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SCIENCE FICTION & FANTASY
LHOSAAn enthralling coming-of-age story that unfolds in a land both strange and recognizable. Full review >
FULL REVIEW >MYSTERY & DETECTIVE
CENTRAL CITYby Indy Perro
A somber, moody, and absorbing mystery/thriller. Full review >
FULL REVIEW >FICTION
DOWNHILL FASTReaders will find this crackerjack thriller hard to put down. Full review >
FULL REVIEW >NONFICTION
CULTURE IS THE BASSNicely orchestrated and well-executed business advice. Full review >
FULL REVIEW >FICTION
WINNERS AND LOSERSby Art Hartz ; illustrated by Aleksandar Jovic , Mike Wolfe & Heroud Ramos
A mixed bag of gags and witticisms revealing the hollowness of both victory and defeat. Full review >
FULL REVIEW >NONFICTION
OUR AUTUMN YEARSby Arthur Hartz ; illustrated by Aleksandar Jovic , Michael Wolfe & Heroud Ramos
An often upbeat set of spirited senior reflections. Full review >
FULL REVIEW >by Mike Nemeth
A precise, elaborate tale that shows just how menacing a family’s history can be. Full review >
FULL REVIEW >TEENS & YOUNG ADULT
BLOWING IN THE WINDby John Murnane
A thoughtful and entertaining coming-of-age tale with a vibrant setting. Full review >
FULL REVIEW >BIOGRAPHY & MEMOIR
WHAT A BODY REMEMBERSAn honest, nuanced look at what it means to carry on after a traumatic event. Full review >
FULL REVIEW >FICTION
PLEASE WRITEAn engaging reflection on friendship during turbulent times. Full review >
FULL REVIEW >FICTION
BLINDING FEARby Bruce Roland
An impressive, enterprising effort by an author with verve and imagination to spare. Full review >
FULL REVIEW >FICTION
MERCILESS WORLDby Bruce Roland
Another thrilling space adventure anchored by a daring duo on land and in the sky. Full review >
FULL REVIEW >THRILLER & SUSPENSE
MEMORIES: FORGOTTEN BUT NOT GONEA bracing combination of bureaucracy bashing and mystical mystery. Full review >
FULL REVIEW >CHILDREN'S
FRIENDS COUNTby Lori Brown ; illustrated by Julianna Harvey
A pleasant outdoor adventure with a calm animal cast and an easy introduction to numbers. Full review >
FULL REVIEW >CHILDREN'S
PUANANI AND THE VOLCANOby Jo Ann Jeffries ; illustrated by Lydia and Isaia of Worlds Beyond Art
For high drama, look elsewhere—but a diverse cast and contemporary setting set this book apart from other volcano books. Full review >
FULL REVIEW >FICTION
BELOVED MOTHERby Laura Hunter
A haunting, slow-burn intergenerational family saga. Full review >
FULL REVIEW >FICTION
SOARING CRIMSON TALESQuietly absorbing tales with indelible characters. Full review >
FULL REVIEW >THRILLER & SUSPENSE
TROPICAL DECEPTIONA pleasant and well-executed crime drama. Full review >
FULL REVIEW >NONFICTION
RUN, WALK, CRAWLA brave, soul-searching firsthand account of the risks and rewards of caregiving. Full review >
FULL REVIEW >NONFICTION
CONFIDENCE LOST CONFIDENCE FOUNDA compassionate and energizing guide full of confidence-building ideas. Full review >
FULL REVIEW >CHILDREN'S
ACHOO! ACHOO! I'VE GOT THE FLUby Andie Michaels , illustrated by Mark Hernandez
A cleverly funny animal tale with giggleworthy illustrations. Full review >
FULL REVIEW >CHILDREN'S
SQUIRE WITH FIREby Joseph Cassis ; illustrated by Joseph Cassis
A long but sometimes-delightful illustrated work for young readers. Full review >
FULL REVIEW >CHILDREN'S
LOULOU BROWN LOVES TO READby Deborah Bernard ; illustrated by Mark Brayer
Young book lovers will recognize a kindred spirit in this lively tale. Full review >
FULL REVIEW >SCIENCE FICTION & FANTASY
SUFFERBORNby J.C. Hartcarver ; illustrated by J.C. Hartcarver
A grand epic that delivers exceptional characters, magic, and romance. Full review >
FULL REVIEW >FICTION
MANGO RAINSby Anne H. Oman
An engaging, disturbing tale of love, loss, and human frailties set against cross-cultural conflicts. Full review >
FULL REVIEW >CHILDREN'S
BOON ON THE MOONby John Huddles
Exemplary characters enliven a comical lunar romp. Full review >
FULL REVIEW >CHILDREN'S
THE BLAMELESSA heartwarming and innocent upper-middle-grade fantasy. Full review >
FULL REVIEW >Recent News & Features
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