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"D democracy in Retrograde: How to Make Changes Big and Small in Our Country and Our Lives" by Sami Sage and Emily Amick is a smart and pop culture-infused guide to civic engagement. The authors address the challenges of political participation in an era of increased polarization and offer practical advice on how to break free from the "hopeless spiral." They suggest consulting news sources that prioritize issues one is passionate about, joining advocacy groups to create a civic network, and engaging in challenging political conversations with friends and family. The book is geared towards millennial women but offers valuable advice for anyone feeling overwhelmed by the 2024 presidential election news cycle. [Extracted from the article]

BESTSELLERSJulius Roberts #10 Hardcover Nonfiction Roberts, a London chef turned Dorset farmer and TikTok personality (407.8K followers), offers 100 simple, seaonal recipes (e.g., squash blossom ravioli for summer; plum and fig leaf jam for fall) and 150 photos depicting rural life.PHOTO (COLOR) [Extracted from the article]

An interview with cartoonist Navied Mahdavian is presented. Topics include his experience of living in a slow-paced environment, his responsibility to portray the locals sympathetically yet critically, and the lessons he learned about friendship and land stewardship. He also discusses about missing rural life and the challenges he faced while portraying the people in a small town.