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Heartland
"Heartland" arrives in a saturated swirl of inner monologue and devoted observances. The novel’s unnamed narrator grew up in Elmira, a town with distinctive characteristics and a people whose specificity seems to have been cultivated...
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Reign the Earth
Each new twist is a captivating welcome in this first title of an inspiring new series. "Reign the Earth" will lead to both gasps and sighs as its heroine, Shalia, navigates her way in a foreign court with few allies. In order to...
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Keeper
"Keeper" is an inviting step into a strong, magical young woman’s new and exciting journey. "Keeper" is an intriguing Southern Gothic tale about a fantastic, magical world. Lainey Styles is logical and academic; if it doesn’t abide...
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Best Loved Psalms Coloring Book
Interacting with these tranquil scenes makes for a restful pastime. Best Loved Psalms is a peaceful coloring book featuring idyllic nature scenes and soothing psalms. The first half of the coloring book concentrates on animals and nature...
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Sweet Revenge
"Sweet Revenge" is a book on a mission to help teenagers find a way to better express themselves when they are hurt—with dessert! "Sweet Revenge" is a mischievous cookbook that is equal parts gratifying, tempting, and hilarious. A...
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Little Gold
"Little Gold" is a step back in time, into a rich world with complex characters. Thick with British vernacular and a youthful voice, "Little Gold"’s tone immediately transports readers to Brighton, 1982. With its strong writing, it is...
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Ahimsa
Writing is youthful yet complex, and includes wonderful descriptions of India. "Ahimsa" is the story of a young Indian girl, Anjali, whose mother has just joined 1942’s freedom movement, upending her whole world and changing her...
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Those Who Run in the Sky
Inuit culture is presented as complex and fascinating. "Those Who Run in the Sky" is the heartrending and riveting story of a young Inuit boy named Pitu, one of the best hunters in his village with aspirations to be a great leader and...