Author: Tessa
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Authors, Your Vegan Characters Do Not Have to Be Stereotypes
Have you read a book (or watched a movie/show) lately that featured a vegan or vegetarian side character? Did you notice how they were characterized? Were they friendly? Or did they feel like an exaggerated version? Here’s the thing: vegans have a bad reputation. It’s sad, but it’s true. We’re obnoxious, we push our beliefs…
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REVIEW: Herland by Charlotte Perkins Gilman
Title: HerlandAuthor: Charlotte Perkins GilmanPublication: 1915Rating: 2.75/5 starsCW/TW: mentions of rape/sexual assaultNotes: Vegan Book Club‘s April 2021 group read A meat-free society with no men? Huh, I can’t imagine why anyone would consider that a utopia! When Charlotte Perkins Gilman had something to say, she did not pull any punches. This is true for her…
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READ VEGAN: A Zine For and By Vegan Readers
At Vegan Book Club, our unofficial motto is “read vegan.” That’s why I created the community anyway: to provide a space where plant-based bookworms from around the world could come together and read and discuss vegan-related and animal-friendly books (or anything else, really). Being vegan (or vegetarian, for that matter) isn’t as weird as it…
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I’m Doing NaNoWriMo This Year
I never wanted to be a writer. Or maybe, because I work as a copy and content writer, the better word is author. I definitely never wanted to be an author. No, really, it’s true. I’ve always loved books and words – other people’s writing – but it was never something I ever saw myself…
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REVIEW: Love Your Life by Sophie Kinsella
“I don’t want to sound overdramatic, but he’s crystal meth. In a good way.” Title: Love Your LifeAuthor: Sophie KinsellaExpected Publication: October 27, 2020Rating: 3/5 starsCW/TW: N/ANotes: I received an advanced reader copy via Netgalley For lovers of contemporary romances (especially of the rom-com variety), Sophie Kinsella is a staple. She has written plenty of…
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LI Vegan Adventures: 5 Black-Owned Vegan-Friendly Spots on Long Island to Support
Vegan on Long Island and want to support some Black-owned businesses? You’re in luck! There are actually quite a few vegan-friendly spots you can order from if you’re feeling hungry and don’t feel like cooking at home. Here are a few across Nassau and Suffolk County if you want some good grub! Real Veggie Cafe…
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REVIEW: Take a Hint, Dani Brown by Talia Hibbert
“Feeling is always worth it.” Title: Take a Hint, Dani BrownAuthor: Talia HibbertPublication: June 23, 2020Rating: 4.5/5 starsCW/TW: anxiety, depression, panic attack, mention of deathNotes: I received an advanced reader copy via Netgalley Is there anything better than a good rom-com? In my eyes, Talia Hibbert is one of the queens of this kind of…
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Your Bigotry Has No Place in the Vegan Movement
Veganism seeks to end oppression. Full-stop. Being vegan means you reject the injustice and inhumane treatment directed at animals. So ask yourself: do you reject the same injustice and inhumane treatment directed at people of color? If you do not, you have some serious reflection to do. Following the death of George Floyd, just one…
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VEG*N ARTIST SPOTLIGHT: Hyphen Discusses Veganism and Music
Who’s your favorite vegan or vegetarian singer? Apart from, say, Miley Cyrus or Billie Eilish, can you really name that many more? Because veganism isn’t as mainstream as it could be, you might struggle to find veg*n representation in mainstream media, whether it’s music, film, television, etc. But if you look elsewhere, you just might…
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LI Vegan Adventures: Vegan-Friendly Eats on Long Island During the Pandemic
As COVID-19 rocks the world, we are, unfortunately, seeing a plethora of small businesses being forced to close their doors, some permanently and others temporarily. This, of course, includes vegan businesses, and Long Island is no exception. From restaurants to salons, if you follow some of them on Instagram, you’ve probably come across several posts…
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Helping Your Vegan Business Survive in Uncertain Times: A Brief Guide to Effective Communication
I hesitated with this post, not wanting to feel slimy after seeing firsthand some companies/people talking about what an amazing opportunity this pandemic is for what they provide (yuck), but, at the same time, I felt this topic was important. In general, vegan businesses are hard to come by, and I think I speak on…
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Tips for Self-Care (+ Some Vegan Recommendations)
We all need a little self-care sometimes, especially during times of trouble. In light of all that is happening in the world right now, we need to think about both our physical and mental health. It’s not always easy – we’re so used to just powering through and letting our own well-being fall to the…
Tessa Altman 