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THE OFFICE OF HISTORICAL CORRECTIONSNecessary narratives, brilliantly crafted. Full review >
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NIGHTS WHEN NOTHING HAPPENEDby Simon Han
An astutely realized portrait of the collateral damage wrought by the pursuit of the American dream. Full review >
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COLLECTED STORIESSharply intelligent, nuanced, precise, and subtly hilarious. Full review >
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THE ORCHARDby David Hopen
A captivating Jewish twist on the classic American campus novel. Full review >
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SOMEWHERE IN THE UNKNOWN WORLDA potent lesson in empathy that is all the more powerful for never presenting itself as a lesson. Full review >
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DOLLY PARTON, SONGTELLERby Dolly Parton with Robert K. Oermann
A splashy, entertaining guide to the lyrics of one of the most popular musicians of our time. Full review >
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SEVEN AND A HALF LESSONS ABOUT THE BRAINOutstanding popular science. Full review >
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WE KEEP THE DEAD CLOSEby Becky Cooper
An intricately crafted and suspenseful book sure to please any fan of true crime—and plenty of readers beyond. Full review >
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REBEL SISTERSA thought-provoking, action-packed addition to the series. Full review >
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THE WAY BACKSteeped in the rich traditions of ghost stories and Jewish folklore, this remarkable feat of storytelling is sure to delight. Full review >
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SUPER FAKE LOVE SONGby David Yoon
A clever, hilarious, and empathetic look at diverse teens exploring authenticity, identities, and code-switching. Full review >
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THIS IS YOUR TIMEby Ruby Bridges
Essential reading for all ages. Full review >
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SERENA SAYSA delightful multicultural narrative that spotlights friendship and self-awareness. Full review >
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CAVE PAINTINGSby Jairo Buitrago ; illustrated by Rafael Yockteng ; translated by Elisa Amado
Celebrated collaborators deliver another thoughtful delight, revealing how “making marks” links us across time and space. Full review >
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RISE OF THE HALFLING KINGby David Bowles ; illustrated by Charlene Bowles
An unmissable adventure of mythical proportions. Full review >
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