IN THE ORBIT OF YOU by Ashley Schumacher97812508860402/19/2024Wednesday BooksAges 13-18 E-galley available on Edelweiss and NetGalley Sam and Nova were the best of friends growing up. They would often play in Nova’s backyard, watching over their town of “Snailopolis” (a miniature city of snails) they’d built together. But Sam’s homelife was always mysterious to Nova–she […]
Reviews and Publicity
Debut Spotlight (11/30/2023)
Today we’re highlighting a stylish, uncommonly clever novel about the things we want and the things we think we want. PIGLET is both an examination of women’s often complicated relationship with food and a celebration of the messes life sometimes makes for us. You won’t believe this is a debut! PIGLET BY LOTTIE HAZELL Available […]
November Nonfiction Round-Up (11/29/2023)
This week, we are highlighting the complexities of crime, parole, and law in America—from the Florida marshlands to the prison-industrial complex. Additionally, for a different perspective, an original dive into comedy and culture, alongside an inspiring account of trans activism, will uplift hearts and minds. GATOR COUNTRY: DECEPTION, DANGER, AND ALLIGATORS IN THE EVERGLADES BY […]
Extra! Extra!: November 2023 Book News
Here are the headlines you may have missed this month. NPR reviewed ABSOLUTION by Alice McDermott The New York Times is diving into Sly Stone’s memoir, THANK YOU (FALETTINME BE MICE ELF AGAIN) The Washington Post is also excited about ABSOLUTION Ben Austen’s CORRECTION: Parole, Prison, and the Possibility of Change is getting the attention […]
3 Stars for GRIEF IS FOR PEOPLE
Sloane Crosley’s GRIEF IS FOR PEOPLE is a deeply moving and surprisingly suspenseful portrait of friendship, and a book about loss packed with verve for life. This poignant elegy is a story of love, loss, and the moments in-between. And now GRIEF IS FOR PEOPLE has received THREE starred reviews! “In this aching meditation on […]
Graphic Novel Roundup (11/28/2023)
We’re immersing ourselves in three great graphic novels today with stories about friendship, identity, and love, an unlikely detective duo, and a monstrous mystery set in a high school! These imaginative novels are picture perfect! AYA: CLAWS COME OUT BY MARGUERITE ABOUET AND CLÉMENT OUBRERIE Available for request on Edelweiss know more. Long-time creative team […]
Holiday-Themed Audiobooks (11/28/23)
Tis the season for listening to festive audiobooks that are sure to put you in the spirit! ‘TWAS THE BITE BEFORE CHRISTMAS: AN ANDY CARPENTER NOVEL BY DAVID ROSENFELT9781250909824 | AVAILABLE NOW Excerpt from the audiobook! BRIGHT LIGHTS, BIG CHRISTMAS BY MARY KAY ANDREWS9781250902474 | AVAILABLE NOW Excerpt from the audiobook! LET IT CROW! LET […]
YA Spotlight (11/27/23)
Today we’re spotlighting a fantasy novel about a teen who finds out they’re a reincarnated god from another world and a historical romance that reimagines the legend of King Arthur. GODLY HEATHENS: AN OUROBOROS NOVEL BY H.E. EDGMON 2 starred reviews! “Edgmon thoughtfully explores issues of agency, identity, and mental illness via an inventive mythology; […]
2024 YA Starred Reviews (so far)
These 2024 YA reads are all pretty stellar, but don’t just take our word for it! A FRAGILE ENCHANTMENT by Allison Saft9781250892836 | Available now (1/2/24) “Saft breathes enchanting life into this Regency-influenced fantasy world, and the intricate worldbuilding and class politics never come at the cost of the romantic leads’ titillating chemistry or the […]
Cookbook Roundup (11/22/23)
We’re getting ready for Thanksgiving today with these delicious cookbooks that are designed to inspire, save time, and indulge cravings! BIG HEART LITTLE STOVE: BRINGING HOME MEALS & MOMENTS FROM THE LOST KITCHEN BY ERIN FRENCH “More than 70 recipes illustrate the down-homieness of French’s cuisine: Gram’s clam dip, chowder, Mediterranean mess salad, farmhouse pie […]
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