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Best Indie Books of July

FICTION

SHELLBACK

by Jeanne-Marie Osterman

Courageous, insightful, and unsettling poems about war and family ties. Full review >

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FICTION

ONLY SOFIA-ELISABETE

by Robin Elizabeth Kobayashi

A rich, original, and engrossing drama featuring a remarkably engaging hero. Full review >

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FICTION

STELLA ATLANTIS

by Susan Perly

A deeply felt work that shows the magical alchemy of art. Full review >

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FICTION

BLUE AND OTHER STORIES

by William Young

A richly textured, engrossing collection of tales about people discovering who and why they love. Full review >

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TEENS & YOUNG ADULT

A MEMORY OF LIGHT

by Allyson S. Barkley

An understated and atmospheric tale from a strong new voice in the genre. Full review >

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