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What better way to celebrate the start of the Paris Olympics than by reading the childhood stories of legendary Olympians?
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For fans of escape rooms, treasure hunts and non-stop action!
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Just in time for your garden harvest, or a trip to the farmers market!
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This gripping teen murder mystery is tense and full of twists, shining an important light on the epidemic of murdered and missing Indigenous women.
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A gripping and dramatic oral account told by the military officials and troops who planned, fought, sacrificed and triumphed on this infamous day.
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This adorably illustrated picture book incorporates cultural competence with a love for nature!
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I mean...who wouldn't fall in love with the ghost of their husband's first wife?
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Surprising, empowering and full of feminine rage!
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Check this book out immediately and make the Strawberry Pistachio Crumble Pie or Blueberry Scones (or anything). Proceed to baked goods euphoria.
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A bittersweet and relatable coming-of-age story addressing themes of bullying, mental health and loss.
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With tech so advanced it's gone from science fiction into science fantasy, this was a space opera I couldn't put down!
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Full of twists and turns. This is not your average teen slasher.
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It's been months and I still cannot stop thinking about this book. Maybe Abernathy vacuumed up all my other memories?
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A charming tale highlighting the different perspectives of a dog and cat on their playful journey home.
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The infographics have beautiful color schemes, making this a visually appealing read.
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Summers are made for going to camp, falling in love and getting to know the long-lost sister your parents kept secret from you.
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A slow and steady burn of tension guiding us through the six months leading up to the Battle of Fort Sumter. Nonfiction storytelling at its finest.
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Moving story of mystery and survival during the man-made Ukrainian famine of the 1930s.
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Upsetting, powerful and so well done. A meticulous, yet approachable peek behind the curtain of monumental events.
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If you think of life as a song, then each multiverse is a variation. Changing one note may alter the melody, but will the chorus remain the same?
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Ordinary women take the stage in this fascinating, intersectional re-examination of Britain's past. Forget about history. It's time for HERstory.
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Mira is my new role model. As a recovering perfectionist, this wonderfully illustrated tale resonated with me in a way few picture books have.
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Looking for a new British cozy mystery series to read this summer? This humorous and highly entertaining debut novel doesn't disappoint!
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A murder in the royal palace, deadly secrets and a splash romance. This historical thriller is perfect for those that love historical teen K-dramas.
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Thoughtful and funny, Gay's essays are a much-needed read on finding joy through community, connection and grief.
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Three escape-room fanatics get trapped in an abandoned 1950s funhouse while searching for treasure-- it's as fun and weird as it sounds!
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See some of the amazing things that somehow survived in the deep ocean. Spanning thousands of years, step into the lives of people long gone.
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Mean Girls meets murder in this classic murder mystery that takes a hard turn into something much darker in the final act.
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Everyone has their favorite teacher. But what happens when that special teacher becomes TOO special... and TOO special turns into OBSESSION!?
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Just in time for summer, this book is a garden of earthly delights created by and for children.
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I have both the book and the audiobook checked out, and one or the other has been open at all times this week. Good luck putting this one down.
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A thrilling ride through the darker side of internet fame. Nora is the Annie Wilkes for the social-media generation.
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A vibrant, searing, trans coming-of-age about running away to home.
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Technically for babies, but grown-ups will love it, too! Drink in images of 18th-century Chinese cats, 4,000-year-old Egyptian shields and more.
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A classic tale of a living bulb of garlic, a vampire that moves in nearby and the undoing of harmful, traditional stereotypes. Who could ask for more?
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Do we need another live recording featuring Coltrane? Listen to this recently found show and you will know that's a ridiculous question.
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All the big high-school-romance feels in this gorgeously written love story about a pink-haired boy who meets a blue-haired boy.
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Don't underestimate retired folks! Maggie would rather be tending her chickens, but someone from her past is trying to kill her.
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Just in time for summer gardening! Pair this delightful picture book with delicious produce.
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A second-chance romance where they actually communicate before the very end? Count me in.
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Why are dragons so cool?! This is a fast-paced adventure set in a Jamaican-inspired world where god-chosen warriors collide with dragon riders.
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A raw and weighty book, which is what makes the read so worth it.
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Irresistibly creepy and oddly comforting, you'll race to the end to find out: what exactly is haunting Violet?
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Wednesday's Child is indeed full of woe, but threading through the sadness is Li's uncanny ability to turn the ordinary extraordinary.
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So sweet and gentle, yet harsh and alluring. Big feels and big sapphic love had me captivated all through the audio!
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Have you ever wondered "what’s wrong with this country?" Well, prepare to be both disheartened and enlightened.
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Everything a kid could want in a book-- plus a little extra. I mean, who doesn't love homework?
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Kristin Hannah is a powerful storyteller! I loved that this novel focused on the importance of female friendship.
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Heavy on the romance and light on the history, this juicy YA Bridgerton will have you swooning!
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Get your fill of nostalgic vibes and behind-the-scenes drama from all your favorite teen hit shows!
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Warning: Your consciousness will get sucked into this amazing sci-fi world. A perfect choice for fans of grim dystopian fiction or The Last Cuentista.
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Perfect for tummy time, Baby will love the full-color and black-and-white images; you'll love that it folds out and stands upright!
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Lush descriptions of bioluminescence and aquatic life juxtaposed with gory details of a whale's digestive system.
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Dutiful prince by day, Paris' most fashionable lady by night! With the power of love and self-acceptance, who says you can't have it all?
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Swim ahead of the tinned-fish trend with this stylishly compact cookbook, perfect for a spring picnic.
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We love a picture book that proves Batman is just as awkward as the rest of us.
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This book can convert anyone into a lover of rom-coms.
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This YA book incorporates gentrification and racism into a skin-crawling, modern thriller.
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An unforgettable debut novel that weaves native tales into a bone-chilling mystery while illuminating the real-life dangers Indigenous women face.
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The illustrations are breathtaking and capture the birds' essence. It's amazing how many birds and how much information this book includes!
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An intriguing and in-depth look into how authorities and loved ones search for those who've gone missing on the PCT. I am not hiking anytime soon!
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What do you do when the person that everyone loves turns out to be the monster that every girl should fear?
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From savory to sweet, this cookbook has fabulous recipes with loads of photographs. Every dish I sampled was delicious!
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An ode to the powers of nature and collective action, with illustrations just as stunning as a real murmuration.
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A dazzling and involving celebration of the past, present and future greatness of women's hoops. Can't wait for the second edition.
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Teenage Chaz would have swooned! OK, adult Chaz also swooned.
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A charming story of a father and son bonding over the eclipse.
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This is the kind of book I wish I had when I was in middle school. It's reflective and empowering, and just so relatable.
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Do yourself a favor and flip straight to the Kentucky Butter Cake on page 197.
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A thoroughly entertaining, addicting read! Come for the heist, stay for the blackmail, betrayal and vampires!
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Reading Julia's perspective gave the world of Orwell's 1984 more depth. This is a must-read for fans of the original.
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Mirror, mirror, on the wall: who's the wiggliest one of all? Find out in this delightfully interactive board book, perfect for busy babies everywhere.
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Having grown up watching Fonzie on "Happy Days" every week, this was a real treat! Perfectamundo!
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A little bit "Ghostbusters" and a little bit "Mean Girls," this ghostly graphic novel brings romance and history to a teen's summer in New Orleans.
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Fun with literature and librarians. Funny, quirky, whimsical and odd. And not necessarily in that order. Enjoy.
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If the kids in your life can't find any books that are sufficiently scary, have them try this one!
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A second-chance romance with a slow burn that will have you ugly crying. Spice level 4/5.
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True love is a boy begging to buy you a rug with flowers on it.
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A spicy romance, cute banter and lots of fun. Bonus points for the audiobook-- it is a delight!
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You and your family will never get enuffalo of this surly, silly Buffalo Fluffalo!
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Finally, financial advice that acknowledges systems of oppression and doesn't berate you for having a fancy coffee every once in a while.
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A cozy, queer rom-com featuring two teens on a mad-dash tour of NYC as they try to figure out what the Universe really has in store for them.
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A novel as dark as the black hole the main character *literally* carries around with her.
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An epic duel between sisters. A story of loss, family and sisterhood. Perfect for fans of Raina Telgemeier.
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Debut and local author Sara Herchenroether has created a stunning cold-case thriller with rich, complex characters. Here's hoping for a sequel!
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Reading an entire book is a challenge for me, so an anthology, such as this, is perfect...particularly when it's well-written and wonderfully weird!
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A 50-year-old secret revealed changes everything for two families. Heartbreaking, beautiful and raw. This little debut packs a big gut punch.
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Don't let the term "easy reader" fool you-- this book is all the proof I need that great, remarkable things come in very small packages.
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Posthumous records are rarely good, but this may be the best Sparklehorse album. Like a departed friend speaking to you one more time.
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A fast-paced true story of teens whose heroism saved hundreds of thousands of lives!
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A beautiful return to the world of Kvothe and the Kingkiller Chronicle while we wait (ever so patiently...) for the third full book in the series.
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I love the art in this graphic novel, which takes you on an adventure with fun and whimsy all along the way!
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Sit, stay and read. "A tail-wagging good time! My hooman learned so many ways to unleash the fun at our house! 4 paw review." - Marco, standard poodle
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1950s San Francisco lights up with love and hardship in this coming-of-age tale.
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The perfect blend of reality, magic and romance. A story that is beautifully paced and wholeheartedly felt.
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Listen, I don't want to go back to middle school, but I sure did love this graphic memoir. Santat perfectly captures those awkward, tender years.
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Every time I think the Bridgerton family can't get more dramatic, Julia Quinn just keeps surprising me.
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Just in time for Lunar New Year and Valentine's Day comes this slow-burn romance that pulled at my heartstrings.
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Celebrates connection among the Black community. Includes decades of knowledge filled with joy, laughter and empowerment.
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Want a break from Nordic noir? Newly translated from Norwegian, this award winner is a beam of light.