Based on the true story of the author's family's survival during WWII against unthinkable odds, this historical fiction book will have you crying and cheering at the same time for these characters. It's an emotional read-in the best way-that demonstrates…
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…
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 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 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. …
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 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…
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…
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, 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…