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Fantastic Books About First Ladies

As of 2019, there have been 44 different men serve as President of the United States. If you’re wondering why that number seems to be off by one, remember that Grover Cleveland served twice and was the 22nd & 24th President of the United States. But as Abigal Adams wrote to John when he was […]

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Our 10 Recommended Reads For Black History Month, Plus 5 Documentaries

Our 10 recommended reads that include fiction and non-fiction, science and sci-fi, poetry and a play, plus a few documentary films.

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Seeking Black History Books For The Gal’s Guide Women’s History Library

We are seeking Black History books for our new library!

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Bonnie’s Painting Goodies List

Books, exhibits, and movies, Bonnie Fillenwarth has gathered together a painting gals goodies list for you to check out for Painting Month. Victoria Finlay’s Color: A Natural History of the Palette A wonderful book that goes through where all those colors come from. Finlay was often the first woman to enter spaces where these materials […]

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November Meeting

November’s theme is #BookGals! Paulette Hoover, as a retired elementary school teacher of 31 years, has taught thousands of children and gained many fond and fantastic memories throughout her career. Her experiences with her students and her four children have encouraged her to write books for all children to develop a love for reading. She […]

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Gal’s Guide Podcast – Zelda & Douche Canoes

Continuing from last week’s show on #BookGals, gal-pals Dr. Leah Leach and Bonnie Fillenwarthjoin Lisa Leo to talk about Zelda Fitzgerald, writers, and the douche canoes of the writing world. Your Host: Lisa LeoGal Pals: Dr. Leah Leach and Bonnie Fillenwarth FULL EPISODE Show Notes & Extra’s  Looking for the first part of the discussion? Click here for Episode […]

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Gal’s Guide Podcast – Book Gals

All about the books and the gals who write them. Lisa Leo is back controlling the time machine and joined by gal-pals Dr. Leah Leach and Bonnie Fillenwarth to talk autobiographies on famous ladies, and fiction authors J.K. Rowling and Beth Frear.  Who’s your favorite #BookGal? Your Host: Lisa Leo Gal Pals: Dr. Leah Leach […]

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Zelda Fitzgerald

AUTHOR AND THE FLAPPER GIRL Born in 1900 in Alabama, she was born into a life of privilege, her father was a Supreme Court Judge of Alabama. As a teenager, Zelda was a dancer and socialite. She was the flapper girl you think of the 1920’s. She drank, she smoked, she pushed gender norms, and was risqué. She met […]

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20 Motivational Writing Quotes From Female Authors 

Writing that book? Good for you! Need some words of encouragement? We’ve been there too. We got you. Read these quotes from amazing female authors and get back to the page! 20 Motivational Writing Quotes From Female Authors “If there’s a book that you want to read, but it hasn’t been written yet, then you must write it.” â€” Toni Morrison […]

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Her Life, Her Words: Inspiring Female Autobiographies

Gal’s Guide specializes in stories of inspiring gals of history. Whether it’s research for our podcast Your Gal Friday or our monthly meetings, nothing is better than learning about a gal in her own words. Autobiography, memoir, or essay there is always a bit of insight to guide you in your own life. If any […]