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Feb

23

2026

Queen of Faces by Petra Lord

I cannot say enough good things about this book. A stunning debut YA novel. Dark Academia, body swapping, and magical rejection letters. I’ve probably talked your ear off about it last year, but now it’s finally available to buy. –Adam, Sherwood Bookstore, Sherwood, OR Get excited about upcoming books and then follow through with all …

Apr

15

2025

Tilt by Emma Pattee

Tilt plunges into the catastrophic aftermath of a megathrust earthquake, as revealed through the eyes of nine-month pregnant Annie. Physically and mentally exhausted, barely mobile, she is injured and stranded miles from home after the quake. Annie quickly grasps the brutal reality that no one is coming to save her. Walking among the dead and …

May

31

2024

From Shelf Awareness: Elaine U. Cho: A Found Family of Misfits in Space 

From Monday February 5, 2024: Maximum Shelf: Ocean’s Godori Elaine U. Cho‘s debut novel, Ocean’s Godori (Hillman Grad Books/Zando, April 23, 2024), is a rollicking space adventure featuring a brave new world in which a united Korea leads the solar system, but unrest is never far away. When ace pilot Ocean Yoon’s best friend’s life implodes, she’s the …

Feb

5

2024

Cover of We Deserve Monuments-- a young Black woman with curls blowing, sunflowers in the foreground

We Deserve Monuments by Jas Hammonds

Avery hardly knows a thing about her estranged grandmother, Mama Letty. When her family relocates from DC to Georgia, Avery is set on uncovering the unspoken mysteries that tore her family apart– only she has no idea how far back they go. We Deserve Monuments is a phenomenal and emotionally captivating debut that weaves together small town …

Jan

3

2024

That’s Not My Name by Megan Lally

This thriller kept me on my toes the whole time! I loved being in the head of a character with amnesia and trying to figure out what was happening alongside her. I love the twist at the end! –Ann, Beach Books, Seaside, OR Pick books that will keep you up late! Beach Books and other …

Jul

14

2023

Celebrate International Nonbinary People’s Day (July 14)

Bianca Torre Is Afraid of Everything by Justine Pucella Winans I loved every page of this compelling, funny, suspenseful book. Imagine “Rear Window” meets a queer, teen version of “The Lovebirds.” Bianca is endearingly awkward and charmingly honest as a narrator and character, and the good people who enter and stay in Bianca’s orbit are …

Feb

1

2023

Boys I Know by Anna Gracia

There are many paths in life to take, whether it’s the boys you date or the college you choose—and everyone seems to have an opinion on what’s best for June Chu, but she has yet to decide what she thinks is best for herself. Boys I Know is Judy Blume’s Forever for the modern age, carrying with …

Nov

21

2022

Star Knights by Kay Davault

This adventurous graphic novel is perfect for fans of Steven Universe and Cucumber Quest! I adored the illustrations and characters, especially King Stello and Astrid, the cutest spider I’ve ever seen. Star Knights is a delightfully magical journey you’ll definitely want to be a part of! –Andrew King, Secret Garden Books, Seattle, WA Feel the magic at Secret Garden …

Nov

2

2022

Henry Hamlet’s Heart by Rhiannon Wilde

This incredible debut brought music to my brain, sunlight to my vision, and such deep, vibrant, and yearning love to my heart. A simple kissing dare between Henry and his best friend Len opens up feelings of wanting and belonging that neither had realized until that night. With senior year wrapping up, so much is …

Oct

4

2022

Leech by Hiron Ennes

This book has one of the most fascinating narrators I’ve ever read: a multi-conscious, all-knowing parasite posing as the world’s doctors in order to keep its human hosts alive. One such doctor is sent to an old chateau to care for the ills of a decrepit local despot and his family. This post-post-apocalyptic novel is a ton of fun with plenty …

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