Review: Feminist Book Club - November - 'Women in Politics 2022' by Amy Lee

By Amy Lee

Although the November mid-term election seem faraway now, I survived that stress by joining the Feminist Book Club.  The November theme was, "Women in Politics". I was relieved to find my new tribe of like-minded feminist souls via this online community.

The Feminist Book Club invites its members to vote on the book of the month (or swap for an alternative).

The November book was:

"The Three Mothers: How the Mothers of Martin Luther King, JR., Malcolm X, and James Baldwin shaped a Nation" by Anna Malaika Tubbs.  
​
I was excited to receive this book as I grappled with the joys and anxieties of motherhood, as well as reconciling my feminist views. How do I best guide my son to be an ally to feminism and hopefully a champion to a fair and just society?  

A unique feature of the Book of the Month is a facilitated online Q& A/ discussion with the author. Although I was unable to attend this discussion, it is great to know that members have this opportunity.

The included November goodies were:

• a Screenprinted tea towel from Overseasoned⁠
• a “We Dissent” sticker from Kela Designs
• a  greeting card for any occasion from Some of Us Cards
• a “Burn it all down” trinket/mask box from Smartass & Sass
• a granola bar from Kate’s Real Food

This was an incredible box curated with meaning and intent for the fiery feminist soul who refuses to give into adversity and will put up a good fight.  

I was pumped that I signed up during their limited time offer for a mystery bundle for new members before November 9, which in my case, included:
​

• a 24K Feminist Necklace by Larissa Loden (valued $90)  (I really love this necklace as it is even more sparkling gold in real life and the word, 'Feminist', is a powerful reminder and testament that I can wear with pride and purpose and that I don't stop being a feminist as a new mom)
• a book, The Book of Form and Emptiness by Ruth Ozeki
•  a lavender body scrub

I also enjoyed sharing thoughts with members on the online community board. As a new mom with a very active toddler, it can be hard for me to head out to public events during the covid.  I am so glad to be back talking about current affairs with a newfound online community.

I can't wait for the next box. 

This box was reviewed at own cost. Referral discount code for $10 off when you purchase $40 or more: REF3V8T35RCN2