All the books listed here are available at the library. Stop in, give us a call, or use the online catalog to place a hold and check one out. All book descriptions are summarized from the publisher’s description on the back of the book, Goodreads, or the library catalog.
Celebrate Native American Heritage Month with books written by Indigenous authors!
Elatsoe by Darcie Little Badger: This young adult novel features an America that has been shaped by magic, monsters, knowledge, and the legends of its people. Elatsoe lives here, with magic passed down through her Lipan Apache family. She begins to rely on her skills and friends to protect her family. Read Elatsoe with us for Read the Rainbow Teen Book Club and discuss on November 14. Available on Boundless (audio/e-book), Libby (e-book), and Hoopla (audio/e-book).
Girl Warrior: On Coming of Age by Joy Harjo: Three-term US poet laureate, Joy Harjo shares stories of her coming of age to bring attention to pivotal moments of becoming. Informed by her own experiences and those of her ancestors, she offers advice for anyone navigating the challenges of maturing, in its many forms.
The Serviceberry by Robin Wall Kimmerer: Indigenous scientist, Robin Wall Kimmerer, explores a bold and inspiring vision for orienting our lives around gratitude, reciprocity and community, based on the lessons of the natural world. Comparing the Serviceberry’s relationship with the natural world to interconnectedness, gratitude, and abundance. Read The Serviceberry with us for Books & Brew and discuss on December 16. Available on Boundless (audio/e-book) and Libby (audio/e-book).
The Truth According to Ember by Danica Nava: After thirty-seven rejections, Ember decides that no one wants Native American Ember and answers the ethnicity question on her next application with “half-lie.” After getting the job, and beginning a secret relationship with Danuwoa the IT guy, her lies begin to snowball. Available on Boundless (audio/e-book).
Moon of the Crusted Snow by Waubgeshig Rice: When the small Anishinaabe community is cut off from civilization on the brink of wintertime, panic begins to build. Community leadership works to keep order, as more and more visitors start to flood the community and manipulate the reserve. A small group of friends must work together to restore order while making life-altering decisions. Available on Boundless (e-book), Libby (audio/e-book), and Hoopla (audio/e-book).
Get ready for gatherings with family and friends with these food themed books & cookbooks!
Legends and Lattes by Travis Baldree: Feel all the cozy fall vibes in this low-stakes fantasy following the battle-weary Viv as she works to open a coffee shop. Viv is ready to hang up her sword, but she’ll need a lot of help from new friends along the way. Available on Libby (audio/e-book) and Hoopla (audio).
Girl Dinner by Olivie Blake: Every member and alumni of The House, the most exclusive sorority on campus, are beautiful, high-achieving, and universally respected. Follow new member Nina and adjunct professor Sloane as they are drawn deeper and deeper into the rituals of sisterhood and they find out that living well comes with a cost–that not everyone can stomach. Available on Libby (audio).
Best Served Hot by Amanda Elliot: Turn up the heat with two rival restaurant critics who are forced to work together to further the buzz from a viral social media post. Julie and Bennett begin to connect over their shared love for food, but the competition between them might be too much heat to handle. Available on Libby (e-book).
The Wishbone Kitchen Cookbook by Meredith Hayden: Learn to cook, host, and eat like a private chef! Celebrate every season of life with unfussy but elegant food fit for your next dinner party. Recipes range from Blueberry BBQ Grilled Chicken Salad to the Ultimate Italian Sandwich to an Heirloom Tomato Galette. Rediscover the joy in cooking with this whimsical book.
Animal, Vegetable, Miracle: A Year of Food Life by Barbara Kingsolver: Truly embodying the phrase “you are what you eat.” Barbara Kingsolver and her family decided to switch things up and eat locally grown and raised food. Available on Hoopla (audio/e-book).
Are you more Glinda or Elphaba? Check out these pink and green covers!
