 12:00:31 GMT 12:54 64ce5f30a0dbaa0011cd07e2 false https://www.bookshop.org/shop/tumasbooks 64ce5f30a0dbaa0011cd07e2 64821e241afaa20011e65ab9 Life of a Mood Reader full 1 3 In July, I had one of my steadiest reading months because of the Bookshop x Libro.fm joint summer reading challenge. Yet, despite all of my reading….I've only actually finished TWO books in July. Today's episode is about the struggles of being a mood reader and a run-down of the books I've been "currently reading."


Books mentioned in today's episode:


  • Family Lore by Elizabeth Acevedo
  • Get a Life, Chloe Brown by Talia Hibbert
  • The Making of Yolanda La Bruja by Lorraine Avila
  • Undercover Latina by Aya de León
  • Atomic Habits by James Clear
  • Yolk by Mary H. K. Choi
  • Wash Day Diaries by Jamila Rowser


Shop Tuma's Books, Bookshop.org, or Libro.fm to support our bookstore!

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]]> In July, I had one of my steadiest reading months because of the Bookshop x Libro.fm joint summer reading challenge. Yet, despite all of my reading….I've only actually finished TWO books in July. Today's episode is about the struggles of being a mood reader and a run-down of the books I've been "currently reading."


Books mentioned in today's episode:


  • Family Lore by Elizabeth Acevedo
  • Get a Life, Chloe Brown by Talia Hibbert
  • The Making of Yolanda La Bruja by Lorraine Avila
  • Undercover Latina by Aya de León
  • Atomic Habits by James Clear
  • Yolk by Mary H. K. Choi
  • Wash Day Diaries by Jamila Rowser


Shop Tuma's Books, Bookshop.org, or Libro.fm to support our bookstore!

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]]> <![CDATA[Tuma's Five Favorite Books]]> Tue, 04 Jul 2023 17:32:37 GMT 18:41 64a457b51b96b90011b1b375 false https://www.bookshop.org/shop/tumasbooks 64a457b51b96b90011b1b375 64821e241afaa20011e65ab9 Sharing five books I love and highly recommend full 1 2 In Episode 2, I share and discuss five of my favorite books:

  1. Iveliz Explains It All by Andrea Beatriz Arango
  2. Poet X by Elizabeth Acevedo
  3. The Firekeeper's Daughter by Angeline Boulley
  4. A Time to Dance by Padma Venkatraman
  5. As Long as the Lemon Trees Grow by Zoulfa Katouh


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]]> In Episode 2, I share and discuss five of my favorite books:

  1. Iveliz Explains It All by Andrea Beatriz Arango
  2. Poet X by Elizabeth Acevedo
  3. The Firekeeper's Daughter by Angeline Boulley
  4. A Time to Dance by Padma Venkatraman
  5. As Long as the Lemon Trees Grow by Zoulfa Katouh


Shop Monthly Diverse Reads at Tuma's Books or shop via Bookshop and support our bookstore!

Follow us on social media @Tumasbooks on all platforms.

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]]> June 2023 Book Club Titles June 2023 Book Club Titles Tue, 20 Jun 2023 12:00:36 GMT 48:32 648f6f5a525fe10010dbad9d false https://www.tumasbooks.com/products/monthly-book-club 648f6f5a525fe10010dbad9d 64821e241afaa20011e65ab9 Lizards Hold the Sun, Notes on Her Color, and All the Lonely People full 1 1 There are a TON of celebrations in June, but the two cultural heritage ones are Caribbean Heritage Month and National Immigration Month. I recently learned about National Immigration Heritage Month and can’t believe I didn’t know about it until this year. 


So let’s get into this month’s book club titles. In today’s episode, I want to share the description of each title, talk a little bit about why I selected it, share some author bio, and read a brief excerpt out loud to you all.


Our Monthly Book Club service is for readers committed to reading more diversely but not sure where to start or what to read next? Each month, you will choose from three compelling and culturally diverse books that I've carefully chosen to delight, inspire, and educate you about different representation. Each shipment includes: the book(s) of your choice, packed with a gift from a small BIPOC businesses or myself, branded bookmarks, and a personalized note. You can buy one time, subscribe, or pre-pay for monthly book club titles. See FAQ tab to read more about subscription/pre-paid perks, such as free shipping. Visit our website, www.tumasbooks.com to learn more and order your Monthly Book Club pick(s) today!

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]]> There are a TON of celebrations in June, but the two cultural heritage ones are Caribbean Heritage Month and National Immigration Month. I recently learned about National Immigration Heritage Month and can’t believe I didn’t know about it until this year. 


So let’s get into this month’s book club titles. In today’s episode, I want to share the description of each title, talk a little bit about why I selected it, share some author bio, and read a brief excerpt out loud to you all.


Our Monthly Book Club service is for readers committed to reading more diversely but not sure where to start or what to read next? Each month, you will choose from three compelling and culturally diverse books that I've carefully chosen to delight, inspire, and educate you about different representation. Each shipment includes: the book(s) of your choice, packed with a gift from a small BIPOC businesses or myself, branded bookmarks, and a personalized note. You can buy one time, subscribe, or pre-pay for monthly book club titles. See FAQ tab to read more about subscription/pre-paid perks, such as free shipping. Visit our website, www.tumasbooks.com to learn more and order your Monthly Book Club pick(s) today!

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]]> Stay Tuned: New Bookish Podcast in Town! Stay Tuned: New Bookish Podcast in Town! Wed, 14 Jun 2023 21:35:51 GMT 2:38 648a32b8cb051800115646b0 false https://shows.acast.com/diversity-and-representation-in-books/episodes/648a32b8cb051800115646b0 648a32b8cb051800115646b0 64821e241afaa20011e65ab9 Introducing Diversity and BIPOC Representation in Books trailer 1 Welcome to the new Diversity and BIPOC Representation in Books podcast! Check out this trailer introduction to learn more!

On this podcast, we’ll chat about the importance of diversity and authentic representation, discuss my fave books and recommendations, share upcoming titles to pre-order, read powerful passages aloud and more. Join us as we read diversely to expand our horizons and aim to eradicate stereotypes, bias, prejudice, and racism. Here’s to enriching our lives with amazing stories and creating a better world. 


I’ll see you in my first episode. Make sure to subscribe so you don’t miss it and look forward to episodes every Tuesday on Spotify, Apple or Google podcasts, or wherever else you listen to podcasts. Until next time, take care!



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]]> Welcome to the new Diversity and BIPOC Representation in Books podcast! Check out this trailer introduction to learn more!

On this podcast, we’ll chat about the importance of diversity and authentic representation, discuss my fave books and recommendations, share upcoming titles to pre-order, read powerful passages aloud and more. Join us as we read diversely to expand our horizons and aim to eradicate stereotypes, bias, prejudice, and racism. Here’s to enriching our lives with amazing stories and creating a better world. 


I’ll see you in my first episode. Make sure to subscribe so you don’t miss it and look forward to episodes every Tuesday on Spotify, Apple or Google podcasts, or wherever else you listen to podcasts. Until next time, take care!



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