So Many Ways to Be a Bird by Constance Anderson, illustrated by the author, is an engaging and informative exploration of bird diversity. This charming book highlights key adaptations that set different bird species apart, such as size, feet, flight, nests, eggs, hatchlings, beaks, and vocalizations, each presented over a spread or two. The final […]
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Bigfoot’s existence might be uncertain, but the appeal of this novel is undeniable. Hallie Barrett isn’t one to believe in cryptids or conspiracy theories, but her new web series co-host may just make her a believer—in love, at least. After her toxic ex-partner cuts her from their joint project, Hallie has to pitch a fresh
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A compelling and innovative take on Black family history, blending historical romance with fantasy. This novel presents an intriguing mix of historical romance and fantasy, suggesting that time travel may provide a path to heal generational trauma. “My family tree has poisoned roots,” Cecily Bridge-Davis states at the opening of this haunting tale, centered on
A gripping, vividly depicted tale of revenge. A young woman wrongfully imprisoned for murder embarks on a quest for vengeance, aided by a new ally and powerful, perilous magic. Dania has spent nearly a year in prison, framed for a murder she didn’t commit. In her solitude, her anger has grown, fueling her plans for
A heartfelt and sincere look at a family navigating life’s hardships. In this contemporary novel set in the affluent fictional town of Evans Beach, near Portland, Maine, a teen unexpectedly becomes the caregiver for her nephews. Seventeen-year-old Hannah Lynn has grown up with her absent-minded yet loving father, who works for the local public works
A haunting dark academia tale. When college freshman Adria “Addie” Velde arrives at the University of the Arches, her mother’s California alma mater, she anticipates new beginnings but instead uncovers eerie mysteries. Addie, haunted by strange memories and her mother’s distant behavior, soon finds her college escape turning into a dark descent. The campus is
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A haunting and beautifully crafted tale of confronting trauma, woven through a subtle supernatural lens. Teenager Chase becomes convinced that she must protect her sister from a dark presence lurking in the woods. Seventeen-year-old Chase, her 10-year-old sister, Guthrie, and their parents have been traveling for years in their converted school bus, or “skoolie.” Since
Norman’s latest offering is a thrilling double-feature, perfect for readers who enjoy a touch of peril. This two-part narrative weaves a multigenerational saga centered on resilient women confronting life-threatening challenges. Harriet Yorke’s father, Peter, inherited Calla House from his family but decides to give the spacious Belsize Park residence to his daughter after purchasing a
