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Overview
Bibliotherapy uses books to address mental health. This list is of books mentioned in Emely Rumble's 2025 release Bibliotherapy in the Bronx. This collection is broad and deep, covering many genres and demographics. In cases where authors are mentioned without a specific book, a book has been selected. No time limit because this list is enormous.
Poems are referenced in collections they can be found in. Non-fiction books are specifically labeled as such. I tried to identify the kinds of issues brought up in each book per the original text. They also are useful as content warnings if something hits too close to home.
Poems are referenced in collections they can be found in. Non-fiction books are specifically labeled as such. I tried to identify the kinds of issues brought up in each book per the original text. They also are useful as content warnings if something hits too close to home.
Bibliotherapy in the Bronx Reading List
48 participants (69 books)
Overview
Bibliotherapy uses books to address mental health. This list is of books mentioned in Emely Rumble's 2025 release Bibliotherapy in the Bronx. This collection is broad and deep, covering many genres and demographics. In cases where authors are mentioned without a specific book, a book has been selected. No time limit because this list is enormous.
Poems are referenced in collections they can be found in. Non-fiction books are specifically labeled as such. I tried to identify the kinds of issues brought up in each book per the original text. They also are useful as content warnings if something hits too close to home.
Poems are referenced in collections they can be found in. Non-fiction books are specifically labeled as such. I tried to identify the kinds of issues brought up in each book per the original text. They also are useful as content warnings if something hits too close to home.
Challenge Books
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The Alchemist
Paulo Coelho
"The narrative is a metaphorical journey that explores the power of following one's heart."
74
Becoming
Michelle Obama
"The [non-fiction] narrative delves into identity, purpose, and the evolution of self, never shying away from the intersectionality of her experiences as a Black woman."
75
The Kite Runner
Khaled Hosseini
"This novel explores the complexities of friendship, betrayal, and redemption."
76
The Color Purple
Alice Walker
"The narrative explores themes of found family, self-love, Blackness, and queer identity, offering a compelling exploration of how we might rewrite our life stories to find purpose in the unlikeliest places."
77
Pleasure Activism: The Politics of Feeling Good
adrienne maree brown
Non-fiction about centering pleasure, saying yes to yourself, and trusting your inherent power and knowledge.