| A psalm for the wild-built | A psalm for the wild-built | Chambers, Becky, author. | 6330724 | | Book | | 9781250236210 | | <div class="ExternalClass0A9FC844273B4BB899C41DE8891227B5"><p>I've heard this book has been compared to the experience of receiving a warm hug and I wholeheartedly agree with that! It's thoughtful, cozy, and tackles the question of an individual's purpose in a way that feels relatable, leaving the reader with a sense of hope. It's also one of the few Sci-fi books that is set in a future that isn't all doom and gloom, but settles in a future that is better off then its past. I'd recommend this book to anyone that wants to slow down and re-energize themselves, or anyone that likes to ponder the big questions.<br></p><p>- Erin E.<br></p></div> | https://catalog.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/search/searchresults.aspx?ctx=1.1033.0.0.35&type=Advanced&term=A%20Psalm%20for%20the%20Wild-Built&relation=ALL&by=TI&term2=chambers&relation2=ALL&by2=AU&bool1=AND&bool4=AND&limit=&sort=RELEVANCE&page=0&searchid=1 |
| A tale for the time being : a novel | A tale for the time being : a novel | Ozeki, Ruth, 1956- | 7131825 | | Book | | 9780670026630 | | <div class="ExternalClassFFF8148D1F494874A69FBFA9D901B2CA"><p>This book altered my perception of stories and who we write them for - the connections between the self and the world are infinite and may even transcend time itself. This book came at a time in my life when it was most needed, and so I recommend it for anyone looking for a profound book to stir up their thoughts and emotions. <br></p><p>- Nancy G-L.<br></p></div> | https://catalog.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/search/searchresults.aspx?ctx=1.1033.0.0.35&type=Advanced&term=a%20tale%20for%20the%20time%20being&relation=ALL&by=TI&term2=ozeki&relation2=ALL&by2=AU&bool1=AND&bool4=AND&limit=&sort=RELEVANCE&page=0&searchid=2 |
| A walk in the park : the true story of a spectacular misadventure in the Grand Canyon | A walk in the park : the true story of a spectacular misadventure in the Grand Canyon | Fedarko, Kevin, author. | 7665281 | | Book | | 9781501183058 | | <div class="ExternalClassD87AB73A34904CA886C4CD9C4570C772"><p>His previous book<em> The Emerald Mile</em> talked about the Colorado River, The Grand Canyon and an unique trip of white water rafting. He follows it up with a story of himself and a friend hiking from one end of the Grand Canyon to the other. As someone whose hiked the Canyon this was a new and different aspect of this wonder that's only a few hours away from us.<br><br>- Keith L.<br></p></div> | https://catalog.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/search/searchresults.aspx?ctx=1.1033.0.0.35&type=Advanced&term=walk%20in%20the%20park&relation=ALL&by=TI&term2=fedarko&relation2=ALL&by2=AU&bool1=AND&bool4=AND&limit=&sort=RELEVANCE&page=0&searchid=21 |
| All the colors of the dark : a novel | All the colors of the dark : a novel | Whitaker, Chris, author. | 7597276 | | Book | | 9780593798874 | | <div class="ExternalClassF008BDD9199F493D9CD06055E6B51919"><p>This is one of the best books I've ever read. It's a haunting, heartbreaking mystery (but so much more than just a mystery) that unfolds over decades. It's an incredible story about love, tragedy, friendship, loyalty, strength, and hope. The writing was so uniquely beautiful. I found myself missing the characters when I was finished.<br><br>- Kelley H.<br></p></div> | https://catalog.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/search/searchresults.aspx?ctx=1.1033.0.0.35&type=Advanced&term=all%20colors%20dark&relation=ALL&by=TI&term2=whitaker&relation2=ALL&by2=AU&bool1=AND&bool4=AND&limit=&sort=RELEVANCE&page=0&searchid=3 |
| Another word for love : a memoir | Another word for love : a memoir | Wallace, Carvell, author. | 7603019 | | Book | | 9780374237820 | | <div class="ExternalClassCBA320658B544E67A16C585C41B7DF6A"><p>The prose in this book is just so exquisite, I would recommend it for that reason alone. But the exploration of the author's life and the truths that come from it are beautiful as well. While I would encourage anyone to read this book, I would encourage parents especially for the powerful parenting insights. (There are some very rough scenes from the author's childhood included, so be aware of that before you read.)<br><br>- Jennifer P.<br></p></div> | https://catalog.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/search/searchresults.aspx?ctx=1.1033.0.0.35&type=Advanced&term=another%20word%20for%20love&relation=ALL&by=TI&term2=carvell&relation2=ALL&by2=AU&bool1=AND&bool4=AND&limit=&sort=RELEVANCE&page=0&searchid=72 |
| Brownstone | Brownstone | Teer, Samuel, author. | 7618747 | | Book | | 9780358394754 | | <div class="ExternalClass785568A9D2BB4F1E9BE3A4F34461B4C8"><p>I chose this book because I really liked the cover and I overall really resonated with the main character because of the adventures/challenges she endures throughout the book. The storyline is so beautifully connected and it really explains a lot about the challenges a Hispanic/Latin American teenager goes through when they try to figure out who they are or learn more about relatives they never knew about. I would recommend this to anybody who loves emotional scenes, beautiful graphic comics about familial love and slice-of-life reads!<br></p><p>- Venezia F.<br></p></div> | https://catalog.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/search/searchresults.aspx?ctx=1.1033.0.0.35&type=Advanced&term=brownstone&relation=ALL&by=TI&term2=teer&relation2=ALL&by2=AU&bool1=AND&bool4=AND&limit=&sort=RELEVANCE&page=0&searchid=3 |
| Children of time | Children of time | Tchaikovsky, Adrian, 1972- author. | 6313101 | | Book | | 9780316452502 | | <div class="ExternalClass713D4A0FFACA441E8AE96E1377797CB8"><p>Want to read an epic science fiction novel, and I mean EPIC? This novel takes place over millennia and includes humans fleeing a doomed planet, genetically uplifted spiders, deranged AI, ant invasions... What more could you ask for? Everything I'm looking for in hard sci-fi is in this book, and there's two more of them!</p><p>- Robert S.<br></p></div> | https://catalog.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/search/searchresults.aspx?ctx=1.1033.0.0.35&type=Advanced&term=Children%20of%20time&relation=ALL&by=TI&term2=Tchaikovsky&relation2=ALL&by2=AU&bool1=AND&bool4=AND&limit=&sort=RELEVANCE&page=0&searchid=1 |
| Cloud atlas : a novel | Cloud atlas : a novel | Mitchell, David (David Stephen) | 4050663 | | Book | | 0375507256 | | <div class="ExternalClass6D673DB329FE43C6BA8312742E792155"><p>This is a book that I have wanted to read for a while. It's a series of stories each so different from the next in time period, protagonist and subject, but still connected. It's the type of book that keeps you thinking long after you are finished! And one that I feel like I will have re-read.<br><br>- Grace L.<br></p></div> | https://catalog.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/search/searchresults.aspx?ctx=1.1033.0.0.35&type=Advanced&term=cloud%20atlas&relation=ALL&by=TI&term2=mitchell&relation2=ALL&by2=AU&bool1=AND&bool4=AND&limit=&sort=RELEVANCE&page=0&searchid=20 |
| Gogmagog : a first chronicle of Ludwich | Gogmagog : a first chronicle of Ludwich | Noon, Jeff, author. | 7598455 | | Book | | 9781915202826 | | <div class="ExternalClassBC1F2289B37F4601AB0B8F6E95EB9F70"><p>This book is absolutely bursting with creativity, heart, colorful characters, and rich cultural worldbuilding. A must-read for any fan of weird fiction and/or science fantasy. The story follows an old half-plant woman named Cady and her sailing crew as they travel down the treacherous river Faynr- the physical remains of an ancient legendary dragon named Haakenur. This book is part 1 of a duology and I can't wait until book 2 is published.<br><br>- Austin G.<br></p></div> | https://catalog.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/search/searchresults.aspx?ctx=1.1033.0.0.35&type=Advanced&term=gogmagog&relation=ALL&by=TI&term2=noon&relation2=ALL&by2=AU&bool1=AND&bool4=AND&limit=&sort=RELEVANCE&page=0&searchid=17 |
| Here we go again : a novel | Here we go again : a novel | Cochrun, Alison, author. | 7565282 | | Book | | 9781668021194 | | <div class="ExternalClassAECAD048A6594527976687B2F3DEC763"><p><em></em><em>Here We Go Again</em> is a heartfelt and powerful story that blends humor, emotion, and meaningful relationships. I really appreciated the way it handled queer representation, offering authentic and nuanced portrayals that felt natural and inclusive. The book also does a beautiful job of showcasing the complexities of grief and healing, illustrating how people process loss in different ways but can ultimately find growth and understanding. The impact of friendship is a central theme, especially as it demonstrates how bonds can withstand time and distance, reminding us that true connections are resilient and can provide much-needed support during life's toughest moments.<br><br>- Nemanja D.<br><br></p></div> | https://catalog.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/search/searchresults.aspx?ctx=1.1033.0.0.35&type=Advanced&term=here%20we%20go%20again&relation=ALL&by=TI&term2=cochrun&relation2=ALL&by2=AU&bool1=AND&bool4=AND&limit=&sort=RELEVANCE&page=0&searchid=16 |
| Horror movie : a novel | Horror movie : a novel | Tremblay, Paul, author. | 7609309 | | Book | | 9780063070011 | | <div class="ExternalClassB5FBAA8D9A1C4FE2BA65ECA06540B54D"><p>This year was a trifecta of new books by my favorite authors. There was Chuck Wendig's strange book about evil apples (<em>Black River Orchard</em>) and not one but two Stephen Graham Jones books each covering the opposite end of the slasher spectrum. (Where were you this year Grady Hendrix?) However, the standout for me this year was <em>Horror Movie</em> by Paul Tremblay. It was strange and disturbing in all the best ways. With its unreliable narrator, unsettling premise and twist I didn't see coming, I wasn't really sure what I was reading half the time...but loved every minute of it.<br><br>- Prudence C.<br></p></div> | https://catalog.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/search/searchresults.aspx?ctx=1.1033.0.0.35&type=Advanced&term=horror%20movie&relation=ALL&by=TI&term2=tremblay&relation2=ALL&by2=AU&bool1=AND&bool4=AND&limit=&sort=RELEVANCE&page=0&searchid=2 |
| I survived capitalism and all I got was this lousy t-shirt : everything I wish I never had to learn about money | I survived capitalism and all I got was this lousy t-shirt : everything I wish I never had to learn about money | Pendleton, Madeline, author. | 7421465 | | Book | | 9780385549783 | | <div class="ExternalClassFACD311D7A90457985BA4FAFE3818333"><p>Pendleton's book deeply resonated with me for its brutally honest portrayal of millennial struggles in a cutthroat economy and its actionable, no-nonsense advice. Her punk rock ethos of mutual aid and fighting systemic greed mirrored my own values, making her insights feel personal and empowering. I’d recommend this book to anyone looking for a realistic yet hopeful guide to navigating financial and workplace challenges, especially millennials who feel stuck in the grind.<br></p><p>- Matthew D.<br></p></div> | https://catalog.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/search/searchresults.aspx?ctx=1.1033.0.0.35&type=Advanced&term=I%20Survived%20Capitalism%20and%20All%20I%20Got%20Was%20This%20Lousy%20T-Shirt:%20Everything%20I%20Wish%20I%20Never%20Had%20to%20Learn%20About%20Money&relation=ALL&by=TI&term2=madeline&relation2=ALL&by2=AU&bool1=AND&bool4=AND&limit=&sort=RELEVANCE&page=0&searchid=7 |
| I was a teenage slasher | I was a teenage slasher | Jones, Stephen Graham, 1972- author. | 7677435 | | Book | | 9781668022245 | | <div class="ExternalClass7B78FC3E3A1742238914F6DD8D4BA027"><div><p>I cannot stop recommending this book to everyone, whether or not they're a horror fan. SGJ makes Tolly, the teenager slasher, such a sympathetic narrator that you'll find yourself on his side, despite his murderous intentions. And it's also a fantastic ode to the genre-defining slasher films of the 1970s/80s - as well as an ode to small Texas towns, like the one where the author grew up. This may be my best book of the decade, as well as the year.<br><br>- Jennifer S.<br></p></div></div> | https://catalog.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/search/searchresults.aspx?ctx=1.1033.0.0.35&type=Advanced&term=teenage%20slasher&relation=ALL&by=TI&term2=graham&relation2=ALL&by2=AU&bool1=AND&bool4=AND&limit=&sort=RELEVANCE&page=0&searchid=13 |
| Kushiel's Dart | Kushiel's Dart | Carey, Jacqueline | 6822338 | | Book | https://img1.od-cdn.com/ImageType-200/2390-1/{DB826105-FC66-430B-B673-3C44A93C7AE3}Img200.jpg | 9781429910903 | | <div class="ExternalClassC326FC8F41C24B59835CAF5B90A5C61E"><p>I loved this book for it's incredibly rich world. The characters were amazing and the romance was so sweet and wholesome. The plot kept you wanting to read to see what would happen next. <br></p><p>- Claudia P.<br></p></div> | https://catalog.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/search/searchresults.aspx?ctx=1.1033.0.0.35&type=Advanced&term=kushiel%27s%20dart&relation=ALL&by=TI&term2=carey&relation2=ALL&by2=AU&bool1=AND&bool4=AND&limit=&sort=RELEVANCE&page=0&searchid=8 |
| Light bringer | Light bringer | Brown, Pierce, 1988- author. | 7077881 | | Book | | 9780425285978 | | <div class="ExternalClass64069440E0634062BBCDDB47A129A0C8"><p>Pierce is the KING OF DRAMA. This will likely be my favorite book ever due to its gripping storytelling. <em>Light Bringer</em> is a flawless space opera with deeply flawed, yet fantastic characters that make for such an emotional ride. #BrotherOfDarrow <br></p><p>- Jordan M.<br></p></div> | https://catalog.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/search/searchresults.aspx?ctx=1.1033.0.0.35&type=Advanced&term=light%20bringer&relation=ALL&by=TI&term2=pierce&relation2=ALL&by2=AU&bool1=AND&bool4=AND&limit=&sort=RELEVANCE&page=0&searchid=6 |
| Margo's got money troubles : a novel | Margo's got money troubles : a novel | Thorpe, Rufi, author. | 7619729 | | Book | | 9780063356580 | | <div class="ExternalClassAF20ED3453C945B5BFFC8E4BF6764247"><p>I picked this up on a recommendation by a favorite author and I was not disappointed. Had I simply read the synopsis, I would have skipped it, figuring that it would be too disheartening. Instead, the nuanced and complicated characters were drawn true to life. I found myself rooting for Margo and her small family every step of the way. I also laughed out loud throughout the novel. It was my favorite read of 2024!<br><br>- Erin M.<br></p></div> | https://catalog.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/search/searchresults.aspx?ctx=1.1033.0.0.35&type=Advanced&term=got%20money%20troubles&relation=ALL&by=TI&term2=rufi&relation2=ALL&by2=AU&bool1=AND&bool4=AND&limit=&sort=RELEVANCE&page=0&searchid=73 |
| Martyr! | Martyr! | Akbar, Kaveh, author. | 7457432 | | Book | | 9780593537619 | | <div class="ExternalClass7009F53EF6C04433B566661B80649900"><p>This book follows Cyrus, a recovering alcoholic, who is searching for answers to life's biggest questions. Death, life, mortality, purpose, art, identity, language, belonging - all of it. There is so much in this book about the interconnected links between everything that makes us human. I really loved Cyrus as a character and enjoyed following him on his journey for answers, many of which were not what he expected. I found myself thinking about this book long after I finished it. <br><br>- Anna C.<br></p></div> | https://catalog.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/search/searchresults.aspx?ctx=1.1033.0.0.35&type=Advanced&term=martyr&relation=ALL&by=TI&term2=akbar&relation2=ALL&by2=AU&bool1=AND&bool4=AND&limit=&sort=RELEVANCE&page=0&searchid=19&pos=1#__pos-1 |
| Minor detail | Minor detail | Shiblī, ʻAdanīyah, author. | 7886524 | | Book | | 9780811229074 | | <div class="ExternalClass58E61578A2374CEEBCA0B54641F6F38A"><p>This 100 page book still haunts me months after my first read. Shibli moves from 1949 to present day in occupied Palestine to show us a past unreckoned with and its inescapable echoes in a troubling future. I would recommend this book to any adult readers who are ok reading brief descriptions of sexual assault and violence.<br><br>- Amanda P.<br></p></div> | https://catalog.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/search/searchresults.aspx?ctx=1.1033.0.0.35&type=Advanced&term=minor%20detail&relation=ALL&by=TI&term2=adania&relation2=ALL&by2=AU&bool1=AND&bool4=AND&limit=&sort=RELEVANCE&page=0&searchid=18 |
| Mrs. Quinn's rise to fame : a novel | Mrs. Quinn's rise to fame : a novel | Ford, Olivia, author. | 7457470 | | Book | | 9780593656419 | | <div class="ExternalClass20DC0FC4248C424690D4242756468481"><p>Do you like watching cooking competitions like the British Baking shows? If you do, then you will have fun reading the uplifting story of Mrs. Quinn (Jenny) and her baking. You are never too old to pursue your dreams and Jenny learns this lesson by secretly entering a baking contest.<br></p><p>Jenny meets a bunch of talented bakers and grows in her confidence both as a baker and as someone worthy of friendships. The journey becomes more important than the goal of winning and many of Jenny’s relationships, particularly with her husband, improve as Jenny tests her ability to change.</p><p>Old fashioned recipes are handed down with stories and strong friendships grow. I came across this quote about Jenny that I believe sums up this read. “Jenny has shown that our dreams have a place at every stage of our journey . . . that they can be achieved because of our age, and not in spite of it.”<br></p><p>- Jill H. <br></p><p><br></p></div> | https://catalog.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/search/searchresults.aspx?ctx=1.1033.0.0.35&type=Advanced&term=rise%20to%20fame&relation=ALL&by=TI&term2=ford&relation2=ALL&by2=AU&bool1=AND&bool4=AND&limit=&sort=RELEVANCE&page=0&searchid=2 |
| Paris : the memoir | Paris : the memoir | Hilton, Paris, 1981- author. | 6857797 | | Book | | 9780063224629 | | <div class="ExternalClass53270B9968A24AFCA6BD9FEE1345C088"><p>This book made me realize what a huge impact cell phones and social media made on our generation. Paris Hilton lived in Hollywood/LA when you could party with no one recording you. She emphasizes how much that shift impacted everyone's life when you had to walk around in fear of being recorded or a photo taken out of context. It also explored why artists liked Instagram when it first came out, because it allowed artists to control their own image over the unflattering angle paparazzis are after. Really the shift around this time from pre-social media to a world of phones, photos, and records online was interesting to read about from this perspective.<br></p><p>- Sophie H.<br></p></div> | https://catalog.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/search/searchresults.aspx?ctx=1.1033.0.0.35&type=Advanced&term=paris%20memoir&relation=ALL&by=TI&term2=paris&relation2=ALL&by2=AU&bool1=AND&bool4=AND&limit=&sort=RELEVANCE&page=0&searchid=9 |
| Remarkably bright creatures : a novel | Remarkably bright creatures : a novel | Van Pelt, Shelby, author. | 6658540 | | Book | | 9780063204157 | | <div class="ExternalClassDFEA772AFAA54D20BF47FB63BC36AACE"><p>This book was adorable. I enjoyed the various characters in the book. The story was sad but also heartwarming. I'd recommend this book to readers who enjoy a bit of fantasy mixed with some drama and love.<br><br>- Carrie W.<br></p></div> | https://catalog.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/search/searchresults.aspx?ctx=1.1033.0.0.35&type=Advanced&term=remarkably%20bright%20creatures&relation=ALL&by=TI&term2=shelby&relation2=ALL&by2=AU&bool1=AND&bool4=AND&limit=&sort=RELEVANCE&page=0&searchid=9 |
| Run towards the danger : confrontations with a body of memory | Run towards the danger : confrontations with a body of memory | Polley, Sarah, author. | 6607338 | | Book | | 9780593300350 | | <div class="ExternalClassCD026A7EB8E240DEB4A4E17207CA2935"><p>This book is a series of essays about how to effectively overcome anxiety and fear by facing challenges head on. It is beautifully written and I keep coming back to it in my mind over and over, as the lessons from it are applicable daily in my life now.</p><p>- Jessie S.<br></p></div> | https://catalog.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/search/searchresults.aspx?ctx=1.1033.0.0.35&type=Advanced&term=run%20towards%20the%20danger&relation=ALL&by=TI&term2=polley&relation2=ALL&by2=AU&bool1=AND&bool4=AND&limit=&sort=RELEVANCE&page=0&searchid=4 |
| Shadow speaker | Shadow speaker | Okorafor, Nnedi, author. | 7344866 | | Book | | 9780756418762 | | <div class="ExternalClass38B8050311CF407E98712AA756E2FE76"><p>Dare to dream about a future that doesn't center you. One filled with wonder and magic. This book gave me a new idea of what life could be like after great tragedy. It made me want to live long enough to see what could be possible. It gave me hope for a better future. African Futurism is now my favorite genre and it's because of Nnedi Okorafor's books. I highly recommend this or any book written by Okorafor. <br>- Mason M.<br></p></div> | https://catalog.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/search/searchresults.aspx?ctx=1.1033.0.0.35&type=Advanced&term=shadow%20speaker&relation=ALL&by=TI&term2=nnedi&relation2=ALL&by2=AU&bool1=AND&bool4=AND&limit=&sort=RELEVANCE&page=0&searchid=71 |
| Someone you can build a nest in | Someone you can build a nest in | Wiswell, John, 1981- author. | 7549443 | | Book | | 9780756418854 | | <div class="ExternalClass40B303EF98C441DD8F4AAA50D4043293"><p>A queer fantasy romance about a shapeshifting amorphous lump, Shesheshen, who has made a fatal mistake: she has fallen in love. And sweet Homily is not just human, she's the daughter of a royal family who believe Shesheshen has cursed them and is out to hunt her down once and for all. <br></p><p>- Tayler L.<br></p></div> | https://catalog.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/search/searchresults.aspx?ctx=1.1033.0.0.35&type=Advanced&term=someone%20build%20nest&relation=ALL&by=TI&term2=wiswell&relation2=ALL&by2=AU&bool1=AND&bool4=AND&limit=&sort=RELEVANCE&page=0&searchid=15 |
| Still just a geek : an annotated memoir | Still just a geek : an annotated memoir | Wheaton, Wil, author. | 6658620 | | Book | | 9780063080478 | | <div class="ExternalClass8EC700EEABF244AFA8B9EE1CF56B20D3"><p>Celebrated actor, personality, and all-around nerd, Wil Wheaton updates his memoir of collected blog posts with all new material and annotations. I really liked this book this year even though it came out in 2022. I connected with this book. I know what it is like to have your life not turn out the way you want, but still be okay. I have met Wil Wheaton many times and he is a very nice and genuine person. <br><br>- Maia S.<br></p></div> | https://catalog.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/search/searchresults.aspx?ctx=1.1033.0.0.35&type=Advanced&term=still%20just%20a%20geek&relation=ALL&by=TI&term2=wheaton&relation2=ALL&by2=AU&bool1=AND&bool4=AND&limit=&sort=RELEVANCE&page=0&searchid=2 |
| Tarot A to Z : a modern encyclopedia of classic tarot | Tarot A to Z : a modern encyclopedia of classic tarot | Medina, Kathleen (Intuitive), author. | 7344815 | | Book | | 9781250287014 | | <div class="ExternalClass3EC79CE6C8A24268BB97BF90EAE224CB"><p>This book provides a succinct, well-organized introduction to tarot that makes it accessible to anyone. Bright illustrations and helpful tips make for an enjoyable read.<br><br>- Lee P.<br></p></div> | https://catalog.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/search/searchresults.aspx?ctx=1.1033.0.0.35&type=Advanced&term=tarot%20a%20to%20z&relation=ALL&by=TI&term2=medina&relation2=ALL&by2=AU&bool1=AND&bool4=AND&limit=&sort=RELEVANCE&page=0&searchid=1 |
| The September house | The September house | Orlando, Carissa, author. | 7320277 | | Book | | 9780593548615 | | <div class="ExternalClass9C3AD8FBE38B49749DBB8B7B66FADA15"><p>It's a different take on the haunted house story and you never really know where the story is going. It's both scary and funny and all the characters really stand out.</p><p>- Ryan Q.<br><br></p></div> | https://catalog.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/search/searchresults.aspx?ctx=1.1033.0.0.35&type=Advanced&term=september%20house&relation=ALL&by=TI&term2=orlando&relation2=ALL&by2=AU&bool1=AND&bool4=AND&limit=&sort=RELEVANCE&page=0&searchid=3 |
| The age of magical overthinking : notes on modern irrationality | The age of magical overthinking : notes on modern irrationality | Montell, Amanda, author. | 7565390 | | Book | | 9781668007976 | | <div class="ExternalClassABA80F144A504AEEA8C5F9EF5EF7D5D8"><p>During a time of intense distraction and noise, linguist Amanda Montell offers us a thoughtful pause and examination of the way we think and overthink the world in which we live. <br><br>A strong follow-up to 2021's <em>Cultish, The Age of Magical Overthinking: Notes on Modern Irrationality</em> spoke even more to me than Montell's previous work because of its often painfully universal themes. Montell illuminates the pitfalls we succumb to as members of an exhausted and overstimulated society. Our cognitive biases are leading the way even as we intend to live more present and intentional lives. </p><p>Humorous and relatable, this book is recommended to readers interested in modern culture, psychology, and for those interested in interrupting the learned overthinking that can plague daily life. <br><br>- Kristl C.<br></p></div> | https://catalog.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/search/searchresults.aspx?ctx=1.1033.0.0.35&type=Advanced&term=age%20magical%20overthinking&relation=ALL&by=TI&term2=montell&relation2=ALL&by2=AU&bool1=AND&bool4=AND&limit=&sort=RELEVANCE&page=0&searchid=4 |
| The backyard bird chronicles | The backyard bird chronicles | Tan, Amy, author. | 7465721 | | Book | | 9780593536131 | | <div class="ExternalClassF84F4F20E32147B0A47094382E59C7A1"><p>Who knew that author Amy Tan of <em>Joy Luck Club</em> fame is also an accomplished artist and birder? I really enjoyed her observations of the birds that visited her backyard. As a birder myself I could relate to the wonder she experienced everyday. The illustrations of the birds she observed are just beautiful!<br></p><p>- Michael D.<br></p></div> | https://catalog.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/search/searchresults.aspx?ctx=1.1033.0.0.35&type=Advanced&term=The%20Backyard%20Bird%20Chronicles&relation=ALL&by=TI&term2=tan&relation2=ALL&by2=AU&bool1=AND&bool4=AND&limit=&sort=RELEVANCE&page=0&searchid=8 |
| The country of the blind : a memoir at the end of sight | The country of the blind : a memoir at the end of sight | Leland, Andrew, author. | 7314927 | | Book | | 9781984881427 | | <div class="ExternalClass094D36B260D743A4B6E5FB70F45FB567"><p><em>The Country of the Blind: A Memoir at the End of Sight</em> by Andrew Leland is a poignant and thought-provoking exploration of the author’s gradual vision loss and the profound impact it has on his life. Through personal anecdotes and reflections, Leland delves into the challenges and transformations that come with blindness, blending humor and vulnerability to create a compelling narrative. A friend I have in the accessibility community recommended this book to me and it gave me an entirely new perspective on disability and how all of us navigate through the world as we are.<br></p><p>- Clara D.<br></p></div> | https://catalog.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/search/searchresults.aspx?ctx=1.1033.0.0.35&type=Advanced&term=The%20Country%20of%20The%20Blind:%20A%20Memoir%20At%20The%20End%20of%20Sight&relation=ALL&by=TI&term2=leland&relation2=ALL&by2=AU&bool1=AND&bool4=AND&limit=&sort=RELEVANCE&page=0&searchid=4 |
| The demon of unrest : a saga of hubris, heartbreak, and heroism at the dawn of the Civil War | The demon of unrest : a saga of hubris, heartbreak, and heroism at the dawn of the Civil War | Larson, Erik, 1954- author. | 7465707 | | Book | | 9780385348744 | | <div class="ExternalClass32B3778117D64A6BAF9B4111415DBEB3"><p>My favorite book of 2024 comes from my favorite author, Erik Larson. <em>The Demon of Unrest</em> tells the mostly unknown (to me anyhow) story of how the Civil War began. We all know about the War itself but what happened in the lead up to the firing on Fort Sumter? Many of the names within are familiar to fans of the Civil War but others maybe not as much including several rabble-rousing scoundrels who fanned the fire of succession. A worthy addition to a story we already know so well.<br><br>- Brian R.<br></p></div> | https://catalog.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/search/searchresults.aspx?ctx=1.1033.0.0.35&type=Advanced&term=demon%20of%20unrest&relation=ALL&by=TI&term2=larson&relation2=ALL&by2=AU&bool1=AND&bool4=AND&limit=&sort=RELEVANCE&page=0&searchid=2 |
| The garden girls | The garden girls | Patch, Jessica R., author. | 7593503 | | Book | | 9781335463074 | | <div class="ExternalClass5F7A00FA4E524EF9BB24BAA385559C97"><p>As the saying goes - "Don't judge a book by its cover." - however, sometimes you should do exactly that. The first thing that captured my interest was the gorgeous graphic on the front of a woman's face peeking through a garden of deep, inklike purple flowers. After reading the jacket I was only hooked even more. <em>The Garden Girls</em> is set along North Carolina's lighthouse-lined coast, where FBI Agent Tiberius Granger is confronted by his past while trying to catch a serial killer with an obsession with flowers before they claim another victim. The characters' backstories and growth, along with the plot development kept me entertained and engaged the entire time. I'm usually quick to pick up on foreshadowing clues, yet this book had many twists and turns that kept me guessing and on the edge of my seat until the very end. This is the third installment in the <em>FBI: Strange Crimes Unit</em> series but can still be read as a standalone. Overall, I highly recommend this to anyone that has an interest in bingeable thriller novels and can't wait to read the others in the series!<br></p><p>- Rebecca D.<br></p></div> | https://catalog.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/search/searchresults.aspx?ctx=1.1033.0.0.35&type=Advanced&term=the%20garden%20girls&relation=ALL&by=TI&term2=patch&relation2=ALL&by2=AU&bool1=AND&bool4=AND&limit=&sort=RELEVANCE&page=0&searchid=2 |
| The last love note : a novel | The last love note : a novel | Grey, Emma, author. | 7375076 | | Book | | 9781958506295 | | <div class="ExternalClass5F72E7FFC08941FAB681A5A1829F1633"><p>All the feels for this book. I laughed out loud and sobbed uncontrollably. It was heartwarming while being devastatingly heartbreaking. The way the author writes about grief - she captured the complex emotions of navigating motherhood, loss, and love brilliantly. <br></p><p>- Khue P.<br></p></div> | https://catalog.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/search/searchresults.aspx?ctx=1.1033.0.0.35&type=Advanced&term=last%20love%20note&relation=ALL&by=TI&term2=emma&relation2=ALL&by2=AU&bool1=AND&bool4=AND&limit=&sort=RELEVANCE&page=0&searchid=32 |
| The prince and the dressmaker | The prince and the dressmaker | Wang, Jen, 1984- author, artist. | 5105507 | | Book | | 9781250159854 | | <div class="ExternalClass9D95F288DEA6494A9C6FF947F6ED33BF"><p>I always appreciate a fun, easy read, especially when it's an adorable queer love story! While there is love eventually, it is built on the trust and friendship that comes with discovering who you are, and finding someone who loves you because of it, not despite it. An easy read, this graphic novel hit all the right spots for me, and I can't tell you how many times I've reread it this year.</p><p>- Kaya S.<br></p></div> | https://catalog.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/search/searchresults.aspx?ctx=1.1033.0.0.35&type=Advanced&term=prince%20dressmaker&relation=ALL&by=TI&term2=wang&relation2=ALL&by2=AU&bool1=AND&bool4=AND&limit=&sort=RELEVANCE&page=0&searchid=10 |
| The wild robot | The wild robot | Brown, Peter, 1979- author, illustrator. | 4401174 | | Book | | 9780316381994 | | <div class="ExternalClass9232ECF1A65F4D8FB66441806C57D606"><p>This book fell into my life quite by accident and I am forever grateful. It is a wonderful tale full of adventure, and really hits home the importance of kindness and found family/community. It's perfect to read aloud to the family, or by yourself.</p><p>- Katie T.<br></p></div> | https://catalog.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/search/searchresults.aspx?ctx=1.1033.0.0.35&type=Advanced&term=wild%20robot&relation=ALL&by=TI&term2=peter&relation2=ALL&by2=AU&bool1=AND&bool4=AND&limit=&sort=RELEVANCE&page=0&searchid=11 |
| The will of the many | The will of the many | Islington, James, 1981- author. | 7162454 | | Book | | 9781982141172 | | <div class="ExternalClassA385DEA36D324C79942CA2FC325FFC6E"><p>The concept of this terrific new fantasy series is that life is a ponzi scheme with those at the top literally sucking up the life force of those at the bottom (analogies, anyone?) There is the familiar magical school trope, allusions to the Roman empire, a spy, and excellent plotting. I can't wait for book #2 to come out in April!<br><br>- Wendy R.<br></p></div> | https://catalog.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/search/searchresults.aspx?ctx=1.1033.0.0.35&type=Advanced&term=will%20of%20the%20many&relation=ALL&by=TI&term2=islington&relation2=ALL&by2=AU&bool1=AND&bool4=AND&limit=&sort=RELEVANCE&page=0&searchid=3 |
| The women | The women | Hannah, Kristin, author. | 7415221 | | Book | | 9781250178633 | | <div class="ExternalClass05CAFA4A0A404179B331E98D4D8805D0"><p>The book is about Vietnam and the Nurses who cared for the Soldiers who fought in the war.<br></p><p>A really good read.<br></p><p>- Lynae W.<br></p><p><br></p></div> | https://catalog.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/search/searchresults.aspx?ctx=1.1033.0.0.35&type=Advanced&term=the%20women&relation=ALL&by=TI&term2=hannah,%20kristin&relation2=ALL&by2=AU&bool1=AND&bool4=AND&limit=&sort=RELEVANCE&page=0&searchid=6 |
| True biz : a novel | True biz : a novel | Nović, Sara, 1987- author. | 6613249 | | Book | | 9780593241509 | | <div class="ExternalClass67CF191A516443FD8F526553C27654DB"><p>This is a fictional story about a deaf boarding school and the teachers and students who are struggling to make their way in a world that doesn't understand their desire to fit in...and to remain separate. I love the way the author interspersed the rich history of deaf culture with the story to enhance the narrative. I never knew there was so much controversy surrounding things like cochlear implants and lip reading vs. sign language, and I thoroughly enjoyed learning more about the deaf community while reading a great story! <br><br>- Julie H.<br></p></div> | https://catalog.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/search/searchresults.aspx?ctx=1.1033.0.0.35&type=Advanced&term=true%20biz&relation=ALL&by=TI&term2=novic&relation2=ALL&by2=AU&bool1=AND&bool4=AND&limit=&sort=RELEVANCE&page=0&searchid=2 |
| Weyward : a novel | Weyward : a novel | Hart, Emilia, author. | 7062215 | | Book | | 9781250280800 | | <div class="ExternalClass75597EDD0A554633A63EEBE32AEEB3AB"><p>The story of three generations of women connected by their connectedness to nature. Magical realism and historical fiction collide in perfect harmony to create a tale that will stay will you long after you turn the last page. This book was excellent!</p><p>- Heather C.<br></p></div> | https://catalog.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/search/searchresults.aspx?ctx=1.1033.0.0.35&type=Advanced&term=weyward&relation=ALL&by=TI&term2=hart&relation2=ALL&by2=AU&bool1=AND&bool4=AND&limit=&sort=RELEVANCE&page=0&searchid=70 |
| What you are looking for is in the library : a novel | What you are looking for is in the library : a novel | Aoyama, Michiko, 1970- author. | 7320374 | | Book | | 9781335005625 | | <div class="ExternalClassAD2BBEEE9D424474A1A21F51A867B286"><p>This book tells more than one story, but the common thread is a community library, and the person who runs it. I’m not usually a realistic fiction fan, but this was a cozy read with a hint of magical realism. Though the characters in each story have problems they’re going through, they each end up at the library. The overall effect of the book leaves you feeling happy. For those not really big on reality, or who just want something inspiring and uplifting, this one’s a must read. (also a good read-alike is <em>Before the Coffee Gets Cold</em> by Toshikazu Kawaguchi). </p><p>- Tracy S.<br></p></div> | https://catalog.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/search/searchresults.aspx?ctx=1.1033.0.0.35&type=Advanced&term=What%20You%20Are%20Looking%20For%20is%20in%20the%20Library&relation=ALL&by=TI&term2=Aoyama&relation2=ALL&by2=AU&bool1=AND&bool4=AND&limit=&sort=RELEVANCE&page=0&searchid=5 |
| When we are seen : how to come into your power--and empower others along the way | When we are seen : how to come into your power--and empower others along the way | Young, Denise, 1955- author. | 7603938 | | Book | | 9780593239292 | | <div class="ExternalClassE47C93DF7B9741AFABA0B44760D59D46"><p>"For me, valuing how others exist in the world, and understanding what got them to where they are, greatly served my success as a leader, as a human being." I was drawn into this book very early on. Denise Young spoke out loud what I believe in my heart to be true....that we are better employees, better partners and better people, when we focus on relationship. <br></p><p>- Nicole V.<br></p></div> | https://catalog.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/search/searchresults.aspx?ctx=1.1033.0.0.35&type=Advanced&term=When%20We%20Are%20Seen:%20How%20to%20Come%20Into%20Your%20Power%20and%20Empower%20Others%20Along%20the%20Way&relation=ALL&by=TI&term2=denise&relation2=ALL&by2=AU&bool1=AND&bool4=AND&limit=&sort=RELEVANCE&page=0&searchid=3 |
| Why we read : on bookworms, libraries and just one more page before lights out | Why we read : on bookworms, libraries and just one more page before lights out | Reed, Shannon, author. | 7472150 | | Book | | 9781335007964 | | <div class="ExternalClass6C31D5B848EA4379B02625038B5FFA26">Why did I select this book in the first place? I'm not really sure. The cover was nice (and yes, I do judge actual books by their covers), I could relate to the author as a former teacher with a love of sarcasm, and last but not least, it was a request that came through ILL and it just caught my attention by the title alone. Now, why did I keep reading, or in this case listening to it, because from page one, it not only literally spoke to me (audiobook, lol), but also I could picture myself in the place of the author. Just like the author, who stated on the very first line, "I don't remember a time when I didn't know how to read." <br><br><p>This book is for everyone who remembers their first trips to the library and the first book they checked out (<em>The Best Nest </em>by P.D. Eastman), for those that hated the assigned readings in middle and high school because you didn't like being told what you had to read, for the person who only got an hour of sleep due to HAVING to finish the latest book in their favorite series, and to all readers out there who were told to "put the book down and join the rest of the world."</p><p>- Melissa M.<br></p><p><br></p></div> | https://catalog.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/search/searchresults.aspx?ctx=1.1033.0.0.35&type=Advanced&term=why%20we%20read%20on%20bookworms,%20libraries,%20and%20just&relation=ALL&by=TI&term2=reed&relation2=ALL&by2=AU&bool1=AND&bool4=AND&limit=&sort=RELEVANCE&page=0&searchid=4 |
| Woodworm | Woodworm | Martínez, Layla, 1987- author. | 7677513 | | Book | | 9781949641592 | | <div class="ExternalClass91180BC8E02A4A61B20A3F4F7A1B6866">I loved the gothic horror elements present in this book. Additionally, the fact that it is a short yet thrilling read added to my enjoyment! The author explores the elements of revenge, classism, patriarchy, and religion in a duo-narrative style that is compelling and unapologetic. I highly recommend this book to those looking for a translated novella with gothic horror yet modern-day themes.<br><br>I chose this book mainly for the cover since it has a very earthy and gothic touch, but I love that the story still haunts me as I think about it every once in a while randomly! <div><br>- Jennifer K.<br><div><br><p><br></p></div></div></div> | https://catalog.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/search/searchresults.aspx?ctx=1.1033.0.0.35&type=Advanced&term=woodworm&relation=ALL&by=TI&term2=layla&relation2=ALL&by2=AU&bool1=AND&bool4=AND&limit=&sort=RELEVANCE&page=0&searchid=1 |
| Worm and Caterpillar are friends | Worm and Caterpillar are friends | Windness, Kaz, 1974- author, illustrator. | 6949065 | | Book | | 9781665920001 | | <div class="ExternalClass249A4828FEE84758B99A69A7ED2523BD"><p>I loved this book from the moment I saw it while sorting children's books on a truck. The art is so cute and also stylish. It is an attention grabber for sure. I took it home and read it to my daughter and cried. The story is essentially about friendship and differences. It can be a metaphor for many things. I think it is a useful book to teach children about accepting others for who they are. <br></p><p>It also won the following awards:<br>A Theodor Seuss Geisel Honor Book<br>A Kirkus Reviews Best Graphic Novel & Comic<br>A New York Public Library Best Book<br>A Chicago Public Library Best of the Best Book<br></p><p>- Juanita O.<br></p><p><br></p></div> | https://catalog.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/search/searchresults.aspx?ctx=1.1033.0.0.35&type=Advanced&term=worm%20caterpillar&relation=ALL&by=TI&term2=kaz&relation2=ALL&by2=AU&bool1=AND&bool4=AND&limit=&sort=RELEVANCE&page=0&searchid=4 |
