You Are More Than Magic, Minda Harts
You Are More Than Magic, Minda Harts
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You Are More Than Magic
The Black and Brown Girls' Guide to Finding Your Voice

Author: Minda Harts

Narrator: Minda Harts, Chanté McCormick

Unabridged: 4 hr 6 min

Format: Digital Audiobook Download

Published: 04/05/2022

Includes: Bonus Material Bonus Material Included


Synopsis

“Every parent of a Black or brown girl should buy this book, read it to their child, and pass it along to the other parents in their circle.”—Evette Dionne, National Book Award longlisted and Coretta Scott King honor-winning author of Lifting as We Climb
 
Perfect for graduation gifts and other transitional milestones, this guide is for girls of color looking to find their voice and claim space as they prepare for high school, college, and their careers, from the bestselling author of The Memo: What Women of Color Need to Know to Secure a Seat at the Table.

When you’re a girl of color, figuring out how to find your voice and make sure everyone around you can hear it is essential. CEO and bestselling author Minda Harts knows—she’s been there. And she’s ready to walk you through it all with her own stories of success and the missteps that helped her grow—from running for high school student council when she was barely tall enough to reach the podium, to starting her own com­pany, The Memo LLC, that helps women of color advocate for themselves and their ca­reers. Now she’s here to hype you up and be real with you about:
 
  • Building your squad: what to look for in a friend, finding mentors, and setting boundaries for healthy relationships
  • Saying what you mean without saying it mean: prepping yourself for self-advocacy, negotiations, and tough conversations
  • Leaning into courage: affirming yourself, dealing with no’s, and speaking up even when you feel like the “only one”
 
With lots of practical advice and real-life anecdotes, as well as questions for reflection and further resources, this book is all about finding your own unique path to success—at school, at work, at home, and beyond. Success is far from magical, but you’ve al­ready got the tools you need to figure out your next best moves. And your stand-in big sis Minda is here to help you every step of the way!

* This audiobook includes a downloadable PDF that contains the Discussion Guide, the For White Caregivers of Girls of Color, and the Questions for White Readers sections from the book.

About Minda Harts

Minda Harts is an experienced author, speaker, and assistant professor, as well as the founder of The Memo, LLC, a career-development company for women of color. She frequently speaks on topics of advancing women of color, leadership, diversity, and entrepreneurship. In 2018, she was named by American Express as one of their 25 Emerging Innovators. Her podcast, Secure the Seat, airs weekly. Originally from southern California, she currently resides in New York City.


Reviews

As a mother and a teacher of beautiful black girls, I loved this book! Not only did it inspire me to want to share it with these young ladies in my life. But it also inspired me to have more confidence in my own life. This book was a great mix of humor, advice, and shared life lessons all in one! I'......more

I was at the bookstore to obtain my copy of "You Are More Than Magic" and women of various ages were saying they wish they had a book like this when they were growing up. I finished the first few chapters and wrote down so many gems. I could relate to this book on so many levels. Like the author, Mi......more

Goodreads review by Jeneva

I have listened to You Are More Than Magic book by Minda Harts via audiobook, and I must say that it's a very insightful book thay applies to various audiences. The nuggets and gems that Harts shares, while reading the audiobook aloud mind you, are from the sincere and loving perspective of a big si......more

While I am not the target audience for this book, I was impressed with the beneficial wisdom and confidence it imparted. Any teen girl, black or brown or white, would learn a great deal from this conversation with an older, wiser sister, intended as a mentoring boost. While much of the text felt like......more

Goodreads review by Micaela

Though I’m far from the target audience of this book, I still found it helpful in a number of ways. 1. As someone who experiences anxiety and sometimes engages in negative self talk, it was good to read about how to empower oneself and believe in oneself. 2. I felt reading this helped me understand th......more


Quotes

A Higher Heights Chisholm Summer Reading List selection!

"A love letter to Black and brown girls and an acknowledgement of the real work it takes to make magic."—Kirkus Reviews

"Readers will find plenty of affirmative messages and exhortations to do their best."—Booklist

“Every parent of a Black or brown girl should buy this book, read it to their child, and pass it along to the other parents in their circle. . . . Black and brown girls are finally getting their time in the sunshine, and it’s quite a joy to see Minda Harts shining an even brighter light on the sheer beauty of Black and brown girlhood.”—Evette Dionne, National Book Award longlisted and Coretta Scott King honor-winning author of Lifting as We Climb
 
“This book is challenging, inspiring, beautiful and actionable. It is exactly what Black and brown girls need as they struggle to find their voice, especially in those moments when they don’t feel magical, because it creates a safe space between the pages to prepare them for the road ahead.”—Delores Druilhet Morton, CEO, Step Up
 
“Minda Harts brings the wise and compassionate cheerleader so beloved by readers of The Memo and Right Within to young girls of color . . . From reminders to reflect on the ‘Future You’ to candidly sharing her own growth and lessons, Harts creates a necessary playbook for girls of color to achieve their full potential. You Are More Than Magic is the guide I wish I had growing up!”—Ruchika Tulshyan, author of Inclusion on Purpose and CEO, Candour