Staff Picks

Imagine a story of the most powerful, wealthy, businessmen who would do literally anything to be more successful than the others… but it’s true. This is a great look into one of the most influential times in American history.

A mysterious supermarket shows up overnight with a portal to other worlds located in the candy aisle?! But we quickly find out that fairytales aren't always as sweet as they seem.

Using scenarios that are as mundane as they are bizarre, these stories tell of all different kinds of love, and the darknesses that can dwell therein.

A great cozy read for the fall that has likeable characters, funny ghosts, and a wholesome lesson about what a home can really be.

Dive into the world of these fascinating, highly social creatures with one of their biggest fans, The Meerkat Man. Includes poetry inspired by meerkats as well as, of course, lots of pictures of meerkats.

This is a witty middle-grade read for people who like mystery with mischievous characters, unique vocabulary, and humor. It will have you asking, "What's in a name?"

I love a good vampire romance. This not only has vampires, but witches too! A spicy enemies-to-lovers book with an arranged marriage trope.

A World War II survivor sensitively reflects on her childhood experiences in Italy, helping young readers understand the difficult times she lived through with her family.

A stunning exploration of the power of grief, the value of sacrifice, and nothing less than the meaning of life.

Ever wondered how cheese was created? Pizza? Pickles? This is a super fun, informative graphic novel about the amazing foods humans have invented!

If George Eliot wrote a thriller is about the best explanation for this firecracker of a novel set in New Zealand and perfectly capturing a cross-section of characters.

I love any kind of browseable nonfiction that gives me the freedom to flip to any page and discover something fascinating!

I loved the behind-the-scenes details of "Saturday Night Live" (called "The Night Owls" here) combined with Sittenfeld's patented character-based story.

I'm Trying to Love Spiders is both informative and hilarious as the narrator tries (and mostly fails) to love spiders. You'll end up with at least a healthy respect for them (and the illustrations are informative without being too creepy)!