If you’re not on campus to borrow physical books, not to worry! The library has a multitude of ebooks to read online. Here are a few titles to check out: 

Detours: A Decolonial Guide to Hawaii

Available online via ProQuest Ebook Central

People often ask me for restaurant and beach recommendations when they come on vacation, but perhaps I should start giving them this book as well. As timely a topic as ever, Detours uncovers histories and places in Hawaiʻi obscured by American occupation, militarism, and settler colonialism. It is sometimes overwhelming to think about the power these forces have, but reading about important places and various decolonial projects taking place provide a sense of connection and hope. 
 

Sundressed: Natural Fabrics and the Future of Clothing

Available online via EBSCOhost Ebooks - Perpetual Collection

I have thought a fair amount about where my food comes from, but I haven’t considered the same ideas when thinking about clothing. This book introduces us to farmers, designers, and manufacturers who are all moving us toward consuming less and appreciating our clothes more. 


 

Design for Belonging : How to Build Inclusion and Collaboration in your Communities

Available online via EBSCOhost Ebooks - Perpetual Collection

How do you invite someone well? How do people leave from your community? This book focuses on belonging as a central idea for designing more inclusive work processes. Especially after the social fracturing caused by the pandemic, reading this book reminded me that promoting connection can be done in small, yet impactful ways. 

 

Are there any good books you have been reading this summer? Comment below or tell us at the library, and we may feature the book in an upcoming post!