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• When the Sky Glows

  Beckerman, Nell Cross, 1973-

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  This is a beautiful and simple fiction story supported by facts about when and how the sky glows because of sunrise and sunset, lightning, rainbows, solar eclipse, volcanoes, fireflies, meteors, auroras and moon. Colorful, bright and…Read moreRead more of this annotation

• Birding With Benefits

  Dubb, Sarah T.,

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  She thinks she's going to be his fake romantic partner. He thinks she's his replacement partner for the annual birding contest. Why not both? This thoughtful, charming romance with two 40+ romantic leads shouldn't be missed. -Sarah S.

• Walk With Me

  New York

  Kaufman, Susan,

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  A love letter to New York City through stunning images of unique doors, store fronts and charming street scenes. The author has included locations and maps of her favorite spots so readers can discover these treasures for themselves. For…Read moreRead more of this annotation

• The Unmothers

  A Novel

  Anderson, Leslie J.

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  A slow burn, haunting folk horror set in a rural town. When journalist Carolyn Marshall receives an assignment to investigate a rumor in the small town of Raeford, where a horse has supposedly given birth to a human baby, she writes it…Read moreRead more of this annotation

• The Girl in the Eagle's Talons

  Smirnoff, Karin, 1964-

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  Readers who’ve enjoyed Stieg Larsson’s Millennium series of “The Girl with the Dragon Tattoo” will enjoy Karin Smirnoff’s newest installment of the series with “The Girl in the Eagle’s Talon”. Lisbeth Salander returns as the main…Read moreRead more of this annotation

• One Sweet Song

  Gopal, Jyoti Rajan,

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  One simple musical note drifting between two buildings evolves into a joyful celebration of music and community. -Erin R.

• Legacy

  Trauma, Story and Indigenous Healing

  Methot, Suzanne, 1968-

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  Legacy by Suzanne Methot was an incredibly enlightening read about intergenerational trauma and the way it affects Indigenous communities. She doesn't shy away from the more "ugly" manifestations of long-term trauma, but never loses her…Read moreRead more of this annotation

• Throne of Glass

  Maas, Sarah J.

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  This is an incredible fantasy series that is captivating, easy to follow and has mind-blowing twists that will make you fly through 7 books. The audiobook versions are especially great! -Jessi S.

• The Truth According to Ember

  Nava, Danica,

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  The Truth According to Ember by Danica Nava is a sweet work place romance with some excellent, silly romcom vibes. It’s also the first traditionally published romance by an Indigenous author. Perfect for fans of Emily Henry, Tessa Bailey…Read moreRead more of this annotation

• Supercommunicators

  How to Unlock the Secret Language of Connection

  Duhigg, Charles,

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  I thought this was a really fascinating nonfiction read on the psychology and techniques behind good communication skills with some useful strategies for everyday use and really interesting stories on where theories were developed. -Kayla…Read moreRead more of this annotation