Waste Not, Want Not

This is a fabulous little book that you can fly through in one sitting. I love the tone--it's not preachy or judgmental, but rather offers practical advice to easing into a life of sustainability and growing from there. I was pleased to know that I've already incorporated some of Mannarino's suggestions and I was given plenty more. The format is part of the appeal as well. The tips are broken down into six chapters: (almost) zero waste 1. while cooking, 2. at home, 3. for personal care, 4. while travelling, 5. and your wardrobe, and 6. in your community. You'll find valuable advice for composting, reducing your single-use-plastic reliance, finding sustainable clothing manufacturers and more. It's no secret that we are a disposable society, and you don't have to look farther than the discussions surrounding plastic straws and grocery bags to know the impact it's having on the environment. The good news is that we can all do our part to reduce our waste. If you're not sure where to start (because it can be overwhelming to look around your house and see evidence of your carbon footprint!), this book will put your mind at ease.

Look for your copy when it releases on July 1, 2020, or as the author suggests, share among friends! A special thank you to NetGalley, Tiller Press, and author Melanie Mannarino for making this review copy available to me.