Give a Sh*t: Do Good. Live Better. Save the Planet.

Ashlee brilliantly breaks down a series of simple changes that everyone can make to be kinder to the planet. She shares data in a smart and encouraging way, empowering the reader.

I've often felt overwhelmed by the concept of 'greening' my life. Felt like I had to do 50 things simultaneously (reduce meat consumption, figure out how to cook vegetarian, replace all my cleaners with DIY recipes, get rid of plastic, stop driving my car, etc. and do it all tomorrow!). Give a Sh*t helps cut through that by showing you how to make incremental changes that over time add up to something big! The tone is light, conversational and occasionally goofy (in a good way) but shows a real passion for the substantive changes we need to make to build a better world. And while the book is fun to read, it's also organized in a way that makes it easy to use as a reference book with recipes for food and cleaners along with step by step guides for greening your life.

What I love most about this book is that it corrals all the most important facts, figures, and advice about doing better in our everyday lives--from someone who truly walks the walk. For newbies, Piper includes the rudimentary stuff about recycling, heating/cooling, detoxing your closet, and easy vegan recipes but also goes deep, delving into specieism, inequality, and the ethics of re-use. She simplifies things like creating & using green cleaning kits for the home, (delivering in 4 pages what you'd spend an afternoon and untold clicks finding online.) In another writer's hands, "going green" could come off as preachy or dogmatic but Piper has a conversational and wry writing style that keeps you turning the pages. And, I'm going to make her "morning person morsels" first thing tomorrow because it sounds *absolutely* delicious; (she had me at g-free flour & fresh orange zest.)

This is a really great resource for someone starting their journey in low/zero waste or slow/green/organic living. I had thought this would be a great read for someone who's out of the beginner stages and was a little disappointed that it wasn't. I may have misinterpreted the description so I can't say there was anything wrong with the book itself. Just my own expectations going in. Unfortunately whenever I see the title I still feel that way. :( That being said it's one of the few books I've read on the subject here in North America and so it was more relevant to me culturally than most of the books I've been reading on the subject. Most are based in the UK and have completely different structures and practices and attitudes in place.So advice on resources and how to get started can be very challenging and sometimes feeling like there's no way you can do it. This book though is inspiring and shows that anyone can do it and here's how. Great writing! And honestly I felt like I was reading a long note from my best friend of mom on how to get my sh*t together than a book by a stranger. Would definitely recommend to anyone over here getting started. And hoping she comes out with a part two!!

I have been itching to make switches to living more sustainably for a while but i was finding that doing the research on your own is a lot of work. I came across this book and absolutely loved it. Ashlee compiled all the information you need to jump start your sustainable journey and it was just the guide I needed. I found Ashlee to very relatable and witty throughout the book which helped me make a better connection to the lifestyle changes she outlines throughout. I am as enthusiastic about giving this book 5 Stars as I would be to an Uber driver who offers candy (very).

If you’re not familiar with Ashlee already get ready for a book that will change your life. For realsies. This gem is so witty and easy to read and has practical tips for you to implement today that can change your life and the world. Her writing style is so fun and seriously you can’t not crack up reading this book while also getting super good advice. Plus recipes you guys! It really doesn’t get better than that.

The most fantastically witty and a relevant sustainability book known to man. Piper puts together this perfect how-to guide in a way that is so attainable and not the least bit condescending. How to not dress like a jerk, how to order 'vegan' at a restaurant without eliciting eye rolls, and how to be a better human overall on planet Earth. You don't need to go so far as to turn your life upside down and start drinking your own pee, but like not using Post-its would be a great start.

Ashlee Piper is exactly the author for this book. Non-judgmental and informative, Piper's fun and friendly tone is tongue-in-cheek while talking about a really terrifying topic: how humans have destroyed the planet. Of course individuals' actions aren't the only cause of climate emergency, but if we can do something, anything at all, why shouldn't we? This book is great for those who feel intimidated by zero-waste blogs and books that encourage you to ditch all your belongings and move to the woods to munch on bark. Piper (as evidenced by who she is) is still fashionable, social, and well-traveled all the while making the most earth-friendly choices she possibly can. She is also incredibly well-versed on the topic (she's an expert) on top of being able to write in a way that is accessible and helpful. Highly recommend.