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Mindy Mcginnis The Female Of The Species
“The Female of The Species,” a new book by novelist Mindy McGinnis (and an Ohio Humanities Speak Bureau presenter), was recently reviewed by the New York Times (NYT). The Sunday Review is one of the most influential and widely read book review publications in the industry. McGinnis’ novel illuminates what it is like for a woman to live in society that normalizes sexual violence. The book is crafted for the young adult reader, ages 14 and up. Follow this link to read the Nov. 11, 2016, NYT book review.
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