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Perfect for fans of Kelly Yang and anyone who needs a reminder that hope and change are within our reach.
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A simple playdate turns into every mother's nightmare. No child, a fake address and a web of lies. You won't be able to put this thriller down!
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Waiter, I'll have the botanical body horror with a side of queer romance. And yes, I'd like it set in a manor haunted by death and carnivorous plants.
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Mark Latham skillfully combines a dark medieval fantasy world with an intricate Sherlockian mystery and well-realized pair of mismatched protagonists.
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Mental health can be a hard topic to bring up, especially with kiddos. This story does it in a gentle and caring way.
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If you like a quick Freida McFadden mystery, but want to trade the cabin in the woods for a mansion, this is the book for you!
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Graveweaver uses edgy artwork, sardonic humor and character chemistry to question what it means to be a sinner in this story of good vs. evil.
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Brené Brown uses her unique brand of research and storytelling to share what daring leadership looks like during times of immense change.
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A reverse parent-trap story set out on the sea!
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Brilliantly composed, Ben Wickey's graphic novel brings the Salem witch trials to life in a way that is both gripping and deeply convicting.
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This one is layered with secrets, lies and love!
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Nobody lives forever, but with these six easy and relatable guidelines you can make the most of the time you do have. And yes there will be ice cream.
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You can never have too many cats... or can you?
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What do you get when you add a grumpy football player, a quirky flamingo zookeeper and a whole lot of witty banter? One hilarious rom-com!
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Plot twists that'll give ya whiplash… what a fun ride!
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You'll want to keep reading to learn all the layers of this family drama.
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Mom problems, pesky little brother, a not-so-secret crush and a recurring nightmare of doom with an unlucky birthday approaching…what could go wrong?
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Hollanov fans will love Tough Guy. It gently addresses mental health and challenges what it means to be masculine. Also, Ilya makes an appearance. ;)
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We love a cozy fantasy. Great for fans of TJ Klune or Travis Baldree. Now, send me off to another universe please!
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Fans of "Downton Abby" or "The Crown:" you're invited to this reverent and often humorous behind-the-scenes of life in service to Elizabeth II's heir.
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Science becomes poetry in this snuggly celebration of the wonders of outer space and the sweetness of solitude.
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A warm blanket of grief. For all the lovers of stories about stories.
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Scheele's green was a highly popular and vibrant color used for clothing and other textiles in the Victorian era. It was made using arsenic. Voilá!
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This book starts at 10 and keeps up the intensity! There are pauses for backstory and then we're back to the chase. Reminded me of early Stephen King.
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A heartwarming and deep story of identity, found family, standing up to hatred, but most of all, hope. A good read for scary season, or any season.
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Party like it's the Gilded Age with this lighthearted biography of the fun, fabulous socialite Mamie Fish.
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How far would you actually go for your "ride or die?"
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This new installment of The Dresden Files does not disappoint as Harry copes with a terrible loss while trying to keep his friends and city safe.
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Cuddle up with this celebration of winter and explore the wonders of nature's light.
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Exactly the sort of escapist adventure I needed to shake off the winter blues.
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Do you have what therapists call a "complicated relationship" with your family? Well, you might just have some feelings about this book.
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Remember to call before you dig!
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Black cowboys! Rattlesnakes! Shootouts! Healing generational trauma! Extreme peril! Don't miss this one!!!
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Incredibly unsettling and deeply beautiful. I'm still thinking about this book months later.
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If you're angry and hungry for justice, this book is for you.
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I was so engrossed in this novel, I burned my frozen pizza.
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Want to read a book about a curious kitten chasing a mouse through works of art? Of course you do!
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If you missed this book's release, it's because there's been a holds list since 2024. No worries! You can cry... I mean, read it on hoopla now.
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Feel festive all year long with this short story collection that celebrates a year's worth of holidays across many cultures.
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I can't say enough good things about this story. The power of queer resilience and love is unmatched.
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Gratz has done it again, folks. I lived on the edge of my seat for the entire last hour of this audiobook!
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Beautiful and searing, El Akkad explores power dynamics and optics in global politics, with a focus on Palestinian struggle.
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A smart, twisty reimagining of Little Women as a gripping murder mystery. Packed with secrets and suspects at every turn. Impossible to put down!
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This cozy little title takes you down imaginative streets and introduces you to heartwarming cats. Definitely a prescription you won't mind filling.
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I love Nieminen's interactive cooking board books so much I've considered buying them for myself. I do not have children. I am 31.
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Buckle up for the wildest ride ever. It's Ready Player One meets The Hunger Games crossed with "Mars Attacks!" Think you know? Think again!!!
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A hard hitting, light sci-fi romance about memory tampering and friendship that is oh so memorable and poignant.
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A tale of contemporary madness that's surreal and alien, and still too close for comfort.
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Fear of failure can be your worst enemy.
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Whether Roman remains in Vietnam or Chinese remains in ancient Ukraine, people build the best life they can wherever they wind up.
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Whether you grew up Catholic, queer, both or neither, this book melds beautiful art, clever imagery and a message of self-love and self-acceptance.
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A fascinating biography of little-remembered Ohio native Helen Gibson, silent film star and first Hollywood stuntwoman.
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A creative child uses art to stand up to real-world problems. This book is a colorful way to teach kids that they have the power to do more.
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I listened to this audiobook while driving in holiday traffic and it was a much-appreciated stress reliever! Nate's easy humor put a smile on my face.
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Go ahead and move to the edge of your seat for this moody and visually stunning thriller that unveils the dark side of secrets, power and obsession.
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A charming, quick read for anyone who loves Jane Austen and wished they could travel back in time to live in her world.
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I love a good "who done it?" mystery and this one kept me guessing up until the very end.
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A bold story of a young woman's fight in an alternate history, told as 10 moments that mirror the Dashavatara, the 10 avatars of Vishnu.
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A cyberpunk dystopia that feels eerily like a possible future. A fun ride, with awesome twists, sets the stage for the first of a new trilogy!
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I read this for the family secrets and coming-of-age story, but stayed for the musical references. Highly suggest pairing with Selena's "Live" album.
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An ode to the possibilities contained in a pine cone.
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For anyone who loves true crime documentaries, pub trivia games or British murder mysteries. Janice Hallett never disappoints!
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Enemies trapped on a dark world realize they may each have what the other needs to escape! A retelling as thrilling as the original-- loved it!
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How do you one-up a gripping novel of an outsider protagonist struggling to find his place? Split him across three worlds and triple his problems!
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Spooky, witty and charming: a perfect story for dark nights and fans of history!
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I plan to reread this every December for the rest of my life.
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This gothic fantasy retelling of "Godfather Death" will keep you guessing who is a friend or foe until the last page, even the main character herself.
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At times mind-numbing and at other times thrilling, just like watching "Big Brother" or "Survivor."
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A seemingly simple tale of enemies-to-friends wrapped up with a bow of heart and humor!
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Born of a fanfiction sensation, Alchemised is a dark and twisted tale of a wartime romance meant to entrance and disturb the reader.
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A YA romance with one of my favorite tropes? Sign me up! I had a great time listening to the audiobook as well.
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An emotional shakedown. Tactile, ethereal, whole. Everything you want a poetry collection to be.
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A group of outcasts must face dragons, sphinxes, unicorns and murderers as they journey to save their world, and maybe, in the process, each other.
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I scream. You scream. Everybody Scream for this perfect album! Flee into the woods and give it a listen!
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Danika Dizon, a tarot reader and aspiring PI, is determined to solve her first case. This book has "Veronica Mars" vibes. Hope it becomes a series!
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Ever wonder what it takes to search for a hiker lost in the wilderness? Experience the race against time with Heartwood!
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Big feelings and big laughs collide when Mei Mei learns a big lesson about guilt and forgiveness.
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If you too have been personally victimized by Greek tragedies and philosophers, you may be entitled to emotional compensation by way of this book.
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A powerful coming-of-age basketball story with a gut-punching twist, where the love of the game becomes a playbook for healing.
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Think the pandemic couldn't have been any worse? Think again.
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Fans of Kelly Yang's Front Desk, Raina Telgemeier's Drama or Megan Wagner Lloyd's Squished: Betty C. Tang has a delivery for you!
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Even if you're not a fan of basketball, Staley has timely assists for you, sent with her singular style. Fans, you'll get buckets of surprises, too!
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Although this is a teen novel, as an adult I think this book spoke to me more now than if I had read it earlier. Angeline Boulley writes beyond age.
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'Tis the time of year again when soups, stews and warm hearty dinners start to have great appeal. Here is a tasty way to get some new and easy ideas.
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Follow this charming little otter through beautiful ocean illustrations, and learn that it's okay to ask for help and that you're not alone.
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BIA archaeologist Syd Walker searches for missing Native women, including her own sister. A twisty, fast-paced thriller with a sequel just released!
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Perfect for scary season!
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Lottie is an 80-year-old firecracker, and serial killer. Yet I would still take her as my grandma.
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This sweet story about time-travelling pen pal letters was a pick-me-up I didn't know I needed. You'll love it!
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What if Dracula was set in space with "Murderbot" as the protagonist? This charming sci-fi romp pits a spaceship’s AI against the infamous vampire.
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When your town's nickname is "Slasherville," you'd better be willing to do whatever it takes to survive living there.
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My favorite historical fiction novel this year! Atmospheric and well researched, Gaynor is a master storyteller.
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The Wild Robot makes her debut to even younger readers. As an adult, this story has moved me in countless ways, making it a must-read for all ages.
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If you're looking for some romantasy brain candy, look no further-- this book is an excellent escape.
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A book for my fellow classical mythology lovers with an explosive ending.
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One of my favorite horror writers does it again! This one is not for the squeamish, but it is definitely for fans of John Carpenter's The Thing.
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This interactive book helps readers learn how to see and connect with the person behind the disability. The illustrations and humor are wonderful.
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A horror novel about birth, without all the trauma. This one kept me guessing until the very end.
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All I've ever wanted is a Lady Zorro. Here she is folks! La angel de Coloma!
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The heroes of this fantasy novel would be the villains in any other... which makes this one a lot more fun. They swear more, too.