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Happy #PubDay (10/08)
A YA powerhouse makes her adult debut, a book lover in Paris, horror + feminism in a collection of short stories, falling in love with Ireland, alternate universes + stolen identities, and a dilapidated mansion in nineteenth-century Hyde Park. Find it all in today’s #PubDay.
NINTH HOUSE by Leigh Bardugo
An October LibraryReads pick, Indie Next pick, PW Most Anticipated Book of Fall 2019, Kirkus Most Anticipated Fall Fiction + 4 starred reviews!
“Fantasy readers, particularly those who love ghosts, will hungrily devour this novel.”–Publishers Weekly, starred review
“The worldbuilding is rock solid, the plot is propulsive, and readers will be clamoring for a sequel as soon as they read the last page.”–Library Journal, starred review
“Adults are just as enamored of Bardugo’s YA novels as teens are, and many have been anxiously and curiously awaiting this one.”–Booklist, starred review
“With an aura of both enchantment and authenticity, Bardugo’s compulsively readable novel leaves a portal ajar for equally dazzling sequels.”–Kirkus Reviews, starred review
readmoreremoveSneak Peek: November 2019 Indie Next List
Macmillan nabs the #1 pick on the November 2019 Indie Next List!
#1 Pick: IN THE DREAM HOUSE: A Memoir by Carmen Maria Machado
A Fall 2019 Library Journal Editors’ Pick + PW Big Indie Book + a 2020 Carnegie Award Longlister + 3 starred reviews!
“A fiercely honest, imaginatively written, and necessary memoir from one our great young writers.”–Kirkus Reviews, starred review
“Highly recommended to fans of Machado’s fiction and to anyone interested in LGBTQ memoir, domestic abuse, or chilling and precise examinations of human relationships at their worst.”–Booklist, starred review
“Machado has written an affecting, chilling memoir about domestic abuse.”–Publishers Weekly, starred review
Library Journal “Day of Dialog”–Cambridge, Book Buzz (10/3/19)
For anyone who missed our title presentation during Library Journal‘s “Day of Dialog”–Cambridge, here’s the list:
A GOOD NEIGHBORHOOD by Therese Anne Fowler | February 4, 2020 | 9781250237279
THE BOATMAN’S DAUGHTER by Andy Davidson | February 11, 2020 | 9780374538552
THE MIRROR & THE LIGHT by Hilary Mantel | March 10, 2020 | 9780805096606
MISS AUSTEN by Gill Hornby | April 7, 2020 | 9781250252203
HID FROM OUR EYES: A Clare Fergusson/Russ Van Alstyne Mystery by Julia Spencer-Fleming | April 7, 2020 | 9780312606855
YOU ARE NOT ALONE by Greer Hendricks + Sarah Pekkanen | March 3, 2020 | 9781250202031
THE GOD GAME by Danny Tobey | January 7, 2020 | 9781250306142
TAKE ME APART by Sara Sligar | April 28, 2020 | 9780374272616
THE OTHER BENNET SISTER by Janice Hadlow | February 18, 2020 | 9781250129413
SAINT X by Alexis Schaitkin | February 18, 2020 | 9781250219596
SHARKS IN THE TIME OF SAVIORS by Kawai Strong Washburn | March 31, 2020 | 9780374272081
FATHER OF LIONS: One Man’s Remarkable Quest to Save the Mosul Zoo by Louise Callaghan | January 14, 2020 | 9781250248947
GOOD BOY: My Life in Seven Dogs: A Memoir by Jennifer Finney Boylan | April 21, 2020 | 9781250261878
AMERICAN DIRT by Jeanine Cummins | January 21, 2020 | 9781250209764
THE YELLOW BIRD SINGS by Jennifer Rosner | March 3, 2020 | 9781250179760
Forthcoming #FridayReads: SAINT X
Today’s #FridayReads spotlight features Alexis Schaitkin’s psychological drama debut that explores grief, obsession, and the bond between two sisters–welcome to SAINT X.
At the beginning of SAINT X, we meet a family on a luxury vacation in the Caribbean–there’s one 18 year old daughter and one just seven years old. One night the older daughter goes missing, and soon her body is found, with two local men who worked at the resort suspected of the murder, but ultimately released. Flash forward, the younger daughter is now an adult working in publishing in New York City. She gets in a cab one night, and that cab driver is one of the men suspected of her sister’s murder. Bum bum buuuum. She soon spirals into obsession, desperately trying to find out what happened the night of her sister’s death and who her sister really was. This debut will hit both psychological suspense and literary readers, and will definitely be great for book clubs.
Librarian excitement for SAINT X:
Download the SAINT X e-galley from Edelweiss here.
Thriller Thursday (10/03/19)
It’s a Thriller Thursday that’s not to miss with an alternate universe thriller, a Christmas tale with a detective + a puppy, and beers + murders.
EMPIRE OF LIES by Raymond Khoury
“Superior and plausible worldbuilding matches an ingeniously imaginative conceit. This ranks as a classic of the genre.”–Publishers Weekly, starred review
DACHSHUND THROUGH THE SNOW: An Andy Carpenter Mystery by David Rosenfelt
“A strong plot, likable characters, and plenty of wry humor keep the pages turning. Dog lovers won’t want to miss this one.”–Publishers Weekly
readmoreremoveNonfiction Round-Up (10/02/19)
Forming habits…answered, the memoir of an immigrant family’s American Dream, learning the science of reading people’s faces, and a spooky addition to Augusten Burrough’s collection of memoirs. Check it all out in today’s #nonfiction round-up
GOOD HABITS, BAD HABITS: The Science of Making Positive Changes That Stick by Wendy Wood
“Wood’s research and perspective on the malleability of habits will bring hope to any reader looking to create long-term behavioral change.”–Publishers Weekly, starred review
HERE WE ARE: American Dreams, American Nightmares by Aarti Namdev Shahani
“This thought-provoking and thoroughly engrossing memoir offers the story of Shahani’s experience, as well as those of other families who, though they did not find the American Dream, nevertheless found home.”–Library Journal, starred review
readmoreremoveCongrats to Our 2020 Carnegie Award Longlist Titles
The longlist for the ninth annual Andrew Carnegie Medals for Excellence in Fiction and Nonfiction has just been announced, and Macmillan has seven titles in the running!
Nonfiction
LOSING EARTH: A Recent History by Nathaniel Rich
ELDERHOOD: Redefining Aging, Transforming Medicine, Reimagining Life by Louise Aronson
IN THE DREAM HOUSE: A Memoir by Carmen Maria Machado
Fiction
DOMINICANA by Angie Cruz
THE GRAMMARIANS by Cathleen Schine
THE GUEST BOOK by Sarah Blake
LANNY by Max Porter
The six-title shortist will be announced on November 4, and winners revealed during the ALA Midwinter conference on January 26.
Happy #PubDay (10/01/19)
An American Midwest family drama + a new novel from the author of THE TATTOOIST OF AUSCHWITZ + the return of L. Penelope’s Earthsinger, all in this week’s #PubDay celebration.
THE TOPEKA SCHOOL by Ben Lerner
“Autofiction at its smartest and most effective: self-interested, self-interrogating, but never self-involved.”–Kirkus Reviews, starred review
CILKA’S JOURNEY by Heather Morris
“Morris’s propulsive tale shows the goodness that can be found even inside the gulag.”--Publishers Weekly
WHISPERS OF SHADOW & FLAME by L. Penelope
“If you are looking for an epic fantasy to recommend to your patrons, this is the one to pick.”–Booklist, starred review
“This is a wonderful integration of high-stakes epic fantasy intrigue with intimate personal connections.”–Publishers Weekly, starred review
New E-galleys for September 2019
Gird your TBR piles–check out some of the exciting e-galleys that were added to Edelweiss this month for your downloading pleasure:
IN THE SHADOW OF VESUVIUS: A Lady Emily Mystery by Tasha Alexander
Lady Emily and her husband travel to Pompeii, where they uncover a recent crime in the ancient city.
THE JANE AUSTEN SOCIETY by Natalie Jenner
A charming and moving novel that explores the tragedies and triumphs of life, both small and large, and a community that forms around a shared loved of the written word.
PARIS NEVER LEAVES YOU by Ellen Feldman
Alternating between wartime Paris and 1950s New York publishing, PARIS NEVER LEAVES YOU is a compelling story of resilience, love, and impossible choices, exploring how survival never comes without a cost.
Day’s YA – BY ANY MEANS NECESSARY
Beloved Uncles, Bees, and Boyfriends!
BY ANY MEANS NECESSARY by Candice Montgomery
9781624147999
Available October 8, 2019 from Page Street Kids
Ages 14 and up
When Torrey’s favorite Uncle Miles unexpectedly dies, Torrey inherits Miles’ most prized possession: his bee farm. In honor of his dear uncle, Torrey devotes himself wholeheartedly to taking care of the bees. But, as Torrey leaves L.A. to attend SFSU—the first in his family to attend college—he learns of the city’s plans to foreclose on the farm.
While juggling demanding college professors and making new friends (including his first boyfriend!), Torrey is now fighting against the gentrification of his L.A. neighborhood to help protect the bees. Can Torrey successfully balance college life AND save the bee farm?
Torrey’s voice is among the most authentic I’ve read in YA. He is smart, funny, and reading his story feels like talking to a friend. And while his family life is complicated, and battling the city isn’t easy, Torrey remains unapologetically himself—Black, gay, and incredibly passionate about bees.
The novel’s secondary characters are well developed and as enjoyable to get to know as Torrey. There’s Torrey’s roommate, the loyal Desh, and their suitemates, the four Black STEM-focused “no nonsense on every level” young women.There aren’t many college-set YA novels, and BY ANY MEANS NECESSARY is a beautifully diverse addition to this nascent sub-genre.
This book is a brilliant and important exploration of college life, the impact of gentrification, cultural identity, and community. I’d recommend it to everyone, but especially to fans of Nic Stone, Elizabeth Acevedo, Angie Thomas, and Nicola Yoon.
Happy reading!
<3 Emily
Day’s YA Archives:
PLEASE SEND HELP by Gaby Dunn and Allison Raskin (posted 9/13/2019)
THE GRACE YEAR by Kim Liggett (posted 8/30/2019)
THE GIRL THE SEA GAVE BACK by Adrienne Young (posted 8/16/2019)
THE LAST HOPE by Krista and Becca Ritchie (posted 8/2/2019)
HIS HIDEOUS HEART ed. by Dahlia Adler (posted 7/12/2019)
RED, WHITE & ROYAL BLUE by Casey McQuiston (posted 6/28/2019)
FINALE by Stephanie Garber (posted 6/14/2019)
ASK ME ANYTHING by Molly E. Lee (posted 5/17/2019)
AGAIN, BUT BETTER by Christine Riccio (posted 5/3/2019)
BIRTHDAY by Meredith Russo (posted 4/19/2019)
THIS IS NOT A LOVE SCENE by S.C. Megale (posted 4/5/2019)
WICKED SAINTS by Emily A. Duncan (posted 3/22/2019)
ECHO NORTH by Joanna Ruth Meyer (posted 3/8/2019)
YOU’D BE MINE by Erin Hahn (posted 2/22/2019)
TIN HEART by Shivaun Plozza (posted 1/18/2019)
CARRY ON by Rainbow Rowell (posted 1/4/2019)
ENCHANTÉE by Gita Trelease (posted 12/13/2018)
THE GILDED WOLVES by Roshani Chokshi (posted 11/30/2018)
ELEANOR & PARK by Rainbow Rowell (posted 11/8/2018)
IN PARIS WITH YOU by Clémentine Beauvais (posted (10/26/2018)
WONDERFUL FEELS LIKE THIS by Sara Lövestam (posted 10/11/2018)
TEEN TRAILBLAZERS by Jennifer Calvert, illus. by Vesna Asanovic (posted 9/26/2018)
AFTERCARE INSTRUCTIONS by Bonnie Pipkin (posted 9/14/2018)
FLIGHT SEASON by Marie Marquardt (posted 8/23/2018)
UNSTOPPABLE MOSES by Tyler James Smith (posted 8/9/2018)
I DO NOT TRUST YOU by Laura J. Burns & Melinda Metz (posted 7/25/2018)
SADIE by Courtney Summers (posted 7/12/2018)
MIRAGE by Somaiya Daud (posted 6/28/2018)
LEGENDARY by Stephanie Garber (posted 6/15/2018)
THE RAGING ONES by Krista & Becca Ritchie (posted 5/17/2018)
DEAR READER by Mary O’Connell (posted 5/9/2018)
FANGIRL by Rainbow Rowell (posted 4/26/2018)
THIS HEART OF MINE by C.C. Hunter (posted 4/13/2018)
I’M NOT MISSING by Carrie Fountain (posted 3/30/2018)
CHOOSE WONDER OVER WORRY by Amber Rae (posted 3/15/2018)
GIRLS MADE OF SNOW AND GLASS by Melissa Bashardoust (posted 3/1/2018)
IN SIGHT OF STARS by Gae Polisner (posted 2/15/2018)
BRING ME THEIR HEARTS by Sara Wolf (posted 2/1/2018)
CARAVAL by Stephanie Garber (posted 1/18/2018)
HOW I RESIST by Maureen Johnson (posted 1/4/2018)
13 MINUTES by Sarah Pinborough (posted 12/21/2017)
I HATE EVERYONE BUT YOU by Gaby Dunn and Allison Raskin (posted 12/6/2017)
