11 books about moms that redefine how we talk about motherhood

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Literature is not always kind to moms.

Whether it’s the trope of the “missing mom” or the frequency with which mothers are delegated to supporting roles in other protagonist’s adventures, these important women in our lives have been sidelined and even neglected in many of pop culture’s biggest stories.

Fortunately, that’s not always true. Look carefully and you can find vivid, complex, and unforgettable portraits of moms. From passionate memoirs about family to heartbreaking tales about heritage, a plethora of books focus on untraditional stories of motherhood. Read more…

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