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The future
By Catherine Leroux. 2024
Longlisted for Canada Reads 2023 One of Tor.com 's Can't Miss Speculative Fiction for Fall 2023 Listed in CBC Books…
Fiction to Read in Fall 2023 One of Kirkus Reviews ' Fall 2023 Big Books By Small Presses A Kirkus Review Work of Translated Fiction To Read Now One of CBC Books Best Books of 2023 In an alternate history in which the French never surrendered Detroit, children protect their own kingdom in the trees. In an alternate history of Detroit, the Motor City was never surrendered to the US. Its residents deal with pollution, poverty, and the legacy of racism—and strange and magical things are happening: children rule over their own kingdom in the trees and burned houses regenerate themselves. When Gloria arrives looking for answers and her missing granddaughters, at first she finds only a hungry mouse in the derelict home where her daughter was murdered. But the neighbours take pity on her and she turns to their resilience and impressive gardens for sustenance. When a strange intuition sends Gloria into the woods of Parc Rouge, where the city's orphaned and abandoned children are rumored to have created their own society, she can't imagine the strength she will find. A richly imagined story of community and a plea for persistence in the face of our uncertain future, The Future is a lyrical testament to the power we hold to protect the people and places we love—togetherRebel Skies (Rebel Skies)
By Ann Sei Lin. 2024
Ann Sei Lin's enchanting and action-packed debut, first in a series, will sweep readers away to an aerial world of…
magic, danger and political intrigue. Perfect for fans of Elizabeth Lim, Kalynn Bayron and the films of Studio Ghibli.Kurara has never known any other life than being a servant onboard the Midori, a flying ship serving the military elite of the Mikoshiman Empire, a vast realm of floating cities. Kurara also has a secret — she can make folded paper figures come to life with a flick of her finger. But when the Midori is attacked and Kurara's secret turns out to be a power treasured across the empire, a gut-wrenching escape leads her to the gruff Himura, who takes her under his wing. Under Himura's tutelage, and with the grudging support and friendship of his crew, Kurara learns to hunt shikigami — wild paper spirits sought after by the Princess of Mikoshima.But what does the princess really want with the shikigami? Are they merely enchanted figures without will or thought, or are they beings with souls and minds of their own? As fractures begin to appear both across the empire and within Kurara's understanding of herself, Kurara will have to decide who she can trust. Her fate, and the fate of her friends — and even the world — may rest on her choice. And time is running out.Asha and Baz Meet Mary Sherman Morgan (G - Reference,information And Interdisciplinary Subjects Ser.)
By Caroline Fernandez. 2022
A CCBC Best Books for Kids and Teens pick!Asha and Baz have a paper rocket to launch! Whoever builds the…
rocket that travels the farthest will get to meet astronaut Chris Hadfield. The only problem is Asha and Baz don’t know how to power their rocket. Stuck and unsure, the kids brainstorm by drawing a rocket in the sand using a stick. But this is a very unusual stick. In fact, it’s a magic stick! And it transports them back in time to meet a person who might be able to help them with their rocket problem: scientist Mary Sherman Morgan.Autumn princess, dragon child (Tale of the Shikanoko #2)
By Lian Hearn. 2016
In book two of Lian Hearn's Tale of Shikanoko series, a self-assured warrior stumbles into a game of Go that…
turns fatal. An ambitious lord leaves his nephew for dead and seizes his lands. A stubborn father forces his son to give up his wife to his older brother. A powerful priest meddles in the succession to the Lotus Throne. A woman of the Old People seeks five fathers for her five children, who will go on to found the Spider Tribe and direct the fate of the countryReckoner rises: Volume 1, Breakdown (The reckoner Rises Ser. #1)
By David Robertson. 2020
Acclaimed writer, David A. Robertson, delivers suspense, adventure, and humour in this stunningly illustrated graphic novel continuation of The Reckoner…
trilogy. Cole and Eva arrive in Winnipeg intent on destroying Mihko Laboratories. Their plans change when a new threat surfaces, and Cole has terrifying visions. Are these just troubled dreams or are they leading him to a terrifying truth? Will Eva be able to harness her powers to continue the investigation without him?Adherent
By Chris W Kim. 2023
The residents of an isolated village in a dreamlike world scavenge for supplies in the surrounding forest, collecting scattered items…
left over from a long time past. No one strays far from this community, fearing what may lie beyond it. When they find a stack of notebooks by an unknown author, a young villager becomes obsessed with their contents. She sets out on a quest to find the writer. As she ventures into the unknown, she discovers a world both barren and increasingly complex. The closer she gets to her goal, the more she realizes that the encounter she's been seeking probably won't be what she wanted. --back coverThe Reckoner rises: Volume 2, Version control
By David Robertson. 2022
"With Cole barely clinging to life, Eva fearlessly takes the lead to investigate Mihko's horrific experiments. But where's Brady? After…
learning that Mihko reinstated the Reckoner Initiative, Cole and Eva confront Mihko head-on. But a vicious battle with Mihko's newest test subject leaves Cole close to death, and Eva must continue their investigation without him. With Brady missing and Cole in recovery, Eva is on her own. When Eva stumbles across Mihko's secret laboratory, she finds her worst nightmares come to life. What new terrors has Mihko created? And can Eva find Brady before it's too late?"--Back coverWicked Bite (Dark Protectors: The Witch Enforcers #5)
By Rebecca Zanetti. 2017
A witch shakes up the world of a shapeshifting biker in this paranormal romance by the New York Times–bestselling author of…
the Dark Protectors series. If you love the Dark Protectors, these wicked hot Realm Enforcers are for you! As she hunts for a drug lord killing her fellow witches, all Nessa Lansa&’s instincts point to the Grizzly motorcycle club. That might be because their leader, Bear, is the strong, silent shifter type: warm brown eyes and more muscle and alpha male than any woman can ignore. Which makes Nessa&’s plan to seduce and betray him all the more dangerous… Bear doesn&’t trust the curvy, blue-eyed witch. But Nessa can heal the injuries that sap his strength. And since he can&’t stop thinking of her lush body and teasing smile, her plan to mate him to reclaim her own power is highly tempting. Just one problem. Once a desire this wild is loose, no one will ever control it…. &“Zanetti hits a home run with this one. The steam level will appeal to fans of Christine Feehan and Nalini Singh.&”—Library Journal &“I think you will love this roller coaster ride with this seemingly mismatched couple, who are in truth exactly what the other needs.&”—Fresh Fiction—Kate Douglas on Fated &“Sizzling sex scenes and a memorable cast.&”—Publishers Weekly on Claimed &“A fast-paced, excitement-filled explosion of action… Zanetti keeps getting better.&”–RT Book Reviews on Marked, 4.5 Stars Top PickWicked Kiss (Dark Protectors: The Witch Enforcers #4)
By Rebecca Zanetti. 2017
A woman in search of answers gets kidnapped by a sexy witch enforcer in this paranormal romance by the New York Times–bestselling…
author of Fated.If you love the Dark Protectors, these wicked hot Realm Enforcers are for you!Working as an informant for the DEA, Victoria Monzelle is used to living on the edge. But she&’s not a big fan of getting kidnapped. And definitely not by a bunch of bad boy witches with fancy-colored fire to shoot at people. So when Adam Dunne shows up and claims to be a witch enforcer, she&’s not going to put her life in his hands based on his word, no matter how smooth and smart and beautifully Irish his words sound. But on the run from a tribunal of witches, she isn&’t going to make it far… Before she knows it, Adam&’s word is all that stands between her and execution. Sophisticated, just-gotta-ruffle-him Adam has vowed to make her his one eternal mate, wild and unpredictable as she is—to save her from a sentence of certain death. But Tori isn&’t interested in being anyone&’s pity date. And if they think she&’s unpredictable now, they should see what&’s coming next….Praise for the Realm Enforcers series&“Zanetti gives paranormal a sexy MC twist!&”—Joanna Wylde, New York Times–bestselling author on Wicked Burn&“The steam level will appeal to fans of Christine Feehan and Nalini Singh.&”—Library Journal on Wicked BiteSuper Chill: A Year of Living Anxiously
By Adam Ellis. 2018
Adam&’s comics deal with weightier topics like seasonal affective disorder and struggles with self-esteem, while also touching on the silly…
and absurd—like his brief, but intense obsession with crystals. With a bright, positive outlook and a sense of humor, Super Chill tells a story that is both highly relatable and intensely personal.The Book of Dead Birds: A Novel
By Gayle Brandeis. 2000
“Lyrical, imaginative, beautifully crafted, and deeply intelligent. Before anything else, its characters take you by the heart.” — Barbara Kingsolver“[It]…
has an edgy beauty that enhances perfectly the seriousness of its contents.” — Toni Morrison“THE BOOK OF DEAD BIRDS is a story of healing--a skillful, textured weaving of dark and light.” — Donna M. Gershten, author of KISSING THE VIRGIN'S MOUTH“The plight of the mother and daughter is … heartbreaking.” — Kirkus Reviews“A moving and perceptive first novel.” — O magazine“Brandeis’s writing is sensitive, lyrical and diverse.” — Milwaukee Journal Sentinel“A uniquely inventive novel.” — Rocky Mountain News“Intricate and elegant ... a novel that illustrates a compelling search for meaning that is ultimately familiar.” — Denver Post“Moving … powerful and strangely interesting.” — St. Louis Post-Dispatch“An emotional story forged in crystalline prose.” — Bust Magazine“[A] vivid tale of a woman learning to save and cherish life.” — San Francisco ChronicleThe Book of Onions: Comics to Make You Cry Laughing and Cry Crying
By Jake Thompson. 2018
Ranging from the relatable to the utterly nonsensical and bizarre, The Book of Onions focuses on themes of loneliness, desperation, and…
failure. And misplaced optimism. And perverted talking fruit. Sort of like Gary Larson&’s &“The Far Side,&” if Gary were way less accomplished and suffered from depression.BB3X: Baby Blues: The Third Decade (Baby Blues Collection #37)
By Rick Kirkman, Jerry Scott. 2020
BB3X is a special Baby Blues treasury that celebrates three decades of one of the most heartwarming, funny, and true-to-life…
depictions of raising children ever seen in the funny pages. In addition to a year's worth of Baby Blues comics, this special collection sheds light on the unique collaborative process of Rick Kirkman and Jerry Scott, whose cartooning magic has helped transform some of the most stressful moments in life into some of the most hilarious. The book includes a forward from Rick, a reflection by Jerry, and a special "scrapbook" section of archival photographs, memorabilia, and illustrations from the duo's three decades of Baby Blues collaboration.When Sharks Attack With Kindness
By Andrés J. Colmenares. 2021
This hardcover collection features the cute, uplifting and ingenious aquatic cartoons of Andrés Colmenares, the creator of Wawawiwa Comics, followed…
by millions of fans around the globe. While sharks are one of the ocean&’s deadliest predators, these sharks can smell insecurity, doubt, and gloom, and are quick to strike — with kindness, cuteness, and positivity!When Sharks Attack With Kindness includes a QR code linking to a special instrumental soundtrack for audiences to enjoy while reading the book.The Stepmother: A Novel
By Carrie Adams. 2009
“A refreshingly honest, realistic, and clever look at family, love, and the tangling up of several lives. You will laugh…
and nod your head in recognition, all while racing through the pages to see how it comes together. I absolutely adored this book!” — Kate Jacobs, bestselling author of The Friday Night Knitting Club and Knit Two“Alternating between Tessa’s and Bea’s viewpoints, this fun sequel to The Godmother is a well- written, punchy fairy tale of a story. Highly recommended.” — Library Journal“[A] terrific novel...In The Stepmother, by Carrie Adams, Bea has to learn how to accept her ex’s soon-to-be second wife while she struggles to get over him, deal with her daughters, and get a life.” — Parenting Magazine“Adams follows up 2006’s The Godmother with a perceptive chick noir... Particularly refreshing...Fans of Marian Keyes and Emily Giffin will enjoy Adam’s engrossing second outing.” — Publishers Weekly“Adams injects her romantic soap opera with large dollops of pathos, culminating in a fairy-tale ending to this enjoyable and uplifting read.” — BooklistFalcon Quinn and the Black Mirror (Falcon Quinn Ser. #1)
By Jennifer Finney Boylan. 2010
Thirteen-year-old Falcon Quinn and his neighbors, Max and Megan, board bus number 13 for school on an ordinary day in…
Cold River, Maine. Only the bus doesn't take its ordinary route, and Falcon and his friends soon find themselves in an extraordinary place—on Shadow Island, at the Academy for Monsters.With a student body stranger than the cast of any monster movie Falcon has ever seen, the academy is home to creatures and oddities of all kinds. In the academy's atmosphere, Falcon's friends begin to unleash and enjoy their monster natures, from flying with Pearl, La Chupakabra, to decaying with the "Zombie Snap." Falcon has always felt different, with his one bright blue eye and one shadow-black eye, but is he really a monster? Will he discover the other thing that makes him different when he finds himself in the Black Mirror? And when he learns that the school's mission is to teach students to hide their aberrant natures, Falcon and his friends need to find a way to fight back for their monster selves.Bestselling author Jennifer Finney Boylan introduces Falcon, Max, Megan, and their band of monster friends in this first installment of a hair-raising and sidesplitting adventure of monstrous proportions.Twilight: A Novel
By Katherine Mosby. 2005
“...finely wrought prose and unexpectedly moving portrait of a woman who loses her privileges and finds herself.” — Kirkus Reviews“Captivating...Lovely…
language and lively characters.” — Salon.com“Intensely romantic. . . . Beautiful, full of rich, carefully chosen metaphors.” — Washington Post Book World“Lyrical . . . moody, atmospheric . . . rich with a sense of longing . . . dark, seductive and worth visiting.” — People (Three stars)“A deceptively simple and tender novel...the story of a young American woman who (risks) everything for illicit love.” — Seattle Times“Readers who appreciate poetic language and psychologically complex portraits…will savor this.” — Richmond Times-Dispatch“Impeccably rendered...Elegant, perceptive prose...Eloquence is paired with incisive content.” — The Economist“Mosby has a true storyteller’s voice.” — Boston Globe“Mosby writes with fluid grace…her images are magical.” — People“Tremendously ambitious...and impressive.” — The New YorkerThe Ringer: A Novel
By Bill Scheft. 1973
“Bill Scheft’s novel produces the kind of explosive laughs that can create an unsanitary condition.” — Jeffrey Toobin“A moving story…
about love between wounded souls that will linger in the mind far longer than the laughs.” — Bruce McCall“Bill Scheft has written a delightful first novel....The Ringer is a funny, big-hearted book.” — Tom Perrotta“Funny, insightful, and profound....I’m outraged.” — Larry David“Damn funny, and ultimately moving. Four stars.” — Maxim“Has to be the summer’s funniest novel....Fast moving fiction at its swiftest.” — Trenton NJ Times“Scheft keeps the material coming at machine-gun pace....the jokes are plentiful and very high in quality.” — New York Times Book ReviewSecrets of the Sea: A Novel
By Nicholas Shakespeare. 2008
“Shakespeare, a master craftsman, pulls the narrative string and his beguiling story is complete, as intricate and miraculous as a…
ship in a bottle.” — Los Angeles Times Book Review“His mastery shines through his characters...” — Time Out Chicago“…quiet and moving…trouble, as ever, is in the offing, and when it arrives, Shakespeare allows it to run its natural course without dipping into melodrama. Expertly crafted, the novel illuminates love’s craggy depths.” — Publishers Weekly“I read it with complete absorption, wholly immersed in its world. It has a palpability and veracity which is quite mesmerising. A tremendous piece of work.” — William Boyd, award-winning author of The Blue Afternoon and Restless“Masterful...The delicate account of [two lovers’] coming together and drifting apart...A work of rare beauty. ” — Financial Times“Gripping...subtle but arresting.” — The Times (London)Lost City Radio: A Novel
By Daniel Alarcon. 2007
For ten years, Norma has been the on-air voice of consolation and hope for the Indians in the mountains and…
the poor from the barrios—a people broken by war's violence. As the host of Lost City Radio, she reads the names of those who have disappeared—those whom the furiously expanding city has swallowed. Through her efforts lovers are reunited and the lost are found. But in the aftermath of the decadelong bloody civil conflict, her own life is about to forever change—thanks to the arrival of a young boy from the jungle who provides a cryptic clue to the fate of Norma's vanished husband.