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Indie Best Books of the Month November

CHILDREN'S

MAMA'S CLOUD

by Jessica Williams illustrated by Mateya Ark

A touching, useful way to approach a difficult issue that should find a home among families, in libraries, and in school... Full review >

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GENESIS

by Bellamy Westbay

Characters continually evolve and astonish in this exceptional supernatural tale. Full review >

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FICTION

THE FLAPPER, THE IMPOSTOR, AND THE STALKER

by Charlene Bell Dietz

A fast-paced historical novel that is both scary and witty, a wonderful combination. Full review >

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FICTION

CHILDREN OF THE WIND

by Ed Sundt

A cleverly plotted and deeply moving work that will likely have readers recommending it to their friends. Full review >

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NONFICTION

FAILING UP

by Barbara Hong

An absorbing, eye-opening narrative about the value of grit and education, sure to inspire a wide audience. Full review >

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