• Young Adult Fiction

    So You Want to Be a Wizard

    by Diane Duane

    "The is the first in a series of books following two young children and their discovery of magic and its hidden world. "

    -- Charlie, Library Clerk

  • Non-Fiction

    Soul of an Octopus

    by Sy Montgomery

    "A fascinating look into the mysterious world of the octopus. The joy and the compassion with which the author delves into the world of these complex and near alien animals makes this book shine on all levels. "

    -- Amanda, Library Specialist

  • Poetry, Young Adult Fiction

    bookcover for "Starfish" by Lisa Fipps

    Starfish

    by Lisa Fipps

    "A short, powerful book. A great read for anyone who has ever felt like they take up too much space. It proves there is room for everyone!Ian, Resource Sharing Coordinator"

    -- Ian, Resource Sharing Coordinator

  • Science Fiction

    Book cover for "System Collapse" by Martha Wells

    System Collapse

    by Martha Wells

    "The latest book in Martha's Murderbot Diaries series is a spectacular entry in a spectacular series full of Murderbot's iconic snark. This is a book that changed my brain chemistry!"

    -- Reed, Library Specialist

  • Historical Fiction

    The Frozen River by Ariel Lawhon book cover

    The Frozen River

    by Ariel Lawhon

    "Set in Maine, 1789, this story is about a murder mystery & all of the subplots surrounding it. Based on a real life midwife named Martha Ballard, this novel is full of intrigue & suspense."

    -- Tina, Library Specialist

  • Fiction

    The Goldfinch

    by Donna Tartt

    "A remarkable read; part coming-of-age story, part mystery, part rumination on the value of a human life versus the value of art. It is also about loss and grief and loyalty. One of my personal favorites."

    -- Ian, RSC/Bookmobile Driver

  • Fiction

    The Invention of Wings

    by Sue Monk Kidd

    "A breaktaking tale from two different perspectives during a very difficult time in American history. "

    -- Sarah, Community Engagement Coordinator

  • Historical Non-fiction, Non-Fiction

    The Last Royal Rebel

    The Last Royal Rebel

    by Anna Keay

    "An engaging, accessible survey of Restoration England. Timothée Chalamet meets the British Nobility!"

    -- DJ, Library Specialist

  • Historical Fiction, Women's Fiction

    The Many Daughters of Afong Moy

    by Jamie Ford

    "Jamie Ford weaves narratives together between multiple time periods, and multiple characters yet you never feel lost. I couldn't put this down! "

    -- Jake, Communications Coordinator

  • Non-Fiction

    Book Cover for "The Myth of Normal" by Gabor Mate

    The Myth of Normal

    by Gabor Maté

    "An insightful look at the causes of illness - understanding trauma and the connections to physical health."

    -- Susie, Library Director