Stay for a Spell by Amy Coombe
In Stay for a Spell by Amy Coombe, Princess Tanadelle is cursed to remain in a rundown bookshop until she discovers what her heart truly wants. As she finds comfort in books and grows closer to a handsome pirate, she…
Walt Longmire Mysteries by Craig Johnson
I loved the books because you really get to know the characters and their lives. They make you laugh at times and the mysteries are always good. Longmire is always getting himself into trouble while trying to solve the mysteries.…
We Used to Live Here by Marcus Kliewer
We Used to Live Here is a masterfully crafted, labyrinthine, hallucinatory nightmare about a young queer couple, Eve and Charlie, who buy an old Victorian home in the gloomy Pacific Northwest with plans to flip it. The house has beautiful…
The Gown: A Novel of the Royal Wedding by Jennifer Robson
The Gown is a lovely and historic read about women during the desperate days of the late 40's in war beaten Britain. This story of friendship, creativity and the royal wedding of Elizabeth to Philip, is a favorite of mine. …
The One Thing You’d Save by Linda Sue Park
This novel-in-verse shares responses to a question asked to a middle school class - if your house was on fire, what is the one thing you'd save? Their answers make a linked poem that is funny, touching, sincere, and imaginative,…
A Knitter’s Year: 30 Modern Knits for Every Season by Ida Wirak Trettevik
A Knitter's Year: 30 Modern Knits for Every Season is a collection of 30 knitting patterns inspired by Nordic style. The book includes projects for adults and children, from lightweight tops and everyday sweaters to warm jackets, skirts, and cozy…
The Ancient Egyptians by Sarah Ridley (Time-Travel Guides)
Step back in time and explore ancient civilizations with the Time Travel Guides series. This middle grade series is a fun blend of adventure and history that makes learning feel like an exciting journey. Each book is full of colorful…
Martyr! by Kaveh Akbar
An Iranian American young man - a poet and recovering addict - travels to New York City to recover information about his heritage and the meaning of a "good death." I enjoyed this book immensely. Every word was intentional, the…
The Burning Side by Sarah Damoff
The Burning Side, Sarah Damoff’s sophomore novel, is a deeply layered family drama that is tender, heartfelt, and devastating in the best of ways. Damoff has a unique ability to write characters who feel authentic and relatable. The storyline explores…
Bigfoot Adventures by E. Norm Usfoot
Bigfoot loves exploring the world's coolest spots, but he has to stay hidden! Go behind the scenes with Bigfoot in this fun early chapter book series. Each book teaches children real-world facts about the places Bigfoot visits. Your child can…