Melanated Women Read: The Women of Brewster Place

Melanated Women Read is a book discussion group by and especially for Black women. This month we discuss The Women of Brewster Place, by Gloria Gaylor.

The National Book Award-winning novel weaves together the stories of seven women living in a bleak-inner city sanctuary, creating a powerful, moving portrait of the strengths, struggles, and hopes of black women in America.

Vulnerable and resilient, openhanded and openhearted, the women forge their lives in a place that in turn threatens and protects—a common prison and a shared home.

About Melanated Women Read:

Melanated Women Read is a virtual book group that is by and especially for Black women. The purpose and focus are on inspiring, uplifting reads, and providing a safe space for Black women to speak, vent and enjoy honest and open conversation.

The group chooses from books written by Black authors. The goal of this community-based group is to introduce a variety of Black writers who will help build a love of reading in a positive environment while meeting new people and gaining new perspectives.
Melanated Women Read meets virtually on the first Monday of each month.

Monday, November 03, 2025 | 06:30 PM - 08:00 PM
Zoom webinar (register for link)

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