Fiction
All the Broken Places
by John Boyne
For decades Gretel Fernsby rarely spoke of her past. But when a new neighbor moves in, she’s forced to reckon with her family’s actions during World War II.
Stella Maris
by Cormac McCarthy
The second book in the the Pulitzer Prize-winning author’s series The Passenger focuses on the main character’s sister after a schizophrenia diagnosis.
Now is Not the Time to Panic
by Kevin Wilson
In this big-hearted novel, two teenagers become best friends over the course of a summer and embark on a life-changing art project.
Secluded Cabin Sleeps Six
by Lisa Unger
Three couples head for a vacation in the woods but discover hidden histories that turn the weekend from a dream to a nightmare.
The Twist of a Knife
by Anthony Horowitz
In this classic whodunit, the only man who can prove Horowitz is not a murderer won’t take his calls.
Nonfiction
Number One Is Walking
by Steve Martin
The beloved comedian teams up with New Yorker cartoonist Harry Bliss to share stories and illustrations of his adventures in Hollywood.
American Caliph
by Shahan Mufti
Backed by transcripts and interviews, Mufti recounts the mystifying hostage crisis of the 1970s and the rise of the American Islamic movement.
What’s for Dessert
by Claire Saffitz
This is the perfect cookbook to give you the inspiration and the recipes you need to sate the family’s sweet tooth over the holidays.
The Light We Carry
by Michelle Obama
Combining inspiration, self-care, and reflection, the former first lady offers strategies for staying optimistic and balanced in today’s world.
Friends, Lovers, and the Big Terrible Thing
by Matthew Perry
The Friends star reflects on his life, from growing up in Canada to his on-screen success to his battles with addiction.
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