A big thank you to all who attended last week’s ALMA Book Buzz! In case you missed it, check out the titles we talked about below, and click know more or below to watch the recording! DEEP FREEZE by Michael C. Grumley | 9781250898685 | 1/9/24THE LONGEST AUTUMN by Amy Avery | 9781250896490 | 1/16/24NO […]
Tag: Xochitl Gonzalez
New Edelweiss E-galleys (8/14/23)
Hello e-galley readers! Check out some of the exciting e-galleys that were recently added to Edelweiss for your downloading pleasure: BEING HENRY by Henry Winkler9781250888099 | 10/31/23 Henry Winkler, launched into prominence as “The Fonz” in the beloved Happy Days, has transcended the role that made him who he is. Brilliant, funny, and widely-regarded as the […]
One City One Book Recommendations: Families
If you run a One City, One Book program and are looking for stories about families, we’ve got you covered! For even more recommendations, check out this post and this Edelweiss catalog. PIECES OF BLUE by Holly Goldberg Sloan9781250847317Trade paperback available 8/6/2024 From New York Times bestselling author Holly Goldberg Sloan, a compelling and heartfelt […]
Chicago Public Library’s Best Books of 2022
Chicago Public Library has announced its Best Books of 2022, and Macmillan has 12 books on the list, along with two in the top ten! In the Top Ten: THE BOOK OF GOOSE by Yiyun LiOLGA DIES DREAMING by Xochitl Gonzalez VIRAL UNDERCLASS: The Human Toll When Inequality and Disease Collide by Steven W. ThrasherBLISS […]
Kirkus Best of 2022
Feast your eyes on Kirkus‘ Best Books of 2022! Best Fiction THE CHRISTIE AFFAIR by Nina de GramontIF I SURVIVE YOU by Jonathan EscofferyOLGA DIES DREAMING by Xochitl GonzalezTHE KINGDOM OF SAND by Andrew HolleranTHE BOOK OF GOOSE by Yiyun LiDEVIL HOUSE by John Darnielle IF AN EGYPTIAN CANNOT SPEAK ENGLISH by Noor NagaDR. NO […]
Hispanic Heritage Month Spotlight (10/14/22)
Happy Hispanic Heritage Month! From September 15 to October 15, we paid tribute to the contributions, influence, history, and culture of Hispanic and Latinx Americans. Check out some of our favorite titles to celebrate! DOMINICANA BY ANGIE CRUZ 3 starred reviews and an Indie Next pick! “This stirring immigration story is Cruz’s breakout book; it should […]
A Letter to Librarians from Xochitl Gonzalez
In OLGA DIES DREAMING, Xochitl Gonzalez follows the life of Olga and her family, against the backdrop of New York City in the months following the most devastating hurricane in Puerto Rico’s history. Today, Xochitl joins us with a letter to librarians to share how it feels to have her book in the hands of others. […]
Kirkus’ 40 Most Anticipated Books of 2022
The smart folks at Kirkus Reviews have picked the 40 books you’ll want on your shelves this year, and four Macmillan titles made the cut! OLGA DIES DREAMING by Xochitl GonzalezDEVIL HOUSE by John DarnielleHOW WE CAN WIN: Race, History and Changing the Money Game That’s Rigged by Kimberly JonesWHAT IT TOOK TO WIN: A History of the Democratic Party by Michael Kazin […]
Debut Spotlight (1/4/22)
We’re kicking off 2022 with a couple exciting debuts featuring a status-driven wedding planner who has to learn what it really means to weather a storm and a thrilling story of fame, fortune, and the blurred lines between fact and fiction. OLGA DIES DREAMING by Xochitl Gonzalez An Indie Next pick! “Warmhearted but tough-minded story […]
Sneak Peek: January 2022 Indie Next List
The January 2022 Indie Next list features 5 Macmillan titles! OLGA DIES DREAMING by Xochitl GonzalezISBN 9781250786173 | on sale 1/4/22 “Warmhearted but tough-minded story of a sister and brother grappling with identity, family, and life goals in gentrifying Brooklyn… Atmospheric, intelligent, and well informed: an impressive debut.”–Kirkus Reviews, starred review A FLICKER IN THE […]