ADULT FICTION
“Emily Wilde’s Map of the Otherlands” by Heather Fawcett — “Like all good fairy tales, this book is enchantingly charming, with hints of razor-sharp teeth. My only complaint is that it ends; I want to live in Emily’s Otherlands forever.”—Kiersten White, #1 New York Times bestselling author of Mister Magic
“Family Family” by Laurie Frankel — “Frankel has written a funny, heart-wrenching, deeply personal story about the meaning of family and holding fast to one’s beliefs. India is the star of Frankel’s novel, but the supporting characters are warm and vibrant, each getting their own opportunity to shine. Highly recommended for fans of Frankel and those who enjoy literary fiction featuring witty dialogue and thought-provoking topics.”
―Library Journal (starred)
“House of Flame and Shadow” by Sarah J. Maas — “Stranded in a strange new world, Bryce Quinlan must rely on all her wits to get back to her family and friends in Midgard, in the third novel of the series following House of Sky and Breath.” — Atlas Publishing
“Iron Flame” by Rebecca Yarros — “After surviving her first year at Basgiath War College, dragon rider Violet Sorrengail discovers that the real danger is just beginning.” — Baker & Taylor
“The Berry Pickers” by Amanda Peters — “The strength of Amanda Peters’s novel lies in its understanding of how trauma spreads through a life and a family, and its depiction of the challenges facing Indigenous people . . . [A] powerful message about truth, forgiveness and healing.” —Marion Winik, The Washington Post
ADULT MYSTERY
“Holmes, Marple & Poe” by James Patterson & Brian Sitts — “Brendan Holmes, Margaret Marple and Auguste Poe open a private investigating company together and their daring methodology and news-making solved cases would make their last-namesakes proud and attract the attention of an NYPD detective.” — Baker & Taylor
“Hero” by Thomas Perry — “So suspenseful it should be required reading for thrill seekers … A tour de force.” ― Booklist STARRED REVIEW
ADULT BIOGRAPHY
“The Undying: Pain Vulnerability, Mortality, Medicine, Art, Time, Dreams, Data, Exhaustion Cancer and Cure” by Anne Boyer — “At the time of her diagnosis with an aggressive form of breast cancer, the poet Anne Boyer was 41 and a single parent. In her genre-defying memoir, Ms. Boyer, now 46, chronicles her struggle to survive not just the disease, but a brutal chemotherapy regime.” ―The New York Times
ADULT NON-FICTION
“Fodor’s Essential Scotland” — “Fodor’s is pitched a few notches higher….aimed at a fairly discerning traveler with an appetite for background and the occasional surprise.” – New York Times
“Postcards for Mia” by Michael Taussig — “A full moon after a wasp attack, poppies from a train, panning for gold in the River Cesecito, a bountiful pumpkin harvest . . . . Postcards for Mia is a joyful collection of hand-drawn and -painted postcards sent by anthropologist Michael Taussig to his granddaughter, Mia. From airports in New York to cemeteries in Colombia, confrontations with wild boars to conversations with well-dressed koalas, Postcards for Mia is a picture book to be shared and savored by both children and adults, a journey into a wondrous world colored by the stories we might choose to tell about it.” — Random House
“Scotland” by Susanne Arbuckle — Lonely Planet’s “Experience Scotland” travel guide reveals exciting new ways to explore this iconic destination with one-of-a-kind adventures at every turn. Visit the infamous Malt Whisky Trail, devour fresh lobster platters in Oban, escape to white sand beaches in Harris – using our local experts and planning tools to create your own unique trip. — Baker & Taylor
“The Wall Between: What Jews and Palestinians Don’t Want to Know about Each Other” by Raja G. Khouri & Jeffrey J. Wilkinson — “That this book even exists is remarkable. It’s extraordinarily difficult for a Palestinian and a Jew to write a book that fairly conveys the dominant mood in both communities about Palestine-Israel. But this book not only exists—it’s wise, engaging and deeply humane. It will prove an essential text in bringing diaspora Jews and Palestinians together in the justice movement that this moment demands.” — Peter Beinart, author of The Crisis of Zionism
“The War of Words: How America’s GI Journalists Battled Courtship and Propaganda to Help Win World War II” by Molly Guptill Manning — “As the daughter of an American who served in World War II, I was eager to read The War of Words: How America’s GI Journalists Battled Censorship and Propaganda to Help Win World War II. I was not disappointed. The War of Words is a salute to the American spirit and a tribute to the importance of freedom of the press. It is a fascinating and significant contribution to our collective knowledge and understanding of World War II.” —Amy Hill Hearth, New York Times bestselling author of Having Our Say
PICTURE BOOKS
“A Few Beautiful Minutes: Experiencing a Solar Eclipse” by Kate Allen Fox
“Ethan and the Strays” by John Sullivan
CHILDREN’S KIT
“STEM Kit: Earthquakes”
“STEM Kit: Gravity”
“STEM Kit: Light”
“STEM Kit: Rocks and Minerals”
“STEM Kit: Space”
“STEM Kit: Time”
JUVENILE GRAPHIC NOVELS
“Athena and the Lost Magic” by David Chittock — “Athena always knew she was smart and special, but she didn’t realize that she was a goddess! When she’s whisked away to Mount Olympus Academy, she worries about fitting in and dealing with her dad, Zeus. Luckily, she meets the Goddess Girls and finds the best friends she’s ever had.” — Publisher Annotation:
“Enlighten Me” by Minh Le — “By visualizing these stories as games, Bình learns how to rely on his intellect, family, and community to navigate everyday challenges.”―Publishers Weekly, starred review
“Four Eyes” by Rex Ogle & Dave Valeza — “Readers will deeply care for Rex’s journey toward self-acceptance, his familial relationships, and his navigation of a new school environment. The bright, clean art emphasizes the emotional highs and lows… A realistic, funny, and heartfelt framing of the hardships of middle school and fitting in.” — Kirkus Reviews
“Mapmakers and the Lost Magic” by Cameron Chittock — “A quaint tale of courage and friendship brimming with a fruitful sense of whims…. Intriguingly good.” –Kirkus Reviews
“The Bad Guys in Look Who’s Talking” by Aaron Blabey — “This book instantly joins the classic ranks of Captain Underpants and The Stinky Cheese Man. We challenge anyone to read this and keep a straight face.” — Kirkus Reviews, starred review
“The Snowcat Prince” by Dina Norland — “fresh and innovative in its exploration of the lasting power of myth, systemic corruption, and the search for truth […] Purr-fect.” ― Kirkus, Starred Review
YOUNG ADULT NON-FICTION
“Consent: The New Rules of Sex Education: Every Teen’s Guide to Healthy Sexual Relationships” by Jennifer Lang — “Dr. Lang’s book should be required reading for teens, delivering important information about sex in a breezy, friendly, straightforward, and highly accessible way. A must-read for anyone wondering about how to navigate the world of consent in the #metoo era.”—Amy Ziering, filmmaker and producer of The Invisible War and The Hunting Ground