{"version":"1.0","type":"rich","provider_name":"Acast","provider_url":"https://acast.com","height":250,"width":700,"html":"<iframe src=\"https://embed.acast.com/$/dd9bf09f-c85c-5b84-8fc6-ac7c8574cacc/671fa02198ad64d3dd556c22?\" frameBorder=\"0\" width=\"700\" height=\"250\"></iframe>","title":"Glory Edim, GATHER ME: A Memoir in Praise of the Books That Saved Me","thumbnail_width":200,"thumbnail_height":200,"thumbnail_url":"https://open-images.acast.com/shows/61b786f01695623d36e9514d/1730125327433-4c54a285-8614-42f0-bfaf-44af5c283fa3.jpeg?height=200","description":"<p>Zibby is joined by the renowned founder of Well-Read Black Girl, Glory Edim, to discuss her inspiring memoir of family, community, resilience, and literature, GATHER ME: A Memoir in Praise of the Books That Saved Me. Glory reflects on the books that were a refuge and guiding force throughout her life, especially in her childhood&nbsp;when her mother struggled with depression. She also highlights the authors that shaped her development, influencing how she approaches&nbsp;relationships, love, and activism. Finally, she describes her journey as a mother, from passing on her Nigerian traditions to surrounding her son with books—although all he can think about are monster trucks!</p><p><br></p><p>Purchase on Bookshop: <a href=\"https://bit.ly/4ecv6ha\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">https://bit.ly/4ecv6ha</a></p><p><br></p><p>Share, rate, &amp; review the podcast, and follow Zibby on Instagram <a href=\"https://www.instagram.com/zibbyowens/\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">@zibbyowens</a>!</p>","author_name":"Zibby Owens"}