We’re on vacation until the start of season four, Thursday, February 2nd! Until then, we’re ecstatic to share the shows still rent-free in our heads. Here’s a favorite from our archives.

What do you know about arranged marriages? If you’ve ever watched The Bachelor, The Bachelorette, Married at First Sight, Love is Blind, or a million other reality shows, you may know more than you think. This week, we’re discussing arranged hitching and clearing up a few misconceptions about the practice.

Then, it’s on to our book: The search for happiness and peace is a difficult one, especially in a society that dismisses your thoughts and preys on your innocence. The distress of our Ghanaian protagonist is relatable to many women around the world. Will our heroine find love and acceptance in the manner she deserves and desires? What will she tolerate? What is she willing to risk for the sake of her sanity?

The woman: Afi Tekple

The book: His Only Wife by Peace Adzo Medie

LET’S GET LIT!

Our Independent Bookstore of the Month: Semicolon Bookstore & Gallery

1714 W Division St, Chicago, IL 60622

https://www.semicolonchi.com/

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