Several years ago, I read #BlackBoy, by #RichardWright—a brilliant African American writer. Wright documents his impoverished childhood, experiencing daily fear, racism as well as his own family’s inability to understand him. It helped inform research for my book, #Redlined.

I'm thrilled to announce that my story of my family archives is part of this great collection of stories, "Storied Stuff." Alex Kotlowitz ("There Are No Children Here") wrote: 'Storied Stuff' is a reminder to hold close not only to objects but also to the people we love." Amazon

"'Redlined" is available in stores and online (on Amazon, Spotify and others) in paperback, hardcover, e-book and audio-book formats. Buy now: amazon.com/Redlined-Memoi… #Redlined #memoir #LindaGartz #Americanhistory

#ThrowbackThursday A 1952 or early ’53 photo of my brother, Paul, and me. Paul is with his favorite clown doll he called “Baby Gonk.” I’m with my favorite doll, Betsy. This was shortly after Paul and I no longer had to sleep in the dining room and finally had a bedroom.

I wonder if Musk has considered supporting Harvard after Trump's cuts of a total of about $2.65 billion in federal funding and grants. That's a pittance of Musk's $420 billion dollars of worth. That would be a clever parry.

I am beyond grateful to receive such high praise for my book "Redlined". Deeply humbled. If you still have not picked up "Redlined", click here: amazon.in/Redlined-Memoi… #Redlined #LindaGartz #Chicago #Americanhistory #AfrucanAmerican #memoir

#ThrowbackThursday Summer 1959: our family at the Alamo, San Antonio, Texas. My dad loved to teach us kids about history and the wider world. In the summer of 1959 we took a five-week vacation to the south and western U.S. The trip is burned in my memory for all I learned.

These are my go-to remedies for overcoming roadblocks, burnout, or creative slumps. How do you tackle writer’s block? Let me know in the comments below! #LindaGartz #Redlined #memoir #writingtips #writersblock

Speaker Mike Johnson suggested Gov. Newsom be "tarred and feathered." Results: severe painful burns, blisters, skin peeling, psychological trauma, etc. And Johnson calls himself a "Christian???!!!" Evil. theguardian.com/us-news/2025/j…

Duplicitous liars! It's in their DNA.

The "Guardian" reported that House Speaker, Mike Johnson suggested that Governor of California, Gavin Newsom be “tarred and feathered!" Results are "cruel & unusual": serious burns, skin damage, scarring & psychological trauma. This man (Johnson) thinks he's a Christian???!!!

My memoir #Redlined is inspired by archives from my parents’ home. It tells Fred & Lil Gartz’s story in 1960s Chicago — a personal lens on race, change & a community fractured by redlining. To know more, you can visit my website. Click here: lindagartz.com #LindaGartz

#ThrowbackThursday My best friend’s (Peggy) birthday at Luther North. We girls collected money from other students, bought a gift for our friend, and decorated their locker with a Happy Birthday poster everyone would sign. I got Peggy a mohair sweater (all the rage) and a skirt

'13th' by Ava DuVernay is a must watch documentary that is sure to leave you moved. It tells the story of American prisons that are disproportionately filled with African-Americans. An essential watch in understanding racial profiling and inequality in the United States.

#ThrowbackThursday Summer at Peggy and Dietmar’s first home in Arlington Heights: Bill and I lounging in their summer porch - about 1978. #LindaGartz #Redlined #Chicago

I'm humbled and thrilled by the heartfelt reviews of my memoir #Redlined. It means so much to know that readers—of all kinds—connect with my family's story. Available now in paperback, e-book, and audiobook formats. #LindaGartz #Memoir #Chicago #BookReview

Had a great time last night at the Evanston Public Library, where I, along with eight other writers, read about a treasured item in our possession. I talked about two late 1800s photos of my great-grandfather and great-grandmother. Read about the event: evanstonroundtable.com/2025/07/01/sto…

This is nothing more than a continuation of the president’s desperate weaponization of our justice system. I am not fearful — I am fearless. We will fight these baseless charges aggressively, and my office will continue to fiercely protect New Yorkers and their rights.