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Ep. 44: When the Reading gets Tough, Should the Tough Keep Reading? (Theme: Upsetting Reads)

Ep. 44: When the Reading gets Tough, Should the Tough Keep Reading? (Theme: Upsetting Reads)

Update: 2020-08-09

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On this journey, I’m joined by Leïla, Noor and Assia as we discuss

What effect does reading upsetting content have on us?
Should books have content warnings?
Why do we read such books or scenes? Is it beneficial?

For a list of all the books mentioned, go to the post for this episode on the website: www.booknomadpodcast.com/reviews/upsetting-reads.

Disclaimer: book features ≠ endorsements. We speak as readers, not experts.

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Ep. 44: When the Reading gets Tough, Should the Tough Keep Reading? (Theme: Upsetting Reads)

Ep. 44: When the Reading gets Tough, Should the Tough Keep Reading? (Theme: Upsetting Reads)

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