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August 30, 2019 2:07 PM

If you love Octavia Butler, Colson Whitehead and Toni Morrison

Bookseller Nialle Sylvan says that Rivers Solomon’s novel earns comparisons to some of the biggest names in literature.

by Tracy Mumford

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August 23, 2019 1:43 PM

A girl goes missing, but it's not a mystery

“It is the most surprising book I have read all year,” says bookseller Emilie Sommer.

by Tracy Mumford

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August 16, 2019 4:33 PM

The intricacies of female friendship

Bookseller Annie Metcalf recommends a novel that offers a "sensual and bold exploration of female love and pain and appetite."

by Tracy Mumford

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August 9, 2019 4:08 PM

A very different dragon tale

Think less magic, more Victorian-era memoir. That’s the twist on this fantasy series following the world’s most respected dragon expert.

by Tracy Mumford

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August 2, 2019 4:04 PM

An 'excruciatingly beautiful' novel from a celebrated poet

Aaron Cance says Ocean Vuong’s novel is simply astounding: “Everything else I read for the rest of this year is going to be measured against this novel.”

by Tracy Mumford

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July 26, 2019 4:34 PM

Colson Whitehead's new novel 'is the work of a master'

How does Colson Whitehead follow up his Pulitzer Prize-winning novel? — with an equally stunning story.

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July 19, 2019 11:59 AM

Constantinople; Michelangelo; Elephants

Bookseller Matt Keliher recommends a short summer read by one of France's greatest living writers.

by Tracy Mumford

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July 13, 2019 8:34 PM

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July 12, 2019 1:00 PM

The absurd, hilarious classic you shouldn't skip

Brandy O'Briant first reluctantly picked up "The Master and Margarita" in college, but it's one of the novels she continues to re-read.

by Tracy Mumford

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June 28, 2019 4:01 PM

'Beautiful' essays that address race, family, religion and more

"I feel like everyone can see themselves reflected in this book, but also learn from something completely new," said bookseller Allison Punch.

by Tracy Mumford

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