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SCIENCE FICTION & FANTASY

SPELLSLINGER

by Sebastien de Castell

An intriguing system of magic, wry humor, and a twisting plot make for an entertaining series debut. Full review >

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TEENS & YOUNG ADULT

INSIGNIA

by S.J. Kincaid

Derivative and sometimes a little silly, but good fun nevertheless. Full review >

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CHILDREN'S

SAL & GABI BREAK THE UNIVERSE

by Carlos Hernandez

This book, drenched in Cuban Spanish and personality, is a breath of fresh air. Full review >

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TEENS & YOUNG ADULT

THE STAR-TOUCHED QUEEN

by Roshani Chokshi

Richly imagined, deeply mythic, filled with lovely language with violet overtones: this is an author to watch even if she’s... Full review >

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