15 Books With Word-of-Mouth Buzz

by Alexandra Andrews

Terrific characters, vivid settings, and a deliciously dastardly, cunningly constructed plot. Full review >

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by Brandon Hobson

A slim yet wise novel boils profound questions down to its final word: "Home." Full review >

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by Yaniv Iczkovits

As witty as it is wise, Iczkovits’ novel is a profoundly moving caper through the Russian empire. Full review >

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by Dantiel W. Moniz

Dark and lushly layered, these stories will bewitch you. Full review >

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by Stephen Davies

A rising, rousing bout fueled by brains, brawn, and belligerency. Full review >

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by Safia Elhillo

Movingly unravels themes of belonging, Islamophobia, and the interlocking oppressions thrust upon immigrant women. Full review >

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by Kelly Loy Gilbert

Beautifully, achingly cathartic. Full review >

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by Stan Stanley ; illustrated by Stan Stanley

A noir fantasy—part adventure, part love story, all the way spectacularly creepy. Full review >

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by Daphne A. Brooks

A sui generis and essential work on Black music culture destined to launch future investigations. Full review >

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by Elizabeth A. Povinelli illustrated by Elizabeth A. Povinelli

An inspired use of the graphic format to weave a narrative with a power beyond words alone. Full review >

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by Dale Maharidge

A sharp wake-up call to heed the new Depression and to recognize the humanity of those hit hardest. Full review >

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by Annie Barrows ; illustrated by Sophie Blackall

The final, delicious entry in a much-loved series. Full review >

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by Terry Catasús Jennings ; illustrated by Fátima Anaya

A charming adventure that will encourage kids to become knights in their own communities as well. Full review >

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by Christine Day

An insightful, stirring read about healing and resilience. Full review >

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by Onjali Q. Raúf

Empowering. Full review >

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