Ina May Gaskin is a founding member of Midwives Alliance of North America and has been practicing midwifery since the 1970's. Her book is for all women, and birth partners, who are interested in having a natural childbirth. One of the many wonderful things about this book is the first third of it consists of birth stories from women who have all had vastly different experiences. Birth is a very intensely personal experience, and this book seeks to educate women about their birthing options. In essence, it helps to empower women and birth partners who may be unclear of what is involved in the natural childbirth experience. Pregnancy and childbirth can sometimes be treated as an illness by some medical professionals, even when medical intervention is unnecessary. Based on scientific evidence, Ina May's book takes the reader through each stage of labor, and gives information on prenatal care as well. I found the chapter on medical tests very helpful when deciding whether or not to receive certain tests, such as amniocentesis. I found this book to be an informative guide, full of wisdom, and positive encouragement.

A short story collection that is as hilarious as it is surreal.

Coming-of-age novel meets murder mystery. The story is complete with footnotes, literary allusions and a few drawings which made the characters that much more fascinating and believable.

A quirky, lonely, and poetic novel about a young girl who misses her dead father, a widow translating a lost work of fiction, and a lonely old man who wishes to be noticed.

Dark psychological surreal/historical fiction, with epic journeys through various time periods. Also a great love story.