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Wendy and Amy start off the season with one of the most banned and challenged books, The Bluest Eye by Toni Morrison. We talk about reading difficult topics and what can be learned from that. We also dive into a bit of the history of Dick and Jane readers and their use in this novel. Pop a cork to incredible writing that tackles harsh realities.  Ingredients for Today's Cocktail Pairing:1/2 fl. oz. gin1/2 fl. oz. cherry brandy1/3 fl. oz. lemon juice4 cherries (Bada Bing Cherries, Tillman Farm Bottle of prosecco (Kirkland's DOCG | Purple Bottle)

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Prosecco is Always the Answer from Summersdale PublishersTimeline of book banning on the Freedom to Read websiteAmerican Library Association List of Banned and Challenged BooksDiscussion questions for banned booksDick and Jane link Dick and Jane (Dana Teach) scholarly articleToni Morrison Society link