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NorthrangerNorthranger, Graphic Novel
by Terciero, ReyGraphic Novel, 2023First edition.Graphic Novel, 2023. First edition.
Added Oct 23, 2025
Lunar BoyLunar Boy, Graphic Novel
by Wibowo, JessicaGraphic Novel, 2024First edition.Graphic Novel, 2024. First edition.
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Born to a wealthy family, Graciela Iturbide was told she needed to become a homemaker and mother, not the writer she dreamed of being. Her father gave her a camera and after a family tragedy she turned to her camera to better understand what happened. She is considered among the finest practitioners of black-and- white photography in the world and is known for respectful approach to photographing indigenous people. She helped found the Mexican Council of Photography. Learn more about Iturbide with Gale in Context: Biography at https://www.sno-isle.org/teen-subject/history-culture/. See her work at http://www.gracielaiturbide.org/ (in Spanish and English) and at https://www.icp.org/browse/archive/constituents/graciela-iturbide?all/all/all/all/0 Born to a wealthy family, Graciela Iturbide was told she needed to become a homemaker and mother, not the writer she dreamed of being. Her father gave her a camera and after a family tragedy she turned to her camera to better understand what…
Isla to IslandIsla to Island, Graphic Novel
by Castellanos, AlexisGraphic Novel, 2022Graphic Novel, 2022
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Added May 12, 2024
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A poignant visual exploration of what it means to leave your parents, homeland and even your language behind when you arrive in a new country to be cared for by strangers. Marisol's exploration and discovery of her new home expands dramatically when she discovers her school library. Author/artist Alexis Castellanos tells this story almost entirely in images where the color changes as Marisol's understanding of the people around her and her emotions change.A poignant visual exploration of what it means to leave your parents, homeland and even your language behind when you arrive in a new country to be cared for by strangers. Marisol's exploration and discovery of her new home expands dramatically when…
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Added Jan 23, 2024
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A rip-roaring reimagining of 1930s history with magic and women racing brooms to raise money to leave Mississippi for California where they won't be barred from magic because of the color of their skin. Poignant and passionate, "Brooms" will fly into your heart and you'll race through the gorgeously illustrated pages.A rip-roaring reimagining of 1930s history with magic and women racing brooms to raise money to leave Mississippi for California where they won't be barred from magic because of the color of their skin. Poignant and passionate, "Brooms" will fly…
Station EternityStation Eternity, Book
by Lafferty, MurBook, 2022First edition.Book, 2022. First edition.
Added Oct 05, 2023
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From the time Mallory Viridian was a child, people have been murdered around her and she has solved most of those crimes. But unlike the heroines of cozy mystery novel series, no one wants to hang out with a murder magnet who writes mysteries to pay the bills. Jessica Fletcher, Mallory is not.From the time Mallory Viridian was a child, people have been murdered around her and she has solved most of those crimes. But unlike the heroines of cozy mystery novel series, no one wants to hang out with a murder magnet who writes mysteries to pay…
Can't Spell Treason Without TeaCan't Spell Treason Without Tea, Book
by Thorne, RebeccaBook, 2022Book, 2022
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Added Sep 12, 2023
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Adorable cozy fantasy about starting over with your love after your adult life is filled with politics, toxic work environment and tyranny.
Added Jun 05, 2023
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Charming, funny and delightful. The breathe of fresh air that Sarah Anderson brings to humor makes this comic collection a must have comfort read.
HallelujahHallelujah, DVDLeonard Cohen, A Journey, A Song
DVD, 2022DVD, 2022
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Added Jun 05, 2023
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Traces the history of the iconic Leonard Cohen song "Hallelujah" in its many different versions. Told through and an overview of the poet's life, this documentary showcases the impact this song has had on many musicians.
The Scourge Between StarsThe Scourge Between Stars, Book
by Brown, NessBook, 2023First edition.Book, 2023. First edition.
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Added Jun 05, 2023
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Taught and entertaining, this debut is a love letter to Ellen Ripely and Alien, but The Scourge Between Stars is far smarter than Alien and John W. Campbell Jr.'s Who Goes There? and other stories with unwanted visitors messing up an already fraught space voyage.Taught and entertaining, this debut is a love letter to Ellen Ripely and Alien, but The Scourge Between Stars is far smarter than Alien and John W. Campbell Jr.'s Who Goes There? and other stories with unwanted visitors messing up an already fraught…
Blazewrath GamesBlazewrath Games, Book
by Ortiz, AmparoBook, 2020Book, 2020
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Added Mar 17, 2023
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A heroic act to save a dragon puts Lana Torres in the limelight and she has the chance to fulfil her dreams of representing her native Puerto Rico in their first ever Blazewrath Games as the Runner, the only team member who doesn't ride a dragon. While she's fast, Lana needs to get up to speed on martial arts, overcome her fear that her new teammates merely tolerate her, and contend with imposter syndrome because after her parents' divorce, she has lived in the United States, rather than her homeland. The safety of the cup is in jeopardy because of the Sire, a dragon cursed into human form, who wants dragons to rule humans. The Sire has masterminded a strategy and will stop at nothing to control the Blazewrath Games and the magically unique dragons of Puerto Rico.A heroic act to save a dragon puts Lana Torres in the limelight and she has the chance to fulfil her dreams of representing her native Puerto Rico in their first ever Blazewrath Games as the Runner, the only team member who doesn't ride a dragon.…
All Systems RedAll Systems Red, Book
by Wells, MarthaBook, 2017First edition.Book, 2017. First edition.
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Added Mar 16, 2023
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Murderbot hacked its governing model for REASONS and all it really just wants to do is stream TV, especially episode 397 of "Rise and Fall of Sanctuary Moon." But those pesky humans it is supposed to protect keep stumbling into trouble and it must rescue them. Drastic action is needed! First in a series that explores found family, the impact of capitalistic greed, and what it means to be sentient. Come for the action and stay for Murderbot's love of "Rise and Fall of Sanctuary Moon" and those pesky humans and discover fans love this series.Murderbot hacked its governing model for REASONS and all it really just wants to do is stream TV, especially episode 397 of "Rise and Fall of Sanctuary Moon." But those pesky humans it is supposed to protect keep stumbling into trouble and it must…
Star ChildStar Child, BookA Biographical Constellation of Octavia Estelle Butler
by Zoboi, Ibi AanuBook, 2022Book, 2022
Added Aug 04, 2022
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Ibi Aanu Zoboi weaves a delightful "constellation" of biographical and historical facts, Butler's own writing, interviews with the author, poetry inspired by Butler's life, and in one chapter Zoboi's personal experiences with Butler, first as a fan and then as a writing student at Clarion West. The poetry introduces each section of the biography and provides a nuanced exploration of Butler's life, challenges and the way her imagination worked. While this work is aimed at middle-graders, this delightful read also works for teens and adults. If you're interested in Butler, pair this book with Lynell George's Hugo-nominated "A Handful of Earth, A Handful of Sky: The World of Octavia E. Butler." Zoboi's biography emphasizes the need for a rich biography of Butler for teen and adult audiences.Ibi Aanu Zoboi weaves a delightful "constellation" of biographical and historical facts, Butler's own writing, interviews with the author, poetry inspired by Butler's life, and in one chapter Zoboi's personal experiences with Butler, first as a fan…
Added Aug 03, 2022
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After Sona Steelcrest survives the attack on her community and the death of her parents, she resolves vengeance. Against all odds she infiltrates the ranks of Windup pilots and receives the cybernetic enhancements to allow her to control the huge robots enforce Godolia's tyrannical rule. Sona’s endgame: Tear down Godolia from within. When other Windup pilots capture the rebel Eris Shindanai, a Gearbreaker who wields fire, Sona sees her chance to make her move. The two must learn to trust each other and then embrace the power of their love to survive their greatest challenge, taking on the Zeniths, the leaders of Godolia. Gearbreakers has all the intense worldbuilding, slow-burn, tender romance and thrilling action and high-octane battles against an oppressive, exploitive regime that you loved in Hunger Games, plus giant robots!After Sona Steelcrest survives the attack on her community and the death of her parents, she resolves vengeance. Against all odds she infiltrates the ranks of Windup pilots and receives the cybernetic enhancements to allow her to control the huge…
Added Apr 15, 2022
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To save her family, Maia disguises herself as her brother and with her mother's magic scissors enters a cutthroat Project Runway-like competition in hopes that she will become the imperial tailor. But back-stabbing competitors have nothing on the schemes of the emperor's reluctant bride-to-be, whose final challenge demands Maia to create three wedding gowns crafted from the laughter of the sun, the tears of the moon, and the blood of the stars. If you love Chinese-inspired fantasy, everyday people caught up in the machinations of nobles and star-crossed lovers, you will fall in love with Spin the Dawn. Its sequel, Unravel the Dusk, is due out July, 2020.To save her family, Maia disguises herself as her brother and with her mother's magic scissors enters a cutthroat Project Runway-like competition in hopes that she will become the imperial tailor. But back-stabbing competitors have nothing on the…
Added Mar 23, 2022
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Micheline Helsing (yeah, that Helsing, as in Stoker's Dracula) and her crew of fellow cadets training to be hunters of ghosts and various undead. But when her propensity to rush into a situation gets her and her crew infected with a soul chain, they have seven days to find a cure.
This novel is filled with creepy suspense, tons of action, really icky monsters, and dark family secrets. Will appeal to fans of Paranormal.Micheline Helsing (yeah, that Helsing, as in Stoker's Dracula) and her crew of fellow cadets training to be hunters of ghosts and various undead. But when her propensity to rush into a situation gets her and her crew infected with a soul chain, they…
White Trash WarlockWhite Trash Warlock, Book
by Slayton, David R.Book, 2020First edition.Book, 2020. First edition.
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Added Jan 27, 2022
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This is the gay warlock story you didn't know you needed to read. Years before the novel opens, Adam's brother pulls him out of high school and commits him to a psych ward because Adam has the Sight and hears voices. Years later, when Bobby's wife is possessed by a strange spirit, he calls Adam to help. When Adam arrives in Denver, he quickly realizes he's in over his head and the answers may lie in a past neither brother wants to face. David R. Slayton casts a spell over readers with his deft weave of compelling characters supernatural mystery, family secrets and the craving for magical power.This is the gay warlock story you didn't know you needed to read. Years before the novel opens, Adam's brother pulls him out of high school and commits him to a psych ward because Adam has the Sight and hears voices. Years later, when Bobby's wife…
Sir Fig Newton and the Science of PersistenceSir Fig Newton and the Science of Persistence, eBook
by Thomas, SonjaeBook, 2022eBook, 2022
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Added Jan 18, 2022
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Budding scientist Mira is facing an equation for a horrible summer.
Her father was laid off from his engineering job.
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Her best friend moved away and is making new friends.
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Her science fair rival starts showing up on Mira's doorstop, possibly to spy on Mira's newest project.
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Her parents can't afford treatment for her beloved cat Sir Fig Newton who has developed feline diabetes.
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Her mom and want to give Fig to a family who can pay for the insulin injections.
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Desperation for Mira who must figure out the a formula to raise money to help Fig.
This book is filled with black girl STEM magic, a neighborhood of supportive friends and family, (though dad is afraid of needles,) and an adorable cat.Budding scientist Mira is facing an equation for a horrible summer.
Her father was laid off from his engineering job.
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Her best friend moved away and is making new friends.
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Her science fair rival starts showing up on Mira's doorstop,…
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Added Dec 24, 2021
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Pacific Rim meets Handmaid's Tale when Wu Zetian becomes a pilot's concubine to avenger her sister's death. By avenging her sister, Zetian transforms into the Iron Widow. That is just the start of this full-throttled novel set in a futuristic world where boys dream of piloting qi-powered giant transforming robots called Chrysalises against aliens. But girls are used as batteries to help the male pilots, often dying in the cockpits. As Zetian and her friends and allies Li Shimin and Gao Yizhi learn about the secrets of the piloting system, Zetian's goal of tearing down the misogynistic system built on the suffering of marginalized people drives the plot. This SF/F novel was inspired by the true story of China's first and only female emperor. Ask a librarian to help you find information on the real Wu Ze-Tian. (Also in Cloud Library)Pacific Rim meets Handmaid's Tale when Wu Zetian becomes a pilot's concubine to avenger her sister's death. By avenging her sister, Zetian transforms into the Iron Widow. That is just the start of this full-throttled novel set in a futuristic world…
A Game of Birds and WolvesA Game of Birds and Wolves, BookThe Ingenious Young Women Whose Secret Board Game Helped Win World War II
by Parkin, SimonBook, 2020First US edition.Book, 2020. First US edition.
Added Dec 24, 2021
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In “A Game of Birds and Wolves,” Simon Parkin describes how war games, now accepted by military commanders as necessary, were used to hunt Nazi submarines attacking British convey ships carrying supplies. While we know who won WWII, this book will keep you on the edge of your seat as you experience a little documented but incredibly exciting aspect of naval warfare.In “A Game of Birds and Wolves,” Simon Parkin describes how war games, now accepted by military commanders as necessary, were used to hunt Nazi submarines attacking British convey ships carrying supplies. While we know who won WWII, this book will…
Dark and Deepest RedDark and Deepest Red, Book
by McLemore, Anna-MarieBook, 2020First edition.Book, 2020. First edition.
Added Dec 24, 2021
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Anna-Marie McLemore’s “Dark and Deepest Red” retells the Red Shoes in a complex lush story that spans 16th Century Strasbourg (France) where Lavinia and her aunt hide their Romani heritage to escape persecution and death and a modern small town where magic arrives every year and Rosella’s family crafts beautiful shoes by hand and Emil’s family encourages him to embrace his Romani heritage but he fears he will reveal his family’s secrets. In Strasbourg, a plague forces women to dance until they die. In present day, a pair of red shoes attach themselves to Rosella’s feet taking her places she doesn't want to to. And Emil’s family heritage might hold the secret Rosella surviving wearing the red shoes.Anna-Marie McLemore’s “Dark and Deepest Red” retells the Red Shoes in a complex lush story that spans 16th Century Strasbourg (France) where Lavinia and her aunt hide their Romani heritage to escape persecution and death and a modern small town…
Banned Book ClubBanned Book Club, Graphic Novel
by Kim, Hyun SookGraphic Novel, 2020First edition.Graphic Novel, 2020. First edition.
Added Dec 24, 2021
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In the 1980s, a dictatorship in South Korea suppressed many books and student protests. Kim Hyun Sook's memoir of being the first woman in her family to attend college. Invited to join a book club, she and other club members risked arrest and torture because they dared to read what had been banned and Hyun Sook grows from a reader to a leader.In the 1980s, a dictatorship in South Korea suppressed many books and student protests. Kim Hyun Sook's memoir of being the first woman in her family to attend college. Invited to join a book club, she and other club members risked arrest and…
The Girl From the SeaThe Girl From the Sea, Graphic Novel
by Ostertag, Molly KnoxGraphic Novel, 2021First edition.Graphic Novel, 2021. First edition.
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Added Dec 24, 2021
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As sweet and magical as a first kiss. An adorable Sapphic romance between Morgan, a closeted Korean American girl, and Keltie, a selkie who saves her from drowning. Morgan isn't ready to leave the closet and is keeping news of of Keltie from her family and friends. Keltie also seeks protect the local seals from the impact of a new cruise ship owned by the parents of one of Morgen's friends. Lovely illustrations, fabulous friendships and an achingly sweet first love. Perfect for people who love The Tea Dragon Society and Princess, Princess and Drama.As sweet and magical as a first kiss. An adorable Sapphic romance between Morgan, a closeted Korean American girl, and Keltie, a selkie who saves her from drowning. Morgan isn't ready to leave the closet and is keeping news of of Keltie from her…
Getting It TogetherGetting It Together, Graphic NovelVol. 1
by Grace, SinaGraphic Novel, 2021Graphic Novel, 2021
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Added Jun 29, 2021
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A funny, quirky and poignant comedy/drama about a group of friends trying to figure out life in their 20s. This comic revolves around siblings Jack and Lauren who are each trying figure out how to make their dreams happen. Lauren want to make it as an indie rocker and she's willing to leave behind both her band and her boyfriend Sam. Sam is besties with Lauren's brother Jack and Jack is struggling to keep the confidences of his sister and friend separate and he's searching for love but not finding the guy of his dreams.A funny, quirky and poignant comedy/drama about a group of friends trying to figure out life in their 20s. This comic revolves around siblings Jack and Lauren who are each trying figure out how to make their dreams happen. Lauren want to make it as…
Added Apr 02, 2019
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Kidnapped by Vathek conquerors, Amani is stolen from her family and her faith and forced to become the body double for the heir, half-Vathek Princess Maram. Inspired by legends of strong Andalusian Moroccan women, this epic space fantasy keeps readers on the edge of their seats as Amani navigates politics and danger and grows from a frightened girl who dreams of writing poetry to a quiet revolutionary who uses her brains to help thwart the colonializers. First in a series. For fans of Sabaa Tahir, Roshani Chokshi, and Marissa Meyer.Kidnapped by Vathek conquerors, Amani is stolen from her family and her faith and forced to become the body double for the heir, half-Vathek Princess Maram. Inspired by legends of strong Andalusian Moroccan women, this epic space fantasy keeps…
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