Reviews

The Word: Black Writers Talk about the Transformative Power of Reading and Writing by Marita Golden

taraminter's review against another edition

hopeful informative medium-paced

4.0

cedrics_mom's review

4.0

I may purchase a copy of THE WORD for future reference. I particularly like the short list of books to read that each author provides. If you're looking for an introduction to the works of contemporary black writers (up to 2011), this volume is a great place to begin.

sylvianyc's review

4.0

Interesting interviews and great reading suggestions. My "To be read" list has definitely grown :)

heat_her's review

5.0

This is a fantastic book. Marita Golden asked great questions, not only about reading and writing, but also about the state of education in our country and the recent decline in reading for pleasure. All of the writers she interviewed have inspirational stories to tell; inspirational not only for young people, but for adults, too. My full review can be seen on my book blog: http://btweenthecovers.com/2011/04/15/the-word-marita-golden/

audrarussellwrites's review against another edition

5.0

Absolutely one of the best inspirational books about writers that I've read. My TBR list grew by about 15 books while reading this. Reading and writing have always been the biggest part of my life so to read that it was the biggest part of these writers' lives made me feel like I found my tribe. I read this book in one sitting, alone in my bed, but I didn't feel alone at all. It's like I was at a writer's conference sitting in on an informal panel discussion talking about this writing life.

Amazing read. I know I'll be reading this one over and over again. Whether or not you read or write, you want to read this book.

aliciaprettybrowneyereader's review against another edition

5.0

Prepare to increase your future reading list while reading this book. Each writer gives their unique experience writing and their influences. After each interview, the writer provides book recommendations.