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Obsessive, satirical and sensual, American Spirits is the tale of a boldly reckless pop star, Blue Velour. Blue is at the top of her game, ready to launch a new tour, but it's 2020, and the oncoming threat of an unknown pandemic wrecks Blue's plans. Instead of setting out on a small-town tour across rural America, Blue is forced to retreat to the redwoods with her newly acquired assistant and (secret) fan, Rose. Ignoring the chaos and death happening in the outside world around her, Blue starts work on a new album, with her longtime producer and oft-rumored lover, Sasha, along with the new presence of Rose. At first glance, Rose is just Blue's assistant, but look again and she's gradually blossoming into her own musical talent, artfully tended to by Sasha. The mayhem and manipulation this love triangle creates pushes the last third of the book to a propulsively inevitable finish. Written for the burnt-out cynics as well as the eternally hopeful fangirls, American Spirits is just waiting for you to fall under the spell of its haunting dreamlike narrative.Obsessive, satirical and sensual, American Spirits is the tale of a boldly reckless pop star, Blue Velour. Blue is at the top of her game, ready to launch a new tour, but it's 2020, and the oncoming threat of an unknown pandemic wrecks Blue's plans.…
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Vera Van Vulkenburgh has a secret, but you'd never guess it to look at her. Vera cannot die, in spite of multiple attempts. At the eternal age of 26, she has moved back to her Appalachian home to finally try to find out why. If she can find out the why, maybe she can reverse it, and maybe she'll finally get the peace she craves. Unsurprisingly, Vera isn't the only one drawn to the hollow with hopes of discovering the secret of immortality. A "Tuck Everlasting for adults" description is apt here, yet Vera is grown and has fully lived all of her 188 years and seeks a deeper truth. The Fountain is a stark but ultimately hopeful ballad about remembering why, in the end, it isn't how much time we possess that matters, it's what we do with it.Vera Van Vulkenburgh has a secret, but you'd never guess it to look at her. Vera cannot die, in spite of multiple attempts. At the eternal age of 26, she has moved back to her Appalachian home to finally try to find out why. If she can find out the…
Added Jun 01, 2026
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Foley's slender debut is centered on Agatha, an artist in her 60s who resides in a hand-built cabin in rural New Mexico and is very loosely based on minimalist painter Agnes Martin. Agatha is reclusive and difficult but cares deeply for her romantic partner, Alice, who is struggling with dementia. Agatha pleads with Alice to move into her cabin, but Alice insists she cannot leave her daughter, Lorna, who is buried in the backyard of her home. There's also Alice's son, Frank Jr., who disapproves of Agatha and wants his mother to move into a care facility in Taos. Although Agatha's recalcitrant personality has alienated most around her, she shares a precarious but affectionate relationship with an ambitious art scholar, Veronica, who admires her art and wants to write a book about her. Agatha's closest companion, apart from Alice, is a 13-year-old boy, Josey, who hangs around and does odd jobs for Alice. Agatha's fixation on moving Alice to her cabin involves some secretive and peculiar machinations that move the plot along, but the star of this story is the oddly charming and intriguing protagonist, unlikeable as she is. It's an excellent and engaging character study.Foley's slender debut is centered on Agatha, an artist in her 60s who resides in a hand-built cabin in rural New Mexico and is very loosely based on minimalist painter Agnes Martin. Agatha is reclusive and difficult but cares deeply for her romantic…
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Everyone's heard of Mad Mabel, the youngest Australian ever to be convicted of murder - at the age of fifteen. But what connection could that gruesome history possibly have with Elsie Fitzpatrick, a quiet, long-term resident of peaceful Kenny Lane? Only Elsie knows. Two events threaten to upheave the placid existence Elsie has built for herself in her new life. 1) Elsie's (slightly older) neighbor is found dead by none other than Elsie herself. 2) Persephone, a curious, new (and much younger) neighbor, persistently wiggles her way past Elsie's carefully built barriers. When a pair of YouTubers track her down and want to interview her, Elsie finally decides to shed some light on how she first got the villainous moniker and how she started over in an attempt to leave "Mad Mabel" behind. Alternating between Elsie's present and Mable's past, this is less a thriller about a killer past her prime and more the story of a reticent, resilient survivor of a terrible childhood. Bittersweet, surprisingly funny and resonant.Everyone's heard of Mad Mabel, the youngest Australian ever to be convicted of murder - at the age of fifteen. But what connection could that gruesome history possibly have with Elsie Fitzpatrick, a quiet, long-term resident of peaceful Kenny Lane?…
Added Jun 01, 2026
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Stuart, the Scottish author of Shuggie Bain and Young Mungo, returns with another fresh and audacious work of fiction. In early 90s, Cal, a young gay art school graduate, struggles to pay his debt in post-Thatcher Scotland. When his strict, sometimes abusive, Presbyterian father John asks him to come home to help mind his ailing grandmother, Cal reluctantly decides to return to his repressive but starkly beautiful rural home in the Hebrides and, at least for the time being, return to a life of raising sheep and weaving tweed. His parents have been divorced for some time, and the novel turns on an ever-shifting network of relationships in this small community of family and neighbors, rife with secrets. Drawing for inspiration partly on the tumultuous, melodramatic vein of Thomas Hardy, Stuart turns out a page-turning potboiler with twists that are by turns tragic and triumphant.Stuart, the Scottish author of Shuggie Bain and Young Mungo, returns with another fresh and audacious work of fiction. In early 90s, Cal, a young gay art school graduate, struggles to pay his debt in post-Thatcher Scotland. When his strict,…
London FallingLondon Falling, BookA Mysterious Death in A Gilded City and A Family's Search for Truth
by Keefe, Patrick RaddenBook, 2026Book, 2026
Added Jun 01, 2026
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In November 2019, 19-year-old Zac Bettler jumped to his death in the River Thames from the balcony of a luxury apartment in London. His grieving parents were devastated and utterly perplexed. Their search for answers led only to more questions, as they uncovered relationships their son had with an underground gangster and a shady businessman, all while posing as the son of a Russian oligarch named Zac Ismailov. Keefe, an investigate journalist whose star has been rising in recent years, has a knack for writing fascinating and multifaceted nonfiction narratives. Here Keefe takes the mysterious death of Zac Bettler and casts a wide lens on contemporary London, a city that harbors a large community of corrupt Russian oligarchs and a woefully deficient justice system. Keefe works alongside Zac's parents to try to understand their son, who invented an entire life they were unaware of, and the nature of his puzzling death. Fans of Keefe and those interested in investigative journalism won't want to miss this enthralling work that is on par with his blockbuster Say Nothing. He's a storyteller of unparalleled skill.In November 2019, 19-year-old Zac Bettler jumped to his death in the River Thames from the balcony of a luxury apartment in London. His grieving parents were devastated and utterly perplexed. Their search for answers led only to more questions, as…
Added Jun 01, 2026
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Set in the spring of 2007, Gonzalez's novel follows Alicia Canales Forten, a young woman whose future seems neatly mapped out: an upcoming wedding to a future doctor, a copywriting job at an ad agency, and a life lived carefully according to expectations. But when she starts spending nights out in Brooklyn with her coworker Lorraine, Alicia is drawn into the vibrant, chaotic orbit of artists, musicians, and the magnetic up-and-coming fashion designer known as La Garza. As Alicia becomes entangled in La Garza's world, the novel offers a vivid portrait of Fort Greene at a pivotal moment - when gentrification is reshaping the neighborhood and long-standing communities feel the pressure of change. Gonzalez blends sharp dialogue, unforgettable characters, and a keen eye for the politics of class, race, and belonging. This novel is perfect for readers who enjoy New York stories, fiction about friendship and reinvention, and multicultural and multigenerational storytelling.Set in the spring of 2007, Gonzalez's novel follows Alicia Canales Forten, a young woman whose future seems neatly mapped out: an upcoming wedding to a future doctor, a copywriting job at an ad agency, and a life lived carefully according to…
I Know A Place: Rest Stop And Other Dark DetoursI Know A Place: Rest Stop And Other Dark Detours, Paperback
by Cassidy, NatPaperback, 20260505Paperback, 20260505
Added Jun 01, 2026
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This collection of short stories, with an emphatically glowing introduction from Stephen King, covers a broad spectrum of the horror genre. The title, "I Know a Place," takes what should be a common phrase and lends it a menacing air. The places Nat Cassidy wants to take the reader to, in stories set against ordinary backdrops like the backroom of a bar or a doctor's office, are where events unfold that are most certainly not ordinary. Starting with a gory novella about a musician on a road trip, who is trapped inside a gas station bathroom as increasingly horrifying things drop in from the ceiling, the tales are creepy with multiple unexpected twists. While fans of Cassidy's novels may be expecting more supernatural monsters, these tales are rooted in the psychology of the human mind. Rather than jumping at shadows, this book will leave the reader second-guessing harmless things once taken for granted, like an Elf on the Shelf, the morning announcements at school or the history of the Beatles.This collection of short stories, with an emphatically glowing introduction from Stephen King, covers a broad spectrum of the horror genre. The title, "I Know a Place," takes what should be a common phrase and lends it a menacing air. The places Nat…
Planet MoneyPlanet Money, BookA Guide to the Economic Forces That Shape your Life
by Mayyasi, AlexBook, 2026Book, 2026
Added Jun 01, 2026
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In this debut book by award-winning NPR podcast Planet Money, Mayyasi uses their extensive episodes as a base to tell eclectic, engaging and informative stories that illuminate the economics of everyday life. The podcast started in 2008 in the aftermath of the Great Recession, and the cast of cohosts have made it their mission to use their expertise to make economic ideas accessible to everyone. Readers will be entertained while learning about such subjects as the economic value of weekends, the market forces behind food pantries, how I Love Lucy created TV as we know it, the reason affordable housing is so hard to find, how credit card points actually work, why childcare remains so expensive while the price of goods tends to go down, how dating can be explained by economics, and much more. The relatable human interest stories and mix of educational and whimsical illustrations will resonate with fans of the podcast and newcomers alike. Recommended for NPR listeners and those who are curious about economics as a tool for learning more about the world.In this debut book by award-winning NPR podcast Planet Money, Mayyasi uses their extensive episodes as a base to tell eclectic, engaging and informative stories that illuminate the economics of everyday life. The podcast started in 2008 in the…
Added Jun 01, 2026
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This standalone novel in the award-winning Imperial Radch universe is both a treat for fans and a great pickup for curious sci-fi readers who enjoy detailed, imaginative world-building. The capital city of a remote planet, colonized by the Radch thirty years ago, has been suddenly cut off from outside communication and travel. This crisis is driven by both cultural and individual choices and the conflicts they create, cascading in a domino effect to a tragically avoidable catastrophe that shapes the future of the planet and potentially the galaxy. Feuding religious sects, posturing political figureheads, a fugitive indentured servant assigned to guard a mysterious mute woman, an AI warship trying to express its personhood, and a colonial governor struggling to maintain order over a society she doesn't understand all collide in a meticulously constructed drama. Though a little slow to get going because of how much groundwork it has to lay, the story's payoff will satisfy loyal series readers along with anyone who wants to imagine what happens when an empire falls.This standalone novel in the award-winning Imperial Radch universe is both a treat for fans and a great pickup for curious sci-fi readers who enjoy detailed, imaginative world-building. The capital city of a remote planet, colonized by the Radch…
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Kawakami's dark coming-of-age novel explores relationships between women in desperate circumstances, and the rigidity of class structures that keep those living in poverty invisible to those with money and status. Hana is fifteen and poor in the late 90s, living with her negligent mother in a seedy Tokyo neighborhood. After her mother's lame boyfriend Snoozy disappears with the money Hana has earned diligently waiting tables, the sudden appearance of her mother's friend Kimiko is the nudge Hana needs to escape from her rut. Kimiko and Hana begin living together and become closer, though Kimiko is guarded. When an opportunity to take over a run down bar arises, Kimiko and Hana step up. Naming the bar Lemon to bring luck associated with the color yellow, Hana throws herself into the daily tasks of running the bar, mastering the financial and logistical aspects, though she's underage and this is technically illegal. At first Hana revels in the new social circle and purpose she has gained through her work at Lemon. But as Hana becomes more integral to the bar, she realizes that she's unwittingly become enmeshed with organized crime. As the cash profits from the bar continue to accrue in the shoebox hidden in her closet, she buts up against an impenetrable emotional wall around Kimiko. Hana's anxiety grows and she feels more isolated, desperate and driven to illegal means to survive. Hana's naive, matter-of-fact voice almost allows the reader to forget that she's a child ensnared in an adult world. Fans of the noir genre will appreciate this gripping depiction of the Tokyo underworld.Kawakami's dark coming-of-age novel explores relationships between women in desperate circumstances, and the rigidity of class structures that keep those living in poverty invisible to those with money and status. Hana is fifteen and poor in the…
Added Jun 01, 2026
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In this immersive historical fantasy set in WWII-era London, Iris Hawkins is a plucky, ambitious secretary at a financial firm. The novel opens in August of 1939, and a feverish pre-war energy is palpable. At a bar where an alternative film is projected amid conversation of imminent war and the possibilities of the brand-new medium of television, Iris meets young BBC engineer Geoffrey and his co-worker Lall, a small, sour woman with Nazi sympathies. Later that evening, Iris goes home with the callow Geoffrey. As Iris leaves Geoffrey's house, she sees an uncanny figure gazing at her through the window. When the terrifying figure later attempts to accost her, Iris is introduced to a secret world of magicians by Geoffrey, whose scattered father dabbles in magic. They learn that Lall is part of a diabolical plan for Nazi domination, and Iris is recruited to stop it by interacting with statues on top of prominent London buildings on the night of the full moon. When the war starts in earnest, Iris is pushed to her limit. As the Blitz rages around her, she navigates between her job at the firm, caring for Geoffrey's scattered father, her budding relationship with Geoffrey, and her magical responsibilities. Spufford's sumptuous descriptions of London's architecture and design will please art lovers, and his atmospheric world-building will appeal to readers of fantasy historical fiction alike.In this immersive historical fantasy set in WWII-era London, Iris Hawkins is a plucky, ambitious secretary at a financial firm. The novel opens in August of 1939, and a feverish pre-war energy is palpable. At a bar where an alternative film is…
Added Jun 01, 2026
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It is 1905 in Eastern Europe and Yetta, a young Jewish girl, is living through a terrifying time for her people. Hostility towards them is extremely high, often descending into riotous violence of the most brutal kind. When one such night of terror results in Yetta's death, her father does the unspeakable to revive her. He uses his knowledge of an ancient traditional magic, and she is returned to the world. But something is not right. Yetta has changed in a fundamental way. Suddenly imbued with the strength of ten men, she is thrust into the role of protector of her people, and her world spins out of control. This book draws you in with a well-painted historic setting but does not shirk on the details of true horror inflicted on the Jewish people. This is a heart wrenching journey with sympathetic characters that deal with Frankenstein-like dilemmas over life and death. This tense and atmospheric story is as compelling as it is horrifying.It is 1905 in Eastern Europe and Yetta, a young Jewish girl, is living through a terrifying time for her people. Hostility towards them is extremely high, often descending into riotous violence of the most brutal kind. When one such night of terror…
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Margaret Bendelow, an English catholic, finds fulfillment as one of the first generation of women who could study theology in Rome during the midcentury liberalization of the Vatican II era. David Fletcher was proudly raised by his family to serve in the priesthood. When the two meet, their intellectual bond threatens to become a doorway to temptation just as the Church seems to be on the verge of potentially dramatic reforms. In a parallel storyline set in 2018, Adrian spends a season caring for his grandmother as she transitions to assisted living, and he begins to unearth some secrets of their family history. Written with stunning intellectual precision and an absolute mastery of its topic, this is a unique novel about a very particular time and place. Not a romance novel, even if occasionally romantic, this work of historical fiction was inspired by the live of the author's own grandparents.Margaret Bendelow, an English catholic, finds fulfillment as one of the first generation of women who could study theology in Rome during the midcentury liberalization of the Vatican II era. David Fletcher was proudly raised by his family to serve…
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Daphne, a middle-aged English teacher, is enjoying a visit to the Metropolitan Museum of Art when her retired husband notices an older man who seems to be stealing glances at her and following them. They test his theory by striding purposely to another floor, only to find the man still following. It turns out the man thought Daphne looked familiar, and she recognizes him to be Eddie, a man who was briefly her stepfather when she was nine years old, before he and her mother abruptly divorced and Daphne lost contact with him. Eddie and grownup Daphne are mutually delighted to rediscover one another and quickly grow close, and Daphne realizes she finally has the chance to fill in some gaps about what happened to end the marriage. As this graceful novel progresses, Patchett interweaves flashbacks to the night of a dangerous accident that forged a lifelong bond of survival between Eddie and Daphne. This is a rare literary ode to stepparenting, and Patchett knows how to warm the reader's heart without getting sappy. With a minimal but potent plot, a lived-in atmosphere (featuring characters so natural it seems they could step off of the page at any moment), and an abundance of wry and witty dialogue, Whistler celebrates human resilience and the diverse ties of kinship.Daphne, a middle-aged English teacher, is enjoying a visit to the Metropolitan Museum of Art when her retired husband notices an older man who seems to be stealing glances at her and following them. They test his theory by striding purposely to…
A World AppearsA World Appears, BookA Journey Into Consciousness
by Pollan, MichaelBook, 2026Book, 2026
Added Jun 01, 2026
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What is it like to be a plant? How is that different from being a bat? How are they both different from being a chair? These are some of the questions which led bestselling author Pollan (The Omnivore's Dilemma) to explore the realm of consciousness – well, those questions, in addition to a mind-altering trip he took with psychedelic mushrooms. Readers may be surprised to learn that consciousness as a subject of serious scientific inquiry is very young. Nevertheless, humanity is approaching a crucial juncture in which the gap between human (and animal) consciousness and machine sentience is quickly closing. This circumstance unleashes a bevy of further questions and concerns: how are we to recognize consciousness in a machine when we cannot define it for humans and animals? If we are successful in creating a machine that feels and has the capacity for joy and suffering, what are the ethical implications of say, powering the suffering machine off permanently? And how are we to define humanity itself when the possibility of uploading our thoughts, memories, and experiences to the cloud is imminent? Fans of science and philosophy – and their convergence – won't want to miss this timely exploration of just what it is like to be a human.What is it like to be a plant? How is that different from being a bat? How are they both different from being a chair? These are some of the questions which led bestselling author Pollan (The Omnivore's Dilemma) to explore the realm of…
Added May 01, 2026
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Rainy March is a book witch. She protects books of fiction from all kinds of threats. The main rule is simple: real people belong in the real world, and fictional characters in fiction. When Rainy's beloved grandfather disappears, she must turn to the one person who can help, the Duke of Chicago. He's a fictional detective who can solve any case, and the fictional character Rainy's been reprimanded for dating. Together, they must put together the clues and travel through stories to find the truth. Sometimes, truth is stranger than fiction. This is a fun, engaging adventure for anyone who loves books.Rainy March is a book witch. She protects books of fiction from all kinds of threats. The main rule is simple: real people belong in the real world, and fictional characters in fiction. When Rainy's beloved grandfather disappears, she must turn to…
Autobiography of CottonAutobiography of Cotton, PaperbackA Novel
by Rivera Garza, CristinaPaperback, 2026Paperback, 2026
Added May 01, 2026
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Rivera Garza's dazzling fictionalized account of her grandparents' lives paints a picture of their work farming cotton in the borderlands of Northern Mexico in the 1930s, detailing the events that led them to be in that place at that momentous time. Rivera Garza, at the mercy of the scant historical record provided by the few official documents she has access to, opens by setting the scene for the cotton workers strike of 1934. The strike is a momentous event for the labor movement which leads to land reforms allowing the workers to own their land. The author then doubles back further in her grandparents' history, aided by archival research, her own travel, and published works about the period, which allow her to piece together a plausible timeline for her family's movements. She ruminates on possible motivations for the route her grandfather Jose Maria Rivera Donez took to end up in Estacion Camaron in the 1930s to experience the strike. Jose Maria, who lost his first two wives, persevered through punishing work as a miner, the Mexican revolution of the 1910s, the influenza of 1919, political instability, and the cotton boom and subsequent bust after an infestation of boll weevils. The reader is left with a visceral sense of the grueling work of leaving one's home to move to a new location in the wake of political strife, persecution, natural disaster, disease, and lack of opportunity. Readers will be inspired to do further research on the history that Rivera Garza fleshes out in her moving, introspective, timely novel.Rivera Garza's dazzling fictionalized account of her grandparents' lives paints a picture of their work farming cotton in the borderlands of Northern Mexico in the 1930s, detailing the events that led them to be in that place at that momentous time.…
Don't Tell Me How It EndsDon't Tell Me How It Ends, PaperbackA Novel
by Thurman, AdriennePaperback, 2026Paperback, 2026
Added May 01, 2026
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Don't Tell Me How This Ends is a reflective summer romance that captures the uncertainty of early adulthood with honesty and warmth. The story follows Kaia, a recent college graduate stuck in the all-too-familiar post-grad spiral, questioning her career path, life choices, and most of all her feelings about love and commitment. Deeply pessimistic and hesitant to invest in anything long-term, Kaia is shaped by doubt, even as she remains grounded by her loyalty to her family. When she returns to her childhood home to help her hopelessly romantic mother and her pregnant sister, who has just lost her job, Kaia is pulled into a world that directly challenges her beliefs. Her sister's decision to start her own matchmaking business adds both humor and heart, especially when Kaia agrees to go on three blind dates, which pushes her further out of her comfort zone. A standout element of the story is Ro, a kind and endearing tow truck driver who enters Kaia's life unexpectedly. What begins as a simple friendship gradually evolves into something deeper, challenging Kaia in ways she isn't prepared for. Their relationship unfolds naturally, adding to the novel's gentle, slow-burn appeal. The novel's strength lies in its thoughtful writing and relatable themes. It explores the fear of the unknown, the pressure of finding direction after graduation, and the vulnerability that comes with opening oneself up to others. Kaia's emotional journey feels authentic, particularly as her guarded nature begins to shift. Overall, Thurman's novel will resonate most with readers who appreciate character-driven stories about growth, uncertainty, and the complicated path toward love.Don't Tell Me How This Ends is a reflective summer romance that captures the uncertainty of early adulthood with honesty and warmth. The story follows Kaia, a recent college graduate stuck in the all-too-familiar post-grad spiral, questioning her…
Added May 01, 2026
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Sweeney's novel follows two families across two decades and the consequences of one big decision. The Larkins are your typical family living in Rochester, New York. As the mother, Nina, starts to feel like something's missing from her marriage, she examines her life looking for ways to improve it. What follows is a decision that will affect not only her life but all the lives around her. This character-driven novel examines the themes of family, forgiveness and making the most of one's life. It draws on realistic emotional responses to love, grief and everything in between. For fans of contemporary family dramas.Sweeney's novel follows two families across two decades and the consequences of one big decision. The Larkins are your typical family living in Rochester, New York. As the mother, Nina, starts to feel like something's missing from her marriage, she…
Added May 01, 2026
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Baker weaves together two tales from very different timelines around the same house in the countryside of Japan. In 1877 the house is occupied by Sen, a young woman training to be a samurai, and her family. Her father is violent and cold after returning home, disgraced by the failure of the samurai rebellion. In 2026, college student Lee Turner flees to the same house behind the sword ferns where his father lives after an incident with his roommate in New York. Their tales intertwine when the closet door of Lee's bedroom opens to Sen's timeline. Framed by a tale from Japanese mythology, the novel retains the quintessential atmosphere of fear inherent in traditional gothic horror. Lee is an unreliable narrator, muddled as he is by sleeping pills and anxiety medications, lending his point of view a hazy, almost dream-like quality to it, while Sen's perspective is unflinching in its portrayal of the violence and familial trauma of her life. It's a satisfying combination that by the end feels like a myth of its own.Baker weaves together two tales from very different timelines around the same house in the countryside of Japan. In 1877 the house is occupied by Sen, a young woman training to be a samurai, and her family. Her father is violent and cold after…
Added May 01, 2026
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"I Will Kill Your Imaginary Friend for $200," the Craigslist ad reads. It sounds like a joke, but it isn't. Ivan, the man behind the ad, has a rare skill. A traumatic incident has left him with the ability to see imaginary friends. Desperate for rent money, he hires out his talent to wealthy adults eager to banish the childhood companions that once comforted them but now wreak havoc in their grown-up lives. But not all imaginary friends are harmless, and Ivan has just taken a job he'll wish he refused. Sarcastic, whimsical, and quietly heartbreaking, Brockway's novel blends humor and horror into a bittersweet exploration of loneliness and loss. Delivered with a snarky tone that keeps the pages turning, I Will Kill Your Imaginary Friend is perfect for fans of Christopher Moore, Grady Hendrix, and Kira Jane Buxton's Hollow Kingdom."I Will Kill Your Imaginary Friend for $200," the Craigslist ad reads. It sounds like a joke, but it isn't. Ivan, the man behind the ad, has a rare skill. A traumatic incident has left him with the ability to see imaginary friends. Desperate for…
Added May 01, 2026
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Earth as we know it is no more, and humanity now exists inside terraformed domes on a frozen, hostile planet. The dome is run by the company and two rival factions - those seeking to continue terraforming, and others who want to reach out to the stars - who fight for the limited resources available to push their political agendas. Isako is the legendary Quickblade renowned throughout the company as one of the best contractors to do the job and wield the longblade. When her client's faction loses their battle against terraforming, he unexpectedly retires. Isako knows that she will do her duty and go into the frozen land outside their protected dome to die with dignity and bring honor to her family. Her client, however, had another plan and sold her contract to a rival director with one final mission. Isako has the political savvy, connections, and skills with her longblade to pull it off. Along the way she will uncover secrets that will change their planet's existence. Set in a terraformed world far from Earth and full of corporate espionage, politics, and sword wielding contractors, this is a fresh take on the sci-fi genre.Earth as we know it is no more, and humanity now exists inside terraformed domes on a frozen, hostile planet. The dome is run by the company and two rival factions - those seeking to continue terraforming, and others who want to reach out to the…
How to Fake It in SocietyHow to Fake It in Society, Paperback
by Charles, KJPaperback, 2026Paperback, 2026
Added May 01, 2026
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Titus Pilcrow is not having a good day. He's on the verge of potentially losing his paint business and his living space when things take a dramatic turn while visiting an elderly client. Miss Whitecross is on her deathbed and needs to marry immediately to prevent her terrible nephew from inheriting her fortune. A short marriage ceremony and quick death later, Titus is now wealthy and widowed. Nicolas-Marc, Comte de Valois de La Motte is also not having a great day, or a great year, really. He was supposed to marry Miss Whitecross, but was inconveniently out of town when death came for her. He really needed that fortune to restore his mother's reputation and keep himself safe from the Bourbon agents trying to kill him. At least, that's what he tells Titus. While navigating their own complicated feelings, and the lies that still divide them, Titus and Nico must also join forces to protect each other from dangerous enemies on both sides. KJ Charles has made a career out of writing about charming scoundrels who ruin their own criminal schemes by falling in love, and this newest book is no exception.Titus Pilcrow is not having a good day. He's on the verge of potentially losing his paint business and his living space when things take a dramatic turn while visiting an elderly client. Miss Whitecross is on her deathbed and needs to marry…

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