Ms. Kazee wrote this guide, Life in the S.L.O.W. Lane, after her 30-year career as a social worker, specializing in social-emotional learning and school mental health consultation. While the professional experience Lauren brings to the content of the book is readily apparent, it is the stories of her own personal life crises and ongoing recovery as a highly driven perfectionist that makes the book so appealing. The book engages the reader immediately because of the humility and authenticity with which Ms. Kazee writes about her own experience and the way in which she communicates her respect and understanding of teachers.  Its contents speak directly to helping teachers navigate the stress of teaching. Any educator interested in their wellness will benefit by using this resource.​

​A new book, Supercharge Your Brain: How to Maintain a Healthy Brain Throughout Your Life, by James Goodwin, presents cutting-edge science for a healthier life that is beneficial no matte your age.  For example, if you want to care for your brain, chew gum. Numerous studies show the benefits of oral health which is supported by gum chewing. ​​

Many argue that the issue of race and racial divide is the single, most powerful force in American politics and in our social order. Dr. Rhonda Magee’s recent book challenges us to consider race as a social construct - fictional, yet present in our everyday lives. She shows how race and racism are embedded into our history, our upbringing, and our thoughts that result in our defining people as Asian, white, black, Hispanic, etc., and creating impressions that affect our world view and ways we interact.