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Mocha Girls Read: A Good Cry by Nikki Giovanni

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Mocha Girls Read: A Good Cry by Nikki Giovanni

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Dear Book Club Members,
We are excited to announce our next book club selection, "A Good Cry: What We Learn From Tears" by the renowned poet, activist, and educator Nikki Giovanni. The poetry of Nikki Giovanni has moved hearts, inspired movements, and enlightened generations, earning her praise as a radical, healer, and sage voice in addressing sensitive issues surrounding race and gender.
In "A Good Cry," Giovanni offers a collection of prose and poetry that doubles as a self-help guide, exploring the power of tears, laughter, and self-expression. The book pays tribute to family, friends, and the lessons learned from repressing emotions. Giovanni shares her wisdom and experience as a writer, activist, and educator, emphasizing the importance of crying as a skill that can heal and alleviate emotional pressure.
Please join us for an engaging discussion about the themes, emotions, and stories presented in "A Good Cry: What We Learn From Tears." As Giovanni encourages her readers to embrace the healing power of tears, let us come together and explore the significance of vulnerability and emotional expression in our own lives.

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