2019 March Wrap Up | 8 BOOKS! & Busy month!! | JND

TL;DR

In this video, Jessica Nicole Dickerson shares her thoughts on the books she read in March and recommends some impactful and thought-provoking reads.

Transcript

hi everybody its Jessica Nicole Dickerson a.k J&D and welcome back to another video so for the month of April I'm gonna be more on top of my uploading so make sure to subscribe and like if you like this channel okay so getting into the video so I'm doing a March wrap-up March was a crazy month for me I worked on a production so every day basically ... Read More

Key Insights

• 🈷️ March was a busy month for Jessica, with her involvement in a production and rehearsals for a show.
• 🫠 She managed to read seven books, including plays, short novels, and comics.
• 📔 Highlighted books include "The Rock and the River," "Ruined," and "Well-Read Black Girl."
• 👨‍👩‍👦 Some books tackled heavy themes such as civil rights, women's suffering in conflict zones, and complex family dynamics.
• ✍️ Jacqueline Woodson's writing left a lasting impression on Jessica.
• ❓ "Well-Read Black Girl" inspired Jessica and provided motivation for her creative endeavors.
• 🫠 She recommends all the books she read, acknowledging that they may be emotionally heavy at times.

Questions & Answers

Q: What is "The Rock and the River" about?

"The Rock and the River" is about a boy named Sam caught between wanting to follow in his father's footsteps in the civil rights movement and being drawn to the more radical actions of the Black Panthers. It explores the struggle of choosing between two important causes.

Q: What is "Ruined" by Lynn Nottage about?

"Ruined" focuses on the aftermath of a civil war in the Congo and the impact it has on women, particularly the sexual assaults and mutilation they face. It is a heavy play with a powerful message about the overlooked suffering of women in conflict zones.

Q: How does Jacqueline Woodson's "Locomotion" stand out?

"Locomotion" tells the story of two siblings who lose their parents in a fire and are separated in the foster system. Despite its short length, Jacqueline Woodson's writing packs an emotional punch, creating characters that stay with the reader.

Q: What is "Well-Read Black Girl" about?

"Well-Read Black Girl" is an anthology that focuses on the experiences of black women in the creative industry. It includes essays by various authors, including Jacqueline Woodson, discussing the impact of reading and literature on their lives.

Summary & Key Takeaways

• Jessica had a busy month in March due to working on a production and rehearsals for a show she's in.

• Despite her busy schedule, she managed to read seven books, including plays and comics.

• Some highlighted books include "The Rock and the River," "Locomotion," "Ruined," and "Well-Read Black Girl."