This September, we are excited to celebrate the time and dedication of our Page Turner of the Month, Alissa Lun! Since joining Page Turners in March of this year, she has read and reviewed 28 books, totaling to 10, 240 pages and 119 hours! Here is what Alissa had to say about her time with Words Alive.

How did you come across Page Turners/Words Alive?

I first heard about Page Turners through a volunteering program at my university. I was intrigued by the opportunity to volunteer by reading books in my free time and therefore promote literacy among San Diego students. Since I love reading so much, I felt that Page Turners was a perfect fit for me!

What are your hobbies/interests outside of volunteering?

Aside from reading, I enjoy hiking, walking my dogs, and trying new dessert recipes. If Page Turners has a recipe book to review, count me in!

What is your favorite book(s) so far?

I enjoyed reading Beyond Magenta, Disability Visibility, and Sitting Pretty from Page Turners. These books expanded my knowledge of transgender and disability issues and provided a solid base for me to further educate myself in the future. Thanks to these books, I had the opportunity to challenge my preconceived notions and biases and form valuable new perspectives.

Thank you, Alissa, for all you do! We appreciate the time you have dedicated as a Page Turner and with Words Alive!

If you would like to volunteer as a Page Turner, you can sign up here.