Jessica Sheng

Bessel A. Van Der Kolk

Jessica mentioned how 'The Body Keeps the Score' by Bessel van der Kolk helped her understand the impact of trauma.

Brené Brown

Jessica found 'The Gifts of Imperfection' by Brene Brown to be inspiring and transformative.

Ruth Ozeki

Jessica is currently reading “The Book of Form & Emptiness” by Ruth Ozeki and is excited to hear that the book picks up.

Frank Herbert

Jessica liked Dune a lot because of its intricate world-building and compelling characters.

Frank Herbert

Jessica mentioned Dune Messiah briefly in comparison to Dune but did not provide much detail.

Madeline Miller

Jessica enjoyed Circe by Madeline Miller and found it captivating and beautifully written.

Madeline Miller

Jessica preferred The Song of Achilles by Madeline Miller over Circe and thought it was emotionally impactful.

Rebecca Roanhorse

Jessica enjoyed the unique world-building and strong characters in Black Sun by Rebecca Roanhorse.

V. E. Schwab

Jessica found The Invisible Life of Addie LaRue by V.E. Schwab to be a captivating and imaginative read.

Kazuo Ishiguro

Jessica thought Klara and the Sun by Kazuo Ishiguro was a thought-provoking exploration of artificial intelligence.

Rebecca Roanhorse

Jessica mentioned Black Sun by Rebecca Roanhorse in comparison to The Invisible Life of Addie LaRue.

Gucci Mane, Neil Martinez-Belkin

Jessica is currently listening to 'The Autobiography of Gucci Mane' on audiobook and finds it very good.

Wally Lamb

Jessica found an old copy of I Know This Much Is True on the sidewalk and is excited to tuck into it after a hiatus from fiction.

Jenny Odell

Jessica is currently reading 'How to Do Nothing'.

Peter J. Carroll

Jessica is really enjoying the book so far and had the wrong impression of it when it first came out.

Yukiko Motoya, Asa Yoneda

Jessica is enjoying 'The Lonesome Bodybuilder,' a collection of Japanese short stories by Yukiko Motoya, with bursts of surrealism in quotidian domestic scenes.

Peter J. Carroll

Jessica got a ticket for an event featuring Jia Tolentino next Monday evening.

F. Scott Fitzgerald

Jessica enjoyed reading The Great Gatsby, praising its vivid characters and immersive storytelling.

Jane Austen

Jessica mentioned Pride and Prejudice briefly, but didn't provide much detail or opinion.

Gillian Flynn

Jessica enjoyed the twist and turns of Gone Girl.

Paula Hawkins

Jessica found The Girl on the Train disappointing compared to Gone Girl.

Gillian Flynn

Jessica mentioned Sharp Objects in comparison to Gone Girl but didn't provide specific feedback.

Toni Morrison

Jessica finds _The Bluest Eye_ a powerful commentary on racism and the impact it has on individuals, questioning its role in promoting anti-racism.

Peter J. Carroll

Jessica suggests that the word 'anti-racist' may be seen as a vanity project, with books proposing an unachievable anti-racist canon.

Christopher Morley

Jessica mentions that Bookshop can ease the burden of packing, shipping, and fulfillment for independent bookstores, freeing up time and energy for their staff.

Herman Melville

Jessica enjoyed diving into Moby Dick, praising the intricate storytelling and rich character development.

Jane Austen

Jessica compared Pride and Prejudice to Moby Dick, finding it equally engaging and beautifully written.

David Foster Wallace

Jessica really enjoyed Infinite Jest, the complex narrative kept her engaged

Mark Z. Danielewski

Jessica mentioned House of Leaves, but didn't provide much feedback

Charles Duhigg

Jessica found The Power of Habits to be a life-changing read that helped her improve her daily routines.

Ted Chiang

Jessica finds Ted Chiang's Exhalation to be the most coveted book among readers.

Mohsin Hamid

Jessica started her reading goal in 2020 with _Exit West_ by Mohsin Hamid, overdue from a book club session last month.

F. Scott Fitzgerald

Jessica enjoyed reading The Great Gatsby, she found it to be a captivating and well-written novel.

Harper Lee

Jessica mentioned To Kill a Mockingbird, but did not provide a specific opinion on it.

Toni Morrison

Jessica expresses disappointment over the passing of Toni Morrison

Sally Rooney

Jessica recently bought Conversations with Friends.

Sarah Dessen

Jessica found The Truth About Forever to be a book that fundamentally shaped her fragile adolescent mind.

F. Scott Fitzgerald

Jessica enjoyed the intricate plot and iconic characters in The Great Gatsby.

Emily Brontë

Jessica found the dark and tumultuous love story in Wuthering Heights unsettling.

Herman Melville

Jessica thought the symbolism and depth in Moby Dick were intriguing.

Kiese Laymon

Jessica is really enjoying Long Division, especially the interwoven storylines.

Lauren Kate

Jessica is considering adding Natalie to her reading list.

Henry Moore

Jessica is open to exploring graphic novels further and seeking recommendations.

Peter J. Carroll

Jessica found it engrossing. Easy read despite length.

Kiley Reid

Jessica finished 'Such a Fun Age' this weekend and found it hard to put down. She is looking forward to Book Club in August.

Toni Morrison

Jessica is dwelling on the assertion that tying _The Bluest Eye_ to racism for self-education detracts from its art.

Cathy Park Hong

Jessica just started Minor Feelings last week, finding it revelationary.

Peter J. Carroll

Jessica was reminded of a book swap party where books were wrapped in butcher paper with the first sentence written on the front.

Marcy Dermansky

Jessica just finished Very Nice by Marcy Dermansky, a perfect summer read that lifted her spirits during winter.

村上春樹

Jessica finds Murakami's books intriguing with slightly unsettling cover art that captures the mood.

村上春樹

Jessica found Haruki Murakami's After Dark to be weird and intriguing

Milan Kundera, Eiichi Chino

Jessica learned that The Unbearable Lightness of Being was first published in French translation before Czech, love the book.

Peter J. Carroll

Jessica felt nostalgic after reading a book with a happy ending.

Marjane Satrapi

Jessica mentions Persepolis, a graphic memoir by Marjane Satrapi.

Peter J. Carroll

Jessica hasn't read it, but she's being interviewed by Roxane Gay at a book festival in a couple of weeks.

Mike Isaac

Jessica is currently making her way through Super Pumped and finds it pretty engrossing.

Rush Limbaugh

Jessica encounters disbelief and frustration from those who were not surprised by the outcome of the 2016 presidential election

Jenny Odell

Jessica likes the reading list assembled for the episode of the Call Your Girlfriend podcast, which includes "How to Do Nothing".

Corey Sandler

Jessica ordered a Kobo ereader this week and is super excited.

Catherine Woolley

Jessica finds Libby interesting and wants to read it soon.

Hilary Burningham

Jessica is curious about the world of library e-books.

F. Scott Fitzgerald

Jessica enjoyed reading The Great Gatsby and found the characters intriguing.

Harper Lee

Jessica highly recommends To Kill a Mockingbird for its powerful message on justice and compassion.

Jack Carr

Jessica found that the lists are helpful and should be trusted. She realizes there is no end-point in becoming anti-racist.

Tiffany Jewell, Aurelia Durand

Jessica learned that becoming anti-racist is an ongoing process with no final goal in reach.

Peter J. Carroll

Jessica ponders the purpose and effectiveness of anti-racist reading lists, questioning their intended audience and educational value.

Indu Prakash

Jessica prefers physical books for better information retention and quick reference.

W. E. B. Du Bois

Jessica appreciates the convenience of e-readers for traveling.

N. K. Jemisin

Jessica recommends attending a conversation on Black Futures by Kimberly Drew and Jenna Wortham happening tomorrow night.

Deborah Hopkinson

Jessica is excited about the refurbished Clara with a red cover.

Edith Nesbit

Jessica had to google 'it' and now she wants one.