It’s kind of perfect that three books about finding connections and one’s sense of belonging have been selected for next year’s Silicon Valley Reads, a program that’s all about creating community through reading.

San Jose Library Director Jill Bourne, who is one of the program’s three co-chairs, said this year’s theme, “Bridges to Belonging,” is very timely for Santa Clara County residents.

“With so many in our community feeling isolated, the job of the San Jose Public Library system is to be an active connector and a safe place where everyone can find their sense of belonging,” she said.

The three selections for the program are “Mainline Mama,” a memoir by Keeonna Harris; “Unlikely Animals,” a novel by Annie Hartnett; and “The Power of Bridging,” a nonfiction work by John A. Powell. Th

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