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• My Sister, the Serial Killer

  a Novel

  Braithwaite, Oyinkan,

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  Winner: Most Popular Book! "So good! Read this in one sitting." - Mindy R.

• Sorry I'm Late, I Didn't Want to Come [GRPL Book Club]

  One Introvert's Year of Saying Yes

  Pan, Jessica,

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  Winner: Digital Favorite (Non-Fiction). "The amusing anecdotes of an introvert trying to live as an extrovert for a year will resonate with introverts. Laugh out loud funny in some parts." - Lori G.

• What Moves the Dead

  Kingfisher, T.,

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  Most Recommended Author (Adult Fiction). "A retelling of "The Fall of the House of Usher." I liked the inclusion of nonbinary characters in a way that felt perfectly historical. Good for fans of "The Last of Us"" - Misha V.

• Georgie, All Along

  Clayborn, Kate,

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  Winner: Digital Favorite (Fiction). "Sometimes you just need a cozy, easy read. A small-town woman returns from the big city and finds herself becoming entangled with the town's former bad-boy..." - Hannah M.

• A Study in Drowning

  Reid, Ava,

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  Winner: Digital Favorite (Teen Fiction). "This book gives mystery and horror and enemies-to-lovers romance, and psychological thriller all in one. Ava Reid really showcases her mastery of imagery with this one!" - Raven P.

• Yellowface [GRPL Book Club]

  a Novel

  Kuang, R. F. (Rebecca F.),

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  You Liked It So Much, We Made It A Book Club Book (Three Way Tie). "This satire of the publishing world shows how far people will go to achieve success and how easily morals can be set aside for your goals. Gives the reader a lot to think about!" -…Read moreRead more of this annotation

• Remarkably Bright Creatures [GRPL Book Club]

  a Novel

  Van Pelt, Shelby,

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  You Liked It So Much, We Made It A Book Club Book (Three Way Tie). Notable Mention: Book Everyone Thinks Is Non-Fiction, But Isn't. "I was surprised by the narrative structure and the parallel stories. It is a feel-good book with some very lovable…Read moreRead more of this annotation

• The Unmaking of June Farrow [GRPL Book Club]

  a Novel

  Young, Adrienne, 1985-

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  You Liked It So Much, We Made It A Book Club Book (Three Way Tie). "Mysterious and emotional story kept me intrigued until the last chapter. A good mix of time travel and magical realism." - Sasha L.

• Everyone in My Family Has Killed Someone

  a Novel

  Stevenson, Benjamin,

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  Our Favorite Pick (With A Mile-Long Hold List). "When an expert on murder mysteries finds himself caught up in a murder mystery, you're in for some fun. If you like an intrusive narrator I think you'll enjoy this one!" - Andrea C.

• Romantic Comedy

  a Novel

  Sittenfeld, Curtis,

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  Favorite Title: What It Says On The Tin. "Mostly this is just a nice, light romance novel. But what made it extra? The main character is a comedy sketch writer for a weekly live sketch comedy show, "The Night Owls." From the cast to the boss to the…Read moreRead more of this annotation

• Coraline

  Gaiman, Neil,

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  Most Recommended Book/Author For Kids. "The books is surprisingly creepier than the movie, but equally good and possibly better." - Rachel D.

• Fun Home

  a Family Tragicomic

  Bechdel, Alison, 1960-

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  Most Recommended Graphic Novel (Tie). "An amazing story in its own right, and a terrific intro to the work of Alison Bechdel. I loved the artwork, color palette, tone, and chronological execution. I'm looking forward to seeing what she does next. I…Read moreRead more of this annotation

• Gender Queer

  a Memoir

  Kobabe, Maia,

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  Most Recommended Graphic Novel (Tie). "This is a compelling personal story that's highly relatable for those of us who grew up questioning the status quo and examining identity with curiosity." - Allison T.

• Sourdough, Or, Lois and Her Adventures in the Underground Market [GRPL Book Club]

  a Novel

  Sloan, Robin, 1979-

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  Most Recommended Book Club Book. "If you're getting back into reading for fun, this is a good choice! Plus, reading about so much food made me hungry. :)" - Lara M.

• Reasons to Stay Alive

  Haig, Matt, 1975-

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  Most Recommended Author (Adult Nonfiction). "This book gives you a good reminder on why you are needed on this floating island in space." - Rachel D.

• Our Missing Hearts

  a Novel

  Ng, Celeste,

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  Favorite Dystopia. "Bird is the 12 year old narrator asking question everywhere he goes. Where is his mother? Why is is a story she told him as a child so hard to find in the library? Why did his friend disappear and why is his father so worried?" -…Read moreRead more of this annotation

• Tell the Wolves I'm Home

  a Novel

  Brunt, Carol Rifka,

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  Favorite Wolf Book (Metaphorical). "This story is a great coming of age novel that includes both a dynamic story and characters. It is a very well-written novel about jealousy, complicated yet comforting friendship and family. What really makes this…Read moreRead more of this annotation

• Such Sharp Teeth

  a Werewolf Novel

  Harrison, Rachel, 1989-

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  Favorite Wolf Book (Metaphysical). "This is horror done right: cathartic. The potentially-triggering core metaphor (lycanthropy and sexual assault) hits all the right notes, turning a loss-of-self horror story into a testament to female power and…Read moreRead more of this annotation

• Rules for Visiting

  a Novel

  Kane, Jessica Francis, 1971-

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  Favorite Feel-Good Read. "This book makes me want to hug all my friends and buy more plants." - Hannah S.

• Rock Paper Scissors

  a Novel

  Feeney, Alice,

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  Best Snowy-Day Read (Fiction). "I really enjoyed this mystery thriller, especially its rather unique... perspective..." - Sarah N.