Episode 51
#51 - July 2018 Book News & Check-in
We check in to chat about the recent book news including Asian American publishing announcements and recent controversies in the book world. Reera shares her thoughts on the value of Libraries and why piracy is bad, and we also respond to some listener feedback from our goodreads forums (keem'em coming)!
Don't forget, the Books & Boba May 2018 pick is A Tale for the Time Being by Ruth Ozeki
For additional thoughts and discussion on the monthly pick, visit the Books & Boba Goodreads group.
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