Today, we’re chatting about a woman who returns to her ancestral home in Iceland to investigate a gruesome murder, a poisoned bride at a lavish destination wedding, and two academic rivals who must compete for a spot on their school’s famous zine. THE LOST HOUSE by Melissa Larsen | 9781250332875 | 1/14/25 SHE DOESN’T HAVE […]
Tag: rom com
Banned Books Week 2024: A Letter to Librarians from Dahlia Adler
In COOL FOR THE SUMMER by Dahlia Adler, Lara finally lands the guy of her dreams, only to have her unexpected(ly female) summer fling transfer to her school. It’s a queer coming-of-age story about self-discovery, taking chances, and finding love where you least expect it. In her letter to librarians, Dahlia […]
Day’s YA: NOT FOR THE FAINT OF HEART
NOT FOR THE FAINT OF HEART by Lex Croucher 9781250847232 11/26/24 Wednesday Books Ages 13-18 E-galley available on Edelweiss and NetGalley This sapphic YA rom-com is a spirited adventure that revisits the timeless tale of Robin Hood with a refreshing twist. Exploring the relationship between Mariel–Robin Hood’s granddaughter–and Clem–an overly-optimistic healer who has a passion […]
Standalones You’ll Want More Of (8/12/24)
There are so many upcoming standalones we’re excited about–from romance, to sci-fi, to mystery, and more! THE CO-OP BY TARAH DEWITT 9781250329387 | 11/12/24 LaRynn Lavigne and Deacon Leeds had one short and contentious summer fling when they were teens—certainly nothing to build a foundation on. But a decade later, when their grandmothers have left […]
For Your Consideration: October 2024 LibraryReads Titles
Download, read, and vote for your favorite October titles for the October 2024 LibraryReads list! VOTES DUE SEPTEMBER 1ST! IF I STOPPED HAUNTING YOU BY COLBY WILKENS | 9781250292902 | 10/15/24 REQUEST ON EDELWEISS AND NETGALLEY “This forced-proximity, enemies-to-lovers romantic comedy has plenty of chills and thrills. Readers will stay up late, with all the […]
Genre Mashups, Pt. 2 (7/18/24)
Check out these genre mashups for your next read! IF I DIG YOU BY COLBY WILKENS | 9781250292933 | 3/25/25 The mashup: romance and action/adventure! Archaeologists Isadora Ross and Louise Morgenstern have been best friends for sixteen years. But ever since Lou went back on a promise, broke off her toxic engagement and took a once-in-a-lifetime […]
Genre Mashups, Pt. 1 (7/17/24)
These satisfying genre mashups offer you a big bang for your buck–from fantasy & mystery to horror & sci-fi, and more! LISTEN TO YOUR SISTER BY NEENA VIEL | 9781250906328 | 2/4/25 The mashup: horror & thriller! 25-year-old Calla Williams is struggling since becoming guardian to her brother, Jamie, who’s usually off getting into mischief. […]
August 2024 LibraryReads List
You voted, they counted, and HOUSE OF GLASS by Sarah Pekkanen, THE DEAD CAT TAIL ASSASSINS by P. Djèlí Clark, and THE BREAK-UP PACT by Emma Lord are LibraryReads picks for August 2024! PLUS, T. KINGFISHER (A SORCERESS COMES TO CALL) AND CASEY MCQUISTON (THE PAIRING) ARE IN THE HALL OF FAME! #1 PICK: HOUSE […]
For Your Consideration: September 2024 LibraryReads Titles
Download, read, and vote for your favorite September titles for the September 2024 LibraryReads list! VOTES DUE AUGUST 1ST! THE NIGHT GUEST BY HILDUR KNÚTSDÓTTIR | 9781250322043 | 9/3/24 REQUEST ON NETGALLEY “Knútsdóttir’s parenthetical asides and idiosyncratic voice create a queasy sense of vertigo as the story unfolds, and the time the narrative takes […]
July 2024 LibraryReads List
You voted, they counted, and THE SPELLSHOP by Sarah Beth Durst and BURY YOUR GAYS by Chuck Tingle are LibraryReads picks for July 2024! #1 PICK: THE SPELLSHOP BY SARAH BETH DURST | 9781250333971 | 7/9/24 “Durst packs her cozy and colorful tale full of sweet magical creatures, including unicorns, winged cats, and friendly tree […]
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