Books like Mom by Nisa Donnelly
Mom is a heartfelt anthology edited by Nisa Donnelly, featuring memoirs from nearly thirty women, including some of the nation’s most recognized lesbian writers. The essays span the breadth of motherhood, from nurturing to estrangement, and even the lingering presence of loss. Each contribution offers an honest exploration of raising children, revealing how the bond between parent and child endures across time, space, and changing family dynamics.
First publish date: 1998
Genre: LGBTQ+ Fiction/Lesbian Fiction
Authors: Nisa Donnelly
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