All the New Books to Read This November, From Sci-Fi Novels to Memoirs

In her memoir "The Risk It Takes to Bloom," trans activist Raquel Willis chronicles her Southern upbringing, budding activism, and journalistic evolution that have made her who she is today. Beginning with her childhood growing up Catholic in Georgia, Willis discusses facing racism and homophobia, then moves to capturing her eye-opening experiences in college, which planted the early seeds of her passion for journalism. Now one of the most prominent figures in conversations around trans rights, Willis looks back on her experience with a keen eye and personable wit to share how she became the powerhouse she is today.

Release date: Nov. 7