Popular Culture
November 2021
Recent Releases
Black Nerd Problems: Essays
by William Henry Evans & Omar Holmon

What it is: a witty and thought-provoking blend of pop culture criticism and social commentary written by Black Nerd Problems website creators William Henry Evans and Omar Holmon.

What's inside: irreverent essays exploring Black representation in comics, Hamilton ticket prices, Mario Kart as personality test, the merits (or lack thereof) of The Lion King's Simba, and more.  

Don't miss: "The Sobering Reality of Actual Black Nerd Problems," which discusses the dangers of cosplaying while Black.
Mellencamp
by Paul Rees

What it is: a richly detailed biography of pioneering heartland rock singer-songwriter John Mellencamp, written by veteran music journalist Paul Rees.

Featuring: exclusive interviews with Mellencamp's loved ones and colleagues; never-before-told stories of his life and career; a deep dive into his discography.

For fans of: Born to Run by Bruce Springsteen.  
Please Don't Sit on My Bed in Your Outside Clothes: Essays
by Phoebe Robinson

What it is: New York Times bestselling author and comedian Phoebe Robinson's third wide-ranging and laugh-out-loud collection of essays.

Topics include: quarantining while in a relationship; the limitations of self-care; natural hair love; performative activism; building a "mini empire."  

Who it's for: Fans and newcomers alike will enjoy Robinson's entertaining latest, which feels like having an intimate chat with a friend.
Taste: My Life Through Food
by Stanley Tucci

What it is: a charming and witty memoir detailing actor Stanley Tucci's culinary pursuits and the stories behind them, filled with simple recipes made from inexpensive ingredients.

For fans of: the foodie memoirs of journalist Bill Buford and chefs Gabrielle Hamilton and Ruth Reichl.

Recipes include: Italian staples including ragĂș, pasta fagioli, and Negronis.  
All of the Marvels: A Journey to the Ends of the Biggest Story Ever Told
by Douglas Wolk

What it's about: Eisner Award-winning Reading Comics author Douglas Wolk's quest to document Marvel Comics history -- by reading every Marvel comic published since 1961 (more than 27,000).

Read it for: a concise and impassioned overview of 60 years of superhero comics history, profiling characters both famous (the X-Men) and forgotten (Night Nurse). 

Don't miss: insightful footnotes; an appendix including noteworthy storylines and illustrations.  
The Kaepernick Effect: Taking a Knee, Changing the World
by Dave Zirin

What it's about: the impact of San Francisco 49ers quarterback Colin Kaepernick's national anthem protests during the 2016 NFL season.

Featuring: interviews with athletes and coaches who were spurred to action following Kaepernick's example.

Reviewers say: The Nation sports editor David Zirin's thoughtful book is "necessary reading for all" (Library Journal).  
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