The Best Autumn Books + OZY’s Weekly Highlights

VIEW ONLINE 10 MUST READS TODAY Saturday Nov 30, 2019   1 Good Sh*t Good Sh*t Autumn Romance Reads: What's Hot in Lust and Love Fall is a wonderful time to indulge in a little fantasy. As the year winds down — and in some parts of the world, as the days grow shorter and the nights colder — it's a good time to snuggle up with a good book. And by a good book we mean romance. Because all that happily-ever-after and fulfillment of desires? Well, it's just the kind of thing that's welcome in the hectic homestretch to the holidays (or whatever lies ahead for you in the upcoming months). Romance has come a long way, baby, and this OZY series celebrates that fact. READ MORE   2 Good Sh*t Good Sh*t Hot Romance Reads That Aren't About Straight White People These non-cis, non-White, non-straight novels are packed with the usual lust and raunch. "Romance is one of the genres … that is putting out #ownvoices stories where the protagonists are guaranteed a happy ending," says romance writer Adriana Herrera. And yet, mainstream romance — disregarded as the genre fiction equivalent of a journalistic puff piece — has historically been a glaringly White, straight space. Diversity in the genre "is mainly the preserve of indie presses," says Clare Ashton, an award-winning lesbian author. This is reiterated by Leah Koch of romance bookstore The Ripped Bodice, where 80 percent of the best-sellers are written by women of color. "We have way more self-published books than most independent bookstores because so many authors of color end up self-publishing," says Koch. READ MORE   3 Good Sh*t Good Sh*t Our 10 Must-Read Stories — the OZY Highlight Reel From neighbor-finding apps to making dinner great again, here's the best of OZY this week. This week we learned a few extra things to be thankful about, from social media companies that are helping us to better connect with each other IRL to a school in Uganda that is helping students better connect with their inner Greta Thunberg. We also learned that having dinner with a variety of people at the table — yes, especially at Thanksgiving — "people can be seen for more than their politics." READ MORE Sponsored by: CARIUMA Crazy. Comfortable. The Sneaker That Understands Your Life. You've got a lot on your plate. A lot on your mind. The last thing you need is a lot on your feet. These kicks are consciously made, good-looking and crazy comfortable. Because while life can be complicated, your sneakers should be simple. Classic styling. Lightweight cushion technology. Sleek, sturdy canvas. What you see is what you get, and what you get is great. This is CARIUMA. A smart brand for smart people. Treat yourself to a pair and save 15% by using the OZY code here. 4 The New + the Next Where Tech Is Helping People Become Better Neighbors These social media companies are focusing on fostering connections in real life, not just on their apps. 5 Around the World Vanishing Late-Night Stores Spark Battle Over Berlin’s Soul A fading Berlin symbol is sparking concerns around racism, gentrification and the city's soul. 6 The New + the Next She’s Fighting for Ukraine to Remember Its Prisoners of War Oleksandra Matviychuk organizes both public and discreet efforts for the prisoners caught up in Ukraine's war with Russia. 7 Good Sh*t This School Might Be Teaching the Next Greta Thunberg Science and critical thinking are top of the curriculum in this thriving humanist school in Uganda. 8 Around the World Belgium, Where the State Pays $2 Billion for Your Housecleaner It's a popular scheme — but a costly one too. 9 The New + the Next A Magic Mushroom Test Case, and the Man Behind It After leading Denver's pioneering decriminalization of psilocybin, Kevin Matthews is building a national model. 10 Good Sh*t Your Loved One, Turned Into 25 Stones Many people don't know what to do with the ashes of a loved one. This is a way to give those ashes meaning.  You Should Know This  Wish Work Felt More Like Play? Don’t Miss the Next Episode of ‘Future of X’ OZY Media Mountain View, California 94040 This email was sent to alluneed4u1.semail@blogger.com Manage Subscriptions | Privacy Policy | Read Online