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BURY YOUR GAYS BY CHUCK TINGLE | 9781250874658 | 7/9/24
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“Captivating and creative, Tingle continues breathing new life into old tropes with a gory examination of art and the lives that fuel it.”–Library Journal, starred review
“Tingle’s effortless narrative flows from an uneasy tone that steadily builds to full-on, existential terror, along the way taking readers on a highly entertaining, fast-paced ride, filled with thought-provoking satire, original monsters, and some of the most realistic characters they will encounter on any page, all to prove that love is real and horror itself is, at its core, a celebration of life.”–Booklist, starred review
“Tingle’s vivid, visceral storytelling combines with prescient insight into the corporate dynamics that rule mainstream media. The result is smart, subtle, and a bloody good time.”–Publishers Weekly, starred review
MASQUERADE BY O.O. SANGOYOMI | 9781250904294 | 7/2/24
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2 starred reviews!
“Sangoyomi’s debut novel, a loose retelling of the myth of Persephone…paints a vibrant picture of the people, the colors, and the sights of the era for the reader. And nothing is better imagined than the character Òdòdó, a female blacksmith by trade… Her growth into a leader is the highlight of the novel.”–Booklist, starred review
“Richly detailed worldbuilding and inspiration from the Persephone myth all lend to a layered, immersive storyline in Sangoyomi’s debut.”–Library Journal, starred review
THE WEST PASSAGE BY JARED PECHACEK | 9781250884831 | 7/16/24
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“Pechaček is unafraid to mix sweet whimsy with horror, which keeps readers’ tension high as they’re immersed in this fearsomely lovely realm.”–Library Journal, starred review
THE WEDDING PEOPLE BY ALISON ESPACH | 9781250899576 | 7/30/24
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“Witty dialogue is just a bonus in this engrossing read centering on complex women making life-changing decisions. Recommend to readers who enjoy Sally Rooney, Curtis Sittenfeld, or Elizabeth Berg.”–Library Journal, starred review
NE’ER DUKE WELL BY ALEXANDRA VASTI | 9781250910943 | 7/23/24
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“The plot feels fresh and exciting with tension and tenderness stemming from Selina’s dual identity and Kent’s dedication to his tween siblings. As hot as it is heartfelt, this will have historical romance fans hooked.”–Publishers Weekly, starred review
HATE TO FAKE IT TO YOU BY AMANDA SELLET | 9781250906243 | 7/16/24
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“With faux lovers, real feelings, hidden agendas, and imaginary lifestyles crashing together, hijinks quickly ensue… In her first romance book geared to adults, Sellet captures the banter and antics of an old Hollywood screwball romantic comedy while bringing the North Shore of Oahu to life. A perfect beach read.”–Library Journal, starred review
THE SKY ON FIRE BY JENN LYONS | 9781250342003 | 7/9/24
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“[The] on-ramp to the novel’s main action builds the world with Lyon’s usual flair for setting details, multiple plot threads, and characters with diverse sexualities. Lyons’s latest will add to the dragon frenzy while also appealing to readers who enjoy heist stories and action-packed fantasy.”–Library Journal
OFF THE BOOKS BY SOMA MEI SHENG FRAZIER | 9781250872715 | 7/30/24
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“The character work is top-notch, as Frazier shows how Mĕi offers Anna the kind of support she wished her own mother had provided, and the narrative structure (each chapter recounts a different leg of the journey) creates plenty of forward momentum. It’s a fresh take on the classic American road novel.”–Publishers Weekly
TROUBLE IN QUEENSTOWN BY DELIA PITTS | 9781250904218 | 7/16/24
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“[PI Vandy Myrick’s] loved ones and life are threatened when she investigates [recent murders], but she’s determined to find the answers in a case that reeks of racism and political corruption… [Pitts] introduces another damaged character in an intriguing private eye story that examines family and roots.”–Library Journal
THE SPELLSHOP BY SARAH BETH DURST | 9781250333971 | 7/9/24
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“Durst packs her cozy and colorful tale full of sweet magical creatures, including unicorns, winged cats, and friendly tree sprits that manifest as bears, and her diverse supporting cast exudes a near-uniform air of kindness… [Readers] who come for the cheery aesthetic and celebration of everyday successes…will find this utterly delightful.”–Publishers Weekly
THE HAUNTING OF HECATE CAVENDISH BY PAULA BRACKSTON | 9781250284020 | 7/23/24
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Hecate has just started a new job as an assistant librarian at the city cathedral’s library, where wisdom and secrets have been guarded for centuries. Little does Hecate know, there are lost souls waiting for her in the haunted cathedral–some will become her dearest friends, but others will put her in great peril, and threaten the lives of everyone she loves.
HUMOR ME BY CAT SHOOK | 9781250904713 | 7/9/24
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Presley Fry has been an assistant for The Late Night Show for way too long, but she’s absolutely in love with the NYC stand-up comedy scene. As Presley grapples with the recent loss of her mom and finds her people among those who seek out comedy to make the world a bit brighter, readers are reminded that friendship can emerge from where you least expect it, and that shared laughter can ease some of the deepest pain.
LENNY MARKS GETS AWAY WITH MURDER BY KERRYN MAYNE | 9781250340108 | 7/9/24
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Lenny Marks is never unprepared. She spends her days teaching at the local elementary school and her nights watching reruns of Friends and playing Scrabble against an imaginary Monica Geller. And Lenny is very good at not remembering what happened the day her mother left. Until a letter from the parole board arrives in the mail. When her desperate attempts to ignore it fail, Lenny starts to unravel.
PEN PAL BY J.T. GEISSINGER | 9781250346681 | 7/2/24
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When a woman receives a mysterious letter on the same day she buries her husband that simply says “I’ll wait forever if I have to,” she writes back to the stranger and soon starts exchanging letters with him regularly. Until one day she learns something about him she could have never guessed.
ONE BIG HAPPY FAMILY BY JAMIE DAY | 9781250283207 | 7/16/24
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When the Bishop sisters descend upon the family-owned Precipice Hotel after the death of their father, chambermaid Charley Kelly worries about her fate. Will they close the hotel? Fire her? Learn of her habit of pilfering from guests? Or even worse, learn that she’s hiding a woman on the run? With a hurricane looming and the Bishop sisters closing in, this one weekend could be the death of all of them.
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