Exit West
A love story set against the backdrop of a crumbling city, Exit West follows the journey of Nadia and Saeed as they navigate a world in cris…
21 Must-Read Books About Immigration
Explore a curated list of 21 insightful books about immigration, featuring a mix of personal stories, historical accounts, and fictional narratives.
The Sympathizer
A gripping spy novel set against the backdrop of the Vietnam War, exploring the life of a conflicted captain torn between two worlds and ide…
The Warmth of Other Suns
A Pulitzer Prize-winning masterpiece that chronicles the Great Migration of six million Black Americans from the South to the North and West…
American Street
A powerful debut novel that tackles immigration, race, and class in Detroit, told through the lens of a Haitian immigrant.
Americana
A sweeping epic that captures the essence of America through the lives of its characters, exploring themes of identity, love, and the pursui…
Everyone Who Is Gone Is Here
An epic and heartbreaking account of the U.S. immigration crisis, told through the lives of migrants and policymakers, revealing the devasta…
Americanized: Rebel Without a Green Card
A heartwarming and humorous memoir about a young Iranian girl navigating her new life in America, filled with cultural clashes and personal …
Separated: Inside an American Tragedy
A gripping exposé on the Trump administration's child-separation policy, revealing the human toll and the heroes who fought to reunite famil…
One Mighty and Irresistible Tide
Discover the gripping story behind the 1965 Immigration and Nationality Act and how it transformed America, through the lens of personal and…
The Next Great Migration
Explore the ancient and lifesaving response to environmental change through the lens of human and animal migration, challenging modern fears…
The Undocumented Americans
A groundbreaking portrait of undocumented immigrants in America, blending personal narratives with investigative journalism to reveal the hi…
The Ungrateful Refugee
Dina Nayeri's powerful memoir weaves her own refugee journey with the stories of others, challenging perceptions and redefining the narrativ…
Once I Was You
Award-winning journalist Maria Hinojosa shares her personal journey and decades of reporting to expose the harsh realities of immigration in…
The Beekeeper of Aleppo
A heart-wrenching tale of love, loss, and resilience, following a beekeeper and his wife as they flee the horrors of war-torn Syria in searc…
Catalina
Catalina Ituralde, a brilliant and complex Harvard senior, navigates her undocumented status, elite campus subcultures, and a looming future…
The Sun Is Also a Star
A captivating love story that intertwines fate, science, and destiny, as two strangers from different worlds meet in New York City.
This list, curated by Global Refuge, offers a diverse collection of 21 books that delve into the experiences of immigrants and refugees. The selection includes a range of genres, from non-fiction and memoirs to novels and young adult literature. Each book provides a unique perspective on the challenges and triumphs of immigration, making it an essential read for anyone interested in understanding the complexities of this global issue. The list features works by renowned authors such as Jacob Soboroff, Jia Lynn Yang, and Sonia Shah, who share their insights through personal stories, historical analysis, and vivid storytelling. Whether you're looking to learn more about the immigrant experience or simply enjoy a compelling narrative, this list has something for every reader.