Behind the Bastards Presents: Sixteenth Minute (of Fame)

Momfluenced delves into the world of momfluencers, examining how they sell not just products but a dream of motherhood intertwined with whiteness, capitalism, and the heteronormative nuclear family. Drawing on personal experiences, pop culture analysis, and interviews with experts, Sara Petersen sheds light on the complexities of social media motherhood and its effects on parenting and societal norms. The book considers what it means to define motherhood for oneself in a society that often dictates these definitions.

The Book of Mormon is a scripture that tells the story of a group of Hebrews who migrated from Jerusalem to the Americas around 600 BCE. It describes their history, including their division into two main groups: the Nephites and the Lamanites. The book emphasizes the appearance of Jesus Christ to these people after his resurrection, where he teaches them and establishes his church. It also discusses various doctrinal topics such as the fall of Adam and Eve, the nature of God, baptism, and the importance of faith and repentance. The book ends with Moroni's testimony and an invitation to readers to come unto Christ and be perfected in him.

In 'Ghost Church: The Mission of Repentance,' Correll Pryce explores a narrative where beings from another world attempt to colonize Earth during the Mesozoic era. The colonization effort is thwarted by a shower of meteorites that destroys the colony. The book delves into themes of repentance and the aftermath of this catastrophic event.

Building on years of international reporting, Max Fisher tells the gripping story of how Facebook, Twitter, YouTube, and other social networks preyed on psychological frailties to create algorithms that drive users to extreme opinions and actions. The book explores how the companies' founding tenets and focus on maximizing engagement have led to a destabilized world, marked by increasing social and political polarization, misinformation, and violence. Fisher also highlights the stories of heroic outsiders and Silicon Valley defectors who raised alarms about these issues.