Interview

Jenny Han on Lara Jean, Her Korean Identity, and Closing the 'To All The Boys' Chapter

Alisha sits down with the author of everyone's favorite YA series.

Everything We're Bingewatching on HBO Max Right Now

Everything we're streaming this month, presented by HBO Max.

Bookish Interests

How I'm Actually Setting a Reading Resolution and Achieving It in 2020

A few quick tips on how to make it through your TBR list as told by one bookish resolution-keeper.

Interview

Friends of GNI On What They're Gifting to Themselves and Others This Year

We chatted with a few friends of GNI to learn what they're gifting themselves, their loved ones, and their communities this year.

Interview

Sana Javeri Kadri on Building a Pantry You Love

We sat down with Sana to learn more about building a pantry with your budget, values, and traditions in mind.

Editor's Note

Permission To Feel Two Things at Once

In Issue #184, Minaa B., speaker, writer, and licensed therapist, shares two of her favorite ways to show oneself grace and unpack feelings during this complicated moment.

Editor's Note

We Planned Your Weekend For You

In Issue #183, Alisha Ramos, Founder at GNI, fully endorses making "mini plans" this weekend (or weekday!) night.

Editor's Note

Separate Wellness from Worth

In Issue #182, Carolyn Rivkees, the voice behind @chronically_cheerful on Instagram, shares some small reminders that have helped her separate wellness from worth as she navigates chronic pain. She hopes they'll help you too.

Bookish Interests

Meena Harris on Representation in Children's Books

Meena Harris's new children's book, Kamala and Maya's Big Idea, puts girls of color front and center as leaders in their communities.

Editor's Note

Aminatou Sow and Ann Friedman on Big Friendship

Who better to take over this week's issue of the GNI newsletter than co-authors of our August book club pick?

Editor's Note

The Weirdest Things We've Bought Lately

In Issue #179, Alisha walks us through some of the weirdest purchases she's made in lockdown, because let's face it: when the world is falling apart, buying stuff — especially small, inconsequential, utilitarian stuff — can help.

Editor's Note

A Very Special Week at GNI

Issue #178, Alisha shares some BIG news about the launch of a project the GNI Team has been working on for the past year and a half, from an idea I had 3 years ago when I first started the company.

Editor's Note

Love, Basketball, and Sunday Night Rituals

In Issue #176, Tyler shares how Sunday Night Rituals have helped with her mental health lately (with some suggestions for your next SNR)!

Mental Health

How Do I Deal? 6 Women We Admire Share How They’re Getting Through It Right Now

Meena Harris, Katie Couric, and more friends of GNI help us answer the biggest coping question on our minds right now... "how do I deal?"

Mental Health

How Do I Deal? 8 Tips for Finding the Right Therapist

GNI readers share their tips for finding the right therapist. TL;DR the search looks different for everyone. (And that's okay!)

Mental Health

How Do I Deal? Sahaj Kohli on Exploring Identity, Building Community, and Finding Therapy

In Issue #168, Brown Girl Therapy Founder Sahaj Kohli shares a few quick tips for anyone who may be looking for a therapist right now.

Spreadsheet

5 Spreadsheets to Help You Organize Your Days If Your Brain Feels as Mushy as Mine Right Now

If you’re craving normalcy but don’t even know where to start, the answer is probably joining the GNI community in one of these helpful spreadsheets.

Community Post

Community Post: Your Sustainability Tips, The Greatest Hits Edition

Thinking of embarking on a sustainability journey? Here are some tips from the GNI community to get you started.

Interview

Angie Cruz, Author of Dominicana, on Writing, the Immigrant Experience, and Community as Self-Care

We sat down with Angie Cruz to learn more about the inspiration behind her latest novel.

Mental Health

How To Prioritize Your Mental Health During the Holidays

This season, we’re committed to having hard (and beautiful!) conversations about mental health — so we consulted an expert.

shop collection

Make Your Nights In More Stylish with Our Chic, Comfy Loungewear Picks

Hoping to add a little more comfort to your holiday season? Here are some cozy picks to help you better take care during your next night in.

Interview

Rachel DeLoache Williams, Author of "My Friend Anna," on Friendship, Hindsight, and Closure

We sat down with Rachel DeLoache Williams to talk about her book and how she's taking care these days.

Interview

How to Set Boundaries With Your Family During the Holidays

We consulted an expert on navigating family relationships and setting boundaries in an empathetic, healthy way.

Bookish Interests

Read This, Gift That: The Books to Give Based on The Reads They Already Love

GNI-approved reads for your search for what to gift your bookish friend this holiday season.

Interview

Bookish Girl Fall: Lawyer-Turned-Author Jasmine Guillory on Reading, Writing, and How Twitter Inspired Her Latest Novel

We sat down with Jasmine Guillory to chat about her latest novel and what she's reading right now.

Interview

Bookish Girl Fall: Morgan Hoit of @nycbookgirl on Reading as Her Passion and Her Career

We reached out to Morgan Hoit to learn more about how her work influences how she reads, how to build a reading routine, and her picks for Bookish Girl Fall.

Interview

Bookish Girl Fall: Books, Advocacy, and Beer with Lupita Aquino of @Lupita.Reads

And why speaking up for those who don’t get as much love from publishers matters.

Interview

Roxane Gay on Finding Humor, Protecting Your Energy, and the Unifying Power of Book Clubs

Perhaps no writer of this decade has done more to amplify voices and create space for difficult conversations than Roxane Gay.

Interview

Jia Tolentino, Author of Trick Mirror, on Feminism, Writing, and Self-Care

When we sat down with Jia to talk about everything from her debut book to scam culture and capitalism — like her book, she did not disappoint.

Guide

Let's Celebrate: The 100 GNI Recs and Reads You've Loved the Most Over the Years

We compiled all of your favorite GNI picks, tips, and reads.

Interview

Ashley C. Ford on Taking Care and Telling Stories

We sat down with writer Ashley C. Ford to talk about the power of human storytelling, financial wellness, and learning to ask for help.

Interview

An Interview with Glory Edim, Founder of Well-Read Black Girl

"My biggest takeaway from all of this is to do the thing that you want to do and don’t sit in perfectionism."

Interview

Interview with 'Pachinko' Author Min Jin Lee

We sat down with Min Jin Lee to talk about centering Korean-Japanese communities, reading selectively, and creating space for solitude.

Interview

Mari Andrew on Doodles, Self-Reflection, and Her New Book

The "Am I There Yet?" author chatted with us about her graphic memoir, the inspiration behind her art, and expanding definitions of self-care.

Bookish Interests

How to Set a Reading Goal and Stick to It This Time

Wondering how folks make time to conquer their yearly book lists? The tools featured in this article will help you to build reading habits that will spark joy and challenge you at the same time.

Spreadsheet

5 Spreadsheets to Help You Take Care During COVID-19

We rounded up some resources to help you take better care right now — from indoor workouts we love to comforting things to read, watch, and listen to as you spend more time at home.

Editor's Note

We Launched Stay Home, Take Care Today

Introducing Stay Home, Take Care: Your one-stop shop for taking better care of yourself and your loved ones as we make an effort to stay home to combat COVID-19.

Mental Health

How Do I Deal With My Mental Health During COVID-19?

We sat down with three therapists from Alma to talk about coping with the trauma and grief so many of us are experiencing right now.

Interview

Samantha Irby on Her New Book, "Wow, No Thank You"

We sat down with Sam Irby, author of our April book club pick, to talk about adult friendships, book club snacks, and why she's probably staying in tonight.

Editor's Note

The Case For Building a New Sunday Night Routine

There's a reason they call them Sunday scaries. Here's some food for thought if your Sunday evenings could use a little bit of a lift.