ADULT FICTION
“Counting Miracles” by Nicholas Sparks — “The romance between Tanner and the doctor sizzles, and Sparks is a master at creating fully developed, sympathetic characters with complete and compelling backstories. Readers will be drawn into this touching story of hope, faith, and love, and Spark’s many fans will find just what they’re looking for.”—Booklist, starred review
“Funny Story” by Emily Henry — “Bestseller Henry takes on fake-dating in this equally poignant and charming tale of love after loss… Henry perfectly balances sorrow and discord with love and humor, and romance fans will appreciate watching the growth of the characters’ relationships and of Daphne as a person. This is a heartwarming take on summer love.”
—Publishers Weekly
“Here One Moment: A Novel” by Liane Moriarty — “If you knew your future, would you try to fight fate? Aside from a delay, there will be no problems. The flight will be smooth, it will land safely. Everyone who gets on the plane will get off. But almost all of them will be forever changed…” — Publisher Annotation
“Intermezzo” by Sally Rooney — ““Wise, resonant and witty . . . There is so much restraint and melancholy profundity in her prose that when she allows the flood gates to open, the parched reader is willing to be swept out to sea . . . Rooney has an exquisite perceptiveness and a zest for keeping us reading . . . Intermezzo wears its heart on its sleeve.”
―Dwight Garner, The New York Times
“Mighty Red” by Louise Erdich — “[A] finely woven tale of anguish and desire, crimes and healing. With irresistible characters, dramatic predicaments, crisp wit, gorgeously rendered settings, striking ecological facts, and a cosmic dimension, Erdrich’s latest tale of the plains reverberates with arresting revelations.” — Booklist
“Northern Light in Provence” by Elizabeth Birkelund — “Birkelund sets her enchanting tale of love and loss in exotic Greenland and sun-dappled Provence. . . . [She] constructs a rich world replete with real emotional stakes and lovely insights on how translation relates to life. . . . This sumptuous tale deserves a wide audience.” —Publishers Weekly
“Tell Me Everything” by Elizabeth Strout — “A generous, compassionate novel about the human need for connection, understanding and love, and the damage that occurs when those things are denied.”—San Francisco Chronicle
“The Bog Wife” by Kay Chronister — “An immersive, haunting, and compelling tale of a family being crushed by the weight of their secrets and held hostage by their traditions. It’s a lush and uneasy tale that leaves both characters and readers at the mercy of the land itself.” —Booklist
“The Half-Life of Guilt” by Lynn Stegner — “”In this beautiful and layered novel Lynn Stegner takes us on a passionate tour of self-discovery and family history written so closely and with such astonishing sincerity that the entire novel becomes a kind of surprising tenderness. Stegner has the writer’s gift of creating a dear victory from the uneasiness of pristine places. This is a rich, rich book.”–Ron Carlson, author of Return to Oakpine
“The Summer Pact: “ by Emily Griffin — “Want to indulge in juicy, page-turning escapism? The Summer Pact is about a group of friends . . . [and] a reunion tour, a decade after college, inspired by a long-ago promise to turn to one another in times of need. [They] take turns narrating their trip to the Italian island of Capri, where closure may or may not await.”—The New York Times
ADULT MYSTERY
“First Frost: A Longmire Mystery” by Craig Johnson — “Sheriff Walt Longmire tries to manage his increasingly complicated personal life while staving off the violent underworld that is encroaching on the Old West, in the 20th novel of the series following The Longmire Defense.” — Atlas Publishing
“Locked in Pursuit” by Ashley Weaver — “With many well-deployed historical mystery tropes on offer, including a juicy love triangle and a host of elegant gowns, it’s an enjoyable, fast-paced lark. Fans of Susan Elia MacNeal and Rhys Bowen will have fun.” ―Publishers Weekly
“Shattered” by James Patterson — “When his partner and best friend, FBI abduction specialist Emily Parker, is murdered, NYPD master homicide investigator Michael Bennett takes on the most intensely personal investigation of his career.” — Baker & Taylor
“Stargazer” by Anne Hillerman — “It’s been a while since Officer Bernadette Manuelito has seen old roommate Maya, whose enchantment with drugs forced them apart. Now Maya’s brother wants Bernie to find the missing Maya, but Bernie’s husband, Jim Chee-struggling with new job responsibilities-isn’t sure she should investigate. Enter their mentor, the redoubtable Joe Leaphorn.” — Library Journal
“The Grey Wolf” by Louise Penny — “Foiling this sinister plan rests on the actions of a fallible group of mortals who must choose between good and evil, action and inaction, courage and cowardice. The motto on Gamache’s office wall helpfully reminds: ‘Be not afraid.’”―The Wall Street Journal
“Vera Wong’s Unsolicited Advice for Murders” by Jesse Suntanto — “A mystery with warmth, humor, and many descriptions of delicious teas and foods. Recommended for fans of Sutanto and of character-driven cozy mysteries.” — Library Journal, starred review
ADULT NON-FICTION
“Becoming Earth: How Our Planet Came to Life” by Ferris Jabr — “A convincing, mind-opening case that ‘the history of life on Earth is the history of life remaking Earth” —The Atlantic
“DK Italy 2025” by Paula Hardy — “Inside the pages of this Italy travel guide, you’ll discover: Our pick of Italy’s best spots to eat, drink, shop, and stay. Detailed maps and walks make navigating the city easy. Easy-to-follow itineraries to help you plan your trip. Expert advice and travel tips to help you get ready, get around, and stay safe. Color-coded chapters to every part of Italy, from Venice to Rome, and Sicily to Sardinia.” — Penguin Putnam
“Food Gifts: 150 Irresistible Recipes for Crafting Personalized Presents” by Elle Scott — “There’s no more meaningful way to connect with others than to give a personalized food basket or homemade gift! Elle Simone Scott—food stylist, ATK cast member, and author of the best-selling Boards cookbook—expands the boundaries of what food gifts are (endlessly customizable!) and when they can be given (literally, anytime!).” — Amazon.com
“Glorious Lessons: John Trumbull, Painter of the American Revolution” by Richard Brookhiser –“Succinct, both scholarly and direct. . . . Wonderful art history.”—Brian T. Allen, National Review
“How to Love a Forest: The Bittersweet Work of Tending a Changing World” by Ethan Tapper — “Tapper’s writing is eloquent and thoughtful while also being informative and briming with lush descriptions of his work to restore Bear Island…Readers will see forests through new eyes after reading Tapper’s compelling and compassionate call to action.” —Booklist
“How to Winter: Harness Your Mindset to Thrive on Cold, Dark, or Difficult Days” by Kari Leibowitz — “Even the most winter-averse reader will be hard-pressed not to hitch their breath at Leibowitz’s description of sinking into a steaming Japanese bath as the snow begins to fall, or of gazing into a crackling fire as the wind howls outside a traditional thatched cottage in the hinterlands of Scotland. Peppered with activities and tips for incorporating similar comforting winter practices into your own life, How to Winteris a cozy field guide for not just surviving, but flourishing, in the long dark.”—Book Page
“Love in the Age of Loneliness” by Bill Pendergraft — “(Bill Pendergraft’s) second book of poetry, Love in the Age of Loneliness, describes his biophilia, the term coined by Harvard naturalist Edward O. Wilson to describe one’s love of living things; plants, animals and people. His book shares his wide-eyed confrontation with environmental destruction and the loneliness that may be our response. He lives in the Northeast Kingdom of Vermont.” — Amazon.com
“Nexus: A Brief History of Information Networks from the Stone Age to AI” by Yuval Noah Harari — “Nexus is ambitious, bold and at times, unsettling. . . . For anyone interested in the intersection of history, technology and power, Harari once again provokes deep thought.”—The Conversation
“Oath and Honor” by Liz Cheney — “A gripping first-hand account of the January 6th, 2021, insurrection from inside the halls of Congress, from origins to aftermath, as Donald Trump and his enablers betrayed the American people and the Constitution—by the House Republican leader who dared to stand up to it.” — Harper Collins
“Soldiers and Kings: Survival and Hope in the World of Human Smuggling” by Jason De Leon — “A harrowing account of the work of human smugglers in bringing aspirational immigrants to America’s southern border…[and] an exemplary ethnography of central importance to any discussion of immigration policy or reform.”—Kirkus *Starred Review*
“The Ikaria Way: 100 Delicious Plant-Based Recipes Inspired by My Homeland, the Greek Island of Longevit” by Diane Kochilas — “An impressive array of recipes packed with vegetables and herbs known for their wellness benefits… There’s no denying the appeal of many of these meals. This unique vegetarian approach inspires.” ― Publisher’s Weekly
PICTURE BOOK
“Barnaby Unboxed” by Terry Fan
“Du Iz Tak” by Carson Ellis
“Little Ghost Makes a Friend” by Maggie Willis
JUVENILE BIOGRAPHY
“Tomfoolery!: Randolph Caldecott and the Rambunctious Coming-of-Age of Children’s Books” by Michele Markel — “The historical moment of this innovation is captured with verve and verb-forward flourishes in this lively portrait of a person whose illustration style still inspires contemporary picture book creators.” ― Publishers Weekly, Starred Review
JUVENILE GRAPHIC NOVELS
“Alexander Hamilton: The Graphic History of an American Founding Father” by Jonathan Hennessey –“There’s loads to be learned here, and any Hamilton addict will eagerly eat it up. . .worthy of high praise.” —Booklist
JUVENILE NON-FICTION
“Children’s Book of Birdwatching” by Dan Rouse — “A fun, engaging birdwatching book for kids, full of information, activities, and tips on how to spot, identify, and care for birds. ” — Amazon.com
“Starlight Symphony” by Buffy Silverman — “Young readers will be fascinated by the beautiful images of animals; educators and older readers will enjoy the notes in the back matter that provide more specific information about each of the animals, as well as the musical instruments.”―School Library Journal
YOUNG ADULT GRAPHIC FICTION
“Alexander Hamilton: The Graphic History of an American Founding Father” by Jonathan Hennessey — “Unpacking the history behind the high-energy Broadway megahit Hamilton, this focused biography will get teen through adult readers to ask questions about the country’s past and
present.” —Library Journal (Review)