Scott Stedman joins us to celebrate the release of Mouse, his new middle-grade/YA novel about a girl who uses computer code like magic.

"A creative, fast-paced tale that blends the magic and friendship of Harry Potter with the high-tech brilliance of Big Hero 6. A must for coders, hackers, and noobs alike."

–Henry Neff, author

Kathy MacMillan, author of books for children and young adults, joins us for a meet-and-greet in front of the store from 2–3pm. Kathy's picture books include The Runaway Shirt, She Spoke, and Nita's First Signs, which Marlee Matlin calls "a wonderful introduction to the world of American Sign Language for children."

This is a free in-person event. Registration is not required, so don't hesitate to come by any time between 2 and 3 to say hi!

William Martin, author of Back Bay and Bound For Gold, presents December '41, a WWII thriller as intense as The Day of the Jackal and as gripping as The Eye of the Needle.

Called the “king of the historical thriller” by the Providence Journal, Martin has become synonymous with meticulously researched, edge-of-your-seat thrillers that transport the reader across time and place. December '41 is no different, and long-time readers and new fans alike will not be able to turn the pages fast enough this summer.

"Martin concocts a devilishly complex and lusciously detail-rich thriller."

–Booklist

Colleen says: As her ailing father is at the end of his life’s journey, Alice is ruminating over the shallow and spotty relationship she and her dad have. Wanting to be able to ask him questions, share and create a stronger connection, she is not feeling content with her life as the eve of her 40th birthday descends. Things begin to change overnight when something crazy happens! Straub has created a beautiful testament to the bonds of fathers and daughters while providing a nostalgic throwback to the 1990s and time travel trivia. This is a touching novel which asks the age-old questions: “If you could go back in time, would you?” and “What would you change if you could?”

Tracy says: I loved this story of the love between a daughter and her father. Straub artfully uses time travel to help the main character navigate the grief she feels as her father nears the end of his life. This is a fun, heart-felt story. Readers who were coming of age in the late 90s will love all the pop culture references.

Allow me to introduce you to your new favorite book in the romance canon. Izzy is stifled by her stagnant career in publishing where she spends her days crafting unanswered emails to arrogant prospective authors like Beau. Izzy hopes a house call might soften both Beau’s tough exterior and her boss's disapproval. As Izzy learns that things are not always as they seem, I found myself grinning alongside her, and my own cynicism for romance melting. As warm and radiant as they come and yet somehow free of the eye roll inducing cliches; my biggest qualm is that I cannot befriend these characters in real life.

Just as brilliant and well-crafted as Black Sun, Fevered Star picks up in a world coming to terms with its violent history, bigotry, casteism, and corruption. The stakes are higher than ever for the stability of the Meridian: the plotters are more conniving and ruthless, and those drawn into their whirlpool are fighting their damnedest to swim amidst the sharks. Thrilling, wrenching, and completely captivating.

Published three years ago, this prescient young adult novel should be read by everyone who can get their hands on a copy. Weaving in Irish folklore, historical and recent events surrounding reproductive rights, queer rights, and bodily autonomy, All the Bad Apples leaps from the page, grasps your hand, and invites you to scream along with it.

As full-fledged conductors, Kate and Tom travel in the Silver Arrow along the Great Secret Intercontinental Railway (GSIR) all over the planet searching for their missing Uncle Herbert while still grappling with trying to bring back balance to the world. On this adventure, they come upon the Golden Swift, another train on the GSIR with its own agenda. Mysteries abound in this sequel to Grossman’s The Silver Arrow. There is plenty of drama both in Kate’s real world and her magical world accessed by her steam engine, gifted to her by her eccentric and mysterious uncle last year. The question plaguing Kate throughout this story is “when you are a human being fighting to save nature, are you the hero or the villain?” There are no simple answers. A fabulous read that takes the reader on another magnificent journey!

Middle-Grade Monthly is our subscription service for kids ages 8-12! Each month our children's book buyer Lauren and school liaison Cassie select a newly-released chapter book. Get your hands on the newest and soon-to-be coveted books of the year. We offer monthly and yearly subscriptions, and you can pick up your book at the store or have it mailed to you. Click on the link below for FAQs about the program.

The May 2022 pick is Zachary Ying and the Dragon Emperor by Xiran Jay Zhao. To find out more about our subscription service, click here.

A Child's Library is our subscription service for children ages 0-5! Lauren and Cassie select one newly-released picture book each month to be sent or picked-up from the store. The goal of A Child's Library is to help foster a love for books within the child's home. It makes a great baby shower gift!

The May 2022 pick is Mr. Darcy by Alex Field & Peter Carnavas. To find out more about our subscription service, click here.