Congrats to Macmillan’s August 2019 Indie Next Listers! THINGS YOU SAVE IN A FIRE by Katherine Center 2 starred reviews! “Center gives readers a sharp and witty exploration of love and forgiveness that is at once insightful, entertaining, and thoroughly addictive.“–Kirkus Reviews, starred review “The follow-up to Center’s breakout hit, HOW TO WALK AWAY (2018), […]
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Four Stars for GIDEON THE NINTH
Swordplay, cut-throat politics, and lesbian necromancers–oh my! Tamsyn Muir’s debut GIDEON THE NINTH now has FOUR starred reviews! “Muir’s debut fuses science fiction, mystery, horror, fantasy, action, adventure, political intrigue, deadly dark humor, and a dash of romance with a healthy serving of skeletons and secrets and the spirit of queer joy. This extraordinary opening […]
Day’s YA – RED, WHITE & ROYAL BLUE
Now that it’s officially summer, I present to you the Ultimate Beach Read. RED, WHITE & ROYAL BLUE by Casey McQuiston9781250316776Available now from St. Martin’s GriffinNew Adult Alex Claremont-Diaz is American royalty. He’s the son of the first female president and rules the White House gossip ring with his sister June and the VP’s granddaughter, […]
For Your Consideration: September 2019 LibraryReads Titles
Download, read, and vote for your favorite September 2019 titles for the September 2019 LibraryReads list! Votes due August 1! DOMINICANA by Angie Cruz “Cruz’s winning novel will linger in the reader’s mind long after the close of the story.”–Publishers Weekly, starred review “A moving, sad, and sometimes disarmingly funny take on migration and the […]
Adult Books for Teens
Booklist has deemed these adult titles to be perfect for teen readers . . . and we agree! NATURALLY TAN by Tan FranceFrom one of the stars of Netflix’s overnight sensation Queer Eye, Tan France’s memoir has his signature wit, style, and tells the origin story of one of the few openly gay, South Asian men […]
Megan Goldin’s Debut THE ESCAPE ROOM is a July 2019 LibraryReads Pick + Linda Castillo Enters the Hall of Fame!
Librarians know best! You’ve chosen Megan Goldin’s THE ESCAPE ROOM as a July 2019 LibraryReads pick! “This novel is pure entertainment… cancel all your plans and call in sick; once you start reading, you’ll be caught in your own escape room–the only key to freedom is turning the last page!”–Kirkus Reviews, starred review “Thriller fans […]
June 2019 Debut Spotlight
Check out these fresh faces (aka debuts) hitting shelves this month! THE HISTORY OF LIVING FOREVER by Jake Wolff June 2019 Indie Next Pick + 2 starred reviews! “The epic sweep and sly humor in the midst of enormous anguish will remind readers of Michael Chabon’s work as they relish this heady exploration of grief, […]
Macmillan Library @ BookExpo: ALMA Book Buzz
Last week, we presented our favorite forthcoming titles during the Adult Library Marketers Association’s [ALMA] Book Buzz, and for anyone who missed out, here’s the goods: AMERICAN DIRT | Jeanine Cummins | 1/21/20 | 9781250209764 | Flatiron Books CILKA’S JOURNEY | Heather Morris | 10/1/19 | 9781250265708 | St. Martin’s Press DEAL WITH THE DEVIL […]
Adult Books for Teens
These adult books are perfect for teen readers! MIDDLEGAME by Seanan McGuireNew York Times bestselling and award-winning author Seanan McGuire introduces readers to a world of amoral alchemy, shadowy organizations, and impossible cities in this standalone fantasy. “Teen McGuire fans admire the substance she brings to her fantasy worlds, and they’ll connect with the story’s […]
For Your Consideration: August 2019 LibraryReads Titles
Download, read, and vote for your favorite August 2019 titles for the August 2019 LibraryReads list! Votes due July 1! THINGS YOU SAVE IN A FIRE by Katherine Center “Center gives readers a sharp and witty exploration of love and forgiveness that is at once insightful, entertaining, and thoroughly addictive.”–Kirkus Reviews, starred review CITY OF […]