There’s An Alien in Your Book by Tom Fletcher Every single one of Tom Fletcher’s works entices giggles and nonstop fun – and There’s An Alien In Your Book is no different. What do you do when an alien crash lands in your book? How can you get him out? Shake? Bounce? Or do you just accept it? This outof-this world interactive adventure, with its gentle message about inclusion and acceptance, speaks to all readers, young and old. How to Solve a Problem: The Rise (and Falls) of a Rock-Climbing Champion by Ashima Shiraishi This true story of strength and perseverance by one of the world’s youngest rock-climbing champions will amaze you. There are books about young people taking chances and making names for themselves by tackling difficult situations, but Ashima Shiraishi has taken it to the apex. One of the youngest climbers to summit the most difficult rocks in the world, she uses her experiences to show others how to break down and conquer their (non-rock climbing) problems. BY SUZANNE LUCEY
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REFRESH YOUR SPRING READING LIST
e hear it all the time – spring is a time of renewal. It’s a time to revitalize our homes, our bodies, and our minds. What better way to refresh our homes than with a good spring cleaning? What better way to refresh our bodies than with warm weather workouts? What better way to refresh our minds than enjoying a good book? So this spring, rejuvenate your brain – and your reading repertoire – with this crop of good reads.
CHILDREN Who Will You Be? by Andrea Pippins While intended for little readers, this poignant and stunning picture book is the perfect baby shower or graduation gift, as it stirs up the wonder and joy that we all want and hope for our children. As described by publisher Penguin Random House, Who Will You Be? “features gorgeous artwork and gentle words that celebrate childhood and is an ode to the power of our village – and a reminder that every child is uniquely wonderful.” 24
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Peter and the Tree Children by Peter Wohlleben From the author of the New York Times bestseller Secret Life of Trees comes this brilliant new children’s picture book that shares the real story of how trees communicate, feel, and grow.
YOUNG ADULT The Ballad of Songbirds and Snakes (A Hunger Games Novel) by Suzanne Collins Available May 2020 As described by Scholastic, “The Ballad of Songbirds and Snakes will revisit the world of Panem 64 years before the events of The Hunger Games, starting on the morning of the reaping of the Tenth Hunger Games.” As there has been a significant number of pre-order requests for this highly-anticipated prequel, I have not yet been able to get a review copy ... but I am very excited to read about President Snow! Wonder Woman: Tempest Tossed by Laura Halse Anderson Available June 2020 A master of historical fiction for young adult readers, Laura Halse Anderson is releasing her first graphic novel, featuring 16-year-old Princess Diana. As described by publisher DC Comics, her “new thought-provoking young adult graphic novel will spotlight powerful themes, including American idealism and the refugee experience.” This is a story of finding your strength, friendship, and what it means to make a difference.
ADULT The Southern Book Club’s Guide to Slaying Vampires by Grady Hendrix A Southern town in the ’90s is where you’ll meet a group of tired, underappreciated women who are united through their mystery
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