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Recommended by Maura Casey

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Julie is a great writer who understands what's going in in the middle of the country - and if she doesn't, she goes out and interviews people until she does.

- Maura Casey

Homo Imaginari

By James F. Richardson

popular social science thinking for curious folks.

James Richardson thinks differently, with a fresh perspective on anything he writes about. He can take an ordinary topic and make it totally new, and he does it again and again. Seriously hard to do.

- Maura Casey

With Grit + Grace

By Reagan Freed

Gritty topics with graceful narratives. Reflections on overcoming trauma, messy healing journeys and building resilience in ourselves and in our communities.

Love the combination of probing questions and graceful writing!

- Maura Casey

the examined family

By Courtney Martin

figuring out how to be and raise ethical, joyful humans in beautiful, horrible times

I first met Courtney Martin 15 years ago and even then, her writing sparkled. She's gotten even better since. She is smart and has thoughtful, nuanced views. I'm definitely a fangirl!

- Maura Casey

Slender Threads

By Jim Buie

Seeking Common Understanding of History, Global Culture, Politics, Religion, the Arts, Humor.

Jim Buie is a world traveler with a common touch. His viewpoint is always refreshing; he explains politics overseas from the perspective of one who has lived in many countries and has been a journalist for decades.

- Maura Casey