“With a profound respect for the intellect of children and their openness to the world, both real and imagined, Mac Barnett has written a love letter to not only children’s literature, but to childhood as well,” said Diane Capriola of Little Shop of Stories in Decatur, Georgia.
“Yesteryear is a thoughtful look behind the curtain at carefully curated social media influencers. Like Natalie’s staff, I didn’t care for her ‘perfect life’ but I couldn’t quit reading this story. Hard to believe this is a debut,” said Angela Sides of Monkey and Dog Books in Fort Worth, Texas.
“B. K. Borison totally nails it again! Jackson and Delilah are so different on the outside, but deep down, they both want to be needed and hope to care for someone else. Enjoyable and super entertaining,” said Michelle Whittaker of Fonts Books in McLean, Virginia.
“I read The Lions’ Run with my heart in my throat the entire time. It’s a story of bravery, of courage, of hope — that the smallest act can make a difference. What a gorgeous historical novel. This is Sara Pennypacker at her best,” said Cathy Berner of Blue Willow Bookshop in Houston, TX.
“A thoughtful reflection on whether we are due absolution for our misdeeds in life, delivered in Saunders’ classic voice, with humor, twists, and a deeper look at the impact of corporate greed on our world,” said Christine Bell of Roundabout Books in Bend, Oregon.
“What a magical adventure we take with Rita on her boring day! This story is a testament to how creativity comes from boredom. Wonderful illustrations and an engaging, silly story,” said Karlie Martens of Novel Bay Booksellers in Sturgeon Bay, Wisconsin.
“What an incredible ride! The First Time I Saw Him is the sequel to The Last Thing He Told Me. This is an exciting, action-packed novel that kept me on the edge of my seat rooting for Hannah the entire way,” said Kathy Morrison of Newtown Bookshop in Newtown, Pennsylvania.
“A couple is desperate to move out of their cramped apartment and into a home to start a family. The wife gets creative in her bid not to let the next house get away. Best Offer Wins will have you flipping pages as quickly as the houses flip in this darkly hilarious novel,” said Mary O'Malley of Skylark Bookshop in Columbia, Missouri.
“Catherine Newman might just be the funniest fiction writer working today. If you fell hard for Rocky and her family in Sandwich, then prepare yourself for yet another rollicking, rich literary meal,” said Rosamond Kreshak-Hayden of Broadside Bookshop in Northampton, Massachusetts.
“Lily King shows us that not all love stories are linear. Despite the best intentions, sometimes the universe intervenes. What we choose to do with what the world throws at us defines who we are,” said Kate Czyzewski of Thunder Road Books in Spring Lake, New Jersey.
