This Woven Kingdom by Tahereh Mafi Published on March 14, 2024 This novel is a retelling of the classic Cinderella fairy tale. Only in this version, the princess is anything but a damsel in distress. Tagged as: , Reviews
What You Are Looking for Is in the Library Published on March 14, 2024 What You Are Looking for Is in the Library (2023) is a series of vignettes about five people living in Tokyo. Little do the characters know that the discovery of the local Hatori Community House library is about to change their lives. The reference librarian, Ms. Komachi, remains memorable to all who visit. Tagged as: , Reviews
Betting on You by Lynn Painter Published on February 15, 2024 Charlie’s cynicism and endless commentary are the complete opposite to Bailey’s well-behaved temperament, yet as the two spend more time working together, Bailey finds herself looking forward to hanging out and gossiping about the waterpark guests. The pair’s relationship gets even more complicated when the two begin to “fake date” to create tension between Scott and Bailey’s mom. Tagged as: , Reviews
What Happened to Rachel Riley by Claire Swinarski Published on January 26, 2024 Anna Hunt is a new student starting eighth grade at East Middle School in Wisconsin. Anna and her family moved from Chicago to a small town in Wisconsin and Anna, who is bookish and sensitive, is struggling to adjust and make new friends at her school. Tagged as: , Reviews
Layers: a memoir by Penelope Bagieu Published on January 15, 2024 In this illustrated memoir, Penelope Bagieu uses easy to follow illustrations in order to create lively stories that will resonate with many teens covering topics such as loss, self-doubt, family, friendships and much more. Tagged as: , Reviews
The Perfect Neighborhood by Liz Alterman Published on January 04, 2024 Idyllic Oak Hill is the perfect neighborhood. There is not a blade of grass out of place, or so it seems. Families move to Oak Hill because of the tree-lined streets, great schools, and desirable homes. So, when a young boy goes missing on an ordinary afternoon, tensions are high, and accusations begin to fly. Then, as if one missing child isn’t enough, a second child goes missing. Tagged as: , Reviews
Finding My Elf by David Valdes Published on December 13, 2023 “Finding My Elf” reads like a holiday movie where everything seems to be going wrong in the best ways. Valdes’ Christmas romance is perfect for readers looking for something light this holiday season. Tagged as: , Reviews
Frankie's World by Aoife Dooley Published on November 18, 2023 This middle-grade graphic novel introduces readers to Frankie, a sixth grader who lives in Ireland with her mom, step-father, and younger sister. Frankie has always felt a little different from other kids. Tagged as: , Reviews
A Multitude of Dreams by Mara Rutherford Published on November 17, 2023 A Multitude of Dreams is a reimagining of Edgar Allen Poe’s Masque of the Red Death. In Rutherford’s retelling, a mad king closes gates to his castle, trapping nobles and servants inside, in the hopes to prevent a bloody plague from breaching its halls. Tagged as: , Reviews
The Narrow by Kate Alice Marshall Published on October 15, 2023 This ghostly mystery will draw readers into its depths refusing to let go until the very last moment. This novel is perfect for fans of dark academia, or those looking for a haunting Halloween read. Tagged as: , Reviews