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New in Fiction

Available 5/2

Historical fiction

"At the heart of this novel is a shattering loss that irrevocably changes the lives of a cast of complex, delightful characters. Henry is a born storyteller, keeping the reader on tenterhooks as she expertly unveils the truths and lies that drive this gripping, magical tale." --Fiona Davis, New York Times bestselling author of The Magnolia Palace

Available 5/2

Literary fiction

"Instantly and utterly absorbing is the so-worth-the-wait new novel by the author of Cutting for Stone . . . Verghese--who gifts the matriarch his mother's name and even some of her stories--illuminates colonial history, challenges castes and classism, and exposes injustices, all while spectacularly spinning what will undoubtedly be one of the most lauded, awarded, best-selling novels of the year."-- Terry Hong, Booklist (starred review)

Available 5/2

Fantasy

"An exhilarating dragon ride of a fantasy! Brutal, fast-paced, compelling, and simmering with romantic tension that left me on the edge of my seat. Fourth Wing is everything I want in a book and more. Phenomenal! Move this one to the top of your TBR." --Samantha Young, New York Times and USA Today bestselling author

Available 5/9

Mythology

"Captivating...The ending is so beautiful it makes every moment leading up to it worth the wait. In her acknowledgements, Saint says she hopes the novel will make readers fall as in love with Atalanta as she did--and her quest has been fulfilled."

-- Kirkus

Available 5/16

Historical fiction

★ "Not only a significant contribution to our understanding of the Holocaust but a moving reflection on loss, memory, and the past, in equal measures heartwarming and heartrending. Highly recommended."--Library Journal (starred review)

Available 5/2

Literary fiction

"Breathtaking and pulse-pounding...Adjei-Brenyah delivers insightful critiques of the prison-industrial complex, capitalism, and the ways in which Hollywood and celebrity culture exploit Black talent. Both the political allegory and the edge-of-your-seat action work beautifully. Readers will be wowed."

--Publishers Weekly, starred review

Available 5/16

Mystery

"[A] superior blend of humor and detection. . . . Gray makes her endearing leads' sleuthing both plausible and entertaining while evoking the wit and feel of Austen's classic novels."

--Publishers Weekly (starred review)

New in Nonfiction

Available 5/2

Biography

"A profoundly haunting work of historical investigation, a reporter's dogged inquiry into the tangled history of his Nazi grandfather . . . Fatherland is an unflinching, gorgeously written, and deeply moving exploration of morality, family, and war." --Patrick Radden Keefe, author of Empire of Pain

Available 5/16

Biography

"The most comprehensive MLK biography to date . . . Eig refuses to 'defang' King, instead pushing Americans to recognize the radical nature of his demands for justice and his resistance to not only racism but militarism and capitalism." --Booklist (starred review)

Available 5/23

Biography

[A] marvelous history...Drawing on Clover and Jotter's journals and letters, Sevigny recreates their expedition in novelistic detail, producing a narrative as propulsive as the current of the Colorado. Readers will be swept away.-- "Publishers Weekly (starred review)"

Available 5/2

Parenting

"Parenting can be hard. We all want to do right by our kids, but it's easy to get lost in the moment. This book is a simple way to ground us, to force a reflection on the choices we're making, and the ones we want to make. And it's not just for dads." - Emily Oster, bestselling author of Expecting Better and The Family Firm

Available 5/23

Self-help

"As is true of Charlie himself, this book is not just about goodness but grit, not just kindness but courage. It is also a shining example of the magic that can happen when a master storyteller with a deeply inquiring mind finds a subject that has hidden within it a million tantalizing opportunities to learn, to question, and to grow." -- Candice Millard, author of River of the Gods

New in Young Adult

Available 5/2

Thriller

"Hitting hard when it comes to issues such as citizenship, language revitalization, and the corrosive presence of drugs on Native communities, this novel will long stand in the hearts of both Native and non-Native audiences." ―Publishers Weekly, Starred Review

Available 5/30

Historical fiction

* "Readers will cheer for the bold, resourceful protagonist as she uses her newfound power to bring everyone she cares about together ... Mayle's evocative black-and-white art and interstitial chapters centering Ty's ancestors through the centuries round out the contemporary storyline ... Deeply moving, beautifully written, and inspiring." -- Kirkus Reviews, starred review

Available 5/30

Mystery

"A delight for teen Poirots, chock-full of puzzling clues and swirling tensions." -- Kirkus Reviews

New in Middle Grade

Available 5/23

Myths/Social themes

"Schmidt employs his signature narrative style, balancing scenes of humor and affecting gravity through Hercules's droll narration. A moving hero's journey." -- Publishers Weekly (starred review)

Available 5/16

Action/adventure

Butternut, a young rabbit who loves stories, makes friends among the other animals and birds of Milkweed Meadow, and convinces them to help her rescue a litter of orphaned coyote pups. (publisher marketing)

Available 5/2

Animals

"The story leads readers to ponder the ecological devastation of the ivory trade, the difficulties of being torn from your homeland at an early age, and the horrors of many circuses and zoos. But countering that is also the joy of friendship, humans' kindness toward animals, and the joy of just being a kid.... For fans of Ivan as well as animals in general, this is a special sequel." -- Booklist (starred review)

Available 5/2

Fantasy/magic

An exhilarating, wondrous middle grade debut about a brother and sister on a quest to defeat a tyrannical ruler and protect a magical book, perfect for fans of Philip Pullman and Katherine Rundell. (publisher marketing)

Available 5/2

Art/animals

When Zookeeper Fred's green snake Vern gets loose in the zoo, the Questioneers need all their talents to help find him, but in the end, it is Aaron's art that leads the way. Includes facts about snakes. (publisher marketing)

Available 5/2

Fantasy

Skandar's adventure among the warrior unicorns continues in this spectacular sequel to the instant New York Times and international bestseller Skandar and the Unicorn Thief. (publisher marketing)

New in Picture Books

Available 5/16

School concepts

Ages 4-7

The hilarious crayons from the #1 New York Times bestselling The Day The Crayons Quit are ready to go back to school! (publisher marketing)

Available 5/2

Social themes

Ages 4-8

Nimbus learns how to weather her cloudy moods and accept help from her best friend, Kelp, in this charming and gently encouraging picture book companion to the New York Times bestselling Not Quite Narwhal and Perfectly Pegasus. (publisher marketing)

Available 5/9

Marine life

Ages 5-8

EVERYONE LOVES SHELLS!: The perfect book for amateur naturalists, vacation-goers, and armchair travelers for whom beaches, and their shells, hold a special place in the heart. (publisher marketing)

Available 5/2

Nature

Ages 3-7

EVERYONE LOVES SHELLS!: The perfect book for amateur naturalists, vacation-goers, and armchair travelers for whom beaches, and their shells, hold a special place in the heart. (publisher marketing)

Available 5/2

Animals

Ages 3-6

Award-winning, bestselling author and illustrator Emily Gravett follows a group of playful cats as they turn a mess of color into an engaging display of art and text. (publisher marketing)

Available 5/16

Family

Ages 4-7

Ravi spends summer vacation with his cousins sharing in all their favorite activities, including eating ice cream. (publisher marketing)

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