10 Fabulous Reads for a Parisian Summer ... and so much more!
FOR ADULTS
Fabulous Reads for a Parisian Summer
The Little Paris Bookshop by Nina
George
Jean Perdu is a “literary apothecary” Seine. He can prescribe any book except himself. Can literature finally heartbreak?
La Buvette by Camille
Fourmont
From the owner of a Paris bar and guide and recipe book will have chic Parisian in no time.
The Paris Apartment by Lucy
Foley
When Jess heads to Paris for a fresh out that her brother has gone missing. in the neighbourhood is a suspect!
Vanessa Yu’s Magical Paris by Roselle Lim
In this sweet tale of magical realism, departs for Paris to learn more about telling abilities in a cozy tea shop.
24 Hours in Paris by Romi
Moondi
Mira and Jake find themselves stuck hours and devise clever ways to romantic city, falling for each other
apothecary” living on the book to any reader— finally cure his own and cafe, this style you hosting like a fresh start, she finds missing. Everyone suspect! Paris Tea Shop
realism, Vanessa Yu about her fortuneshop.
All Signs Point to Paris
by Natasha Sizlo
A memoir of second-chance love and astrology! After a psychic reading, Natasha Sizlo heads to Paris to track down her prophesied soulmate.
L’appart
by David Lebovitz
An American chef in Paris uses his home renovation as a charming way to explore his expat life in the magical—and foreign—city.
A Bakery in Paris
by Aimie K. Runyan
Dual timelines in this historical novel follow two women who fight for what’s right while running a small family bakery in Montmartre.
A Moveable Feast
by Ernest Hemingway
Hemingway’s classic collection of essays from his time in 1920s Paris evokes the flourishing artistic scene of the era.
stuck in Paris for 24 pass time in the other along the way.
Time Was Soft There
by Jeremy Mercer
A portrait of Paris’s famous Shakespeare & Co. bookstore through the eyes of a Canadian reporter who made the shop his home.
FOR ADULTS
9 Flavorful Culinary Guides for Summer Parties
The Summer Table by
Lisa Lemke
Are you looking for more ways to outdoor dining experience? In this author shares enjoyable recipes and will brighten up your summer table.
The Complete Summer Cookbook
From fresh salads to make-ahead grill-prepared dishes, this book offers recipes that will make your summer unforgettable.
Summer Every Day by Acland Geddes
Inspired by the principles of the Mediterranean diet, this approachable cookbook recipes that will make your meals and colorful.
Saladish by Ilene
Rosen
Combining contrasting flavors and cookbook features nutritious recipes ordinary salads into amazing creations. cook the saladish way.
Vegan Cheese by Jules
Aron
Making cheese is not as difficult as Straightforward and enticing, these recipes will make your charcuterie impressive.
elevate your this cookbook, the and menus that table. Cookbook meals and offers delicious summer gatherings Mediterranean features over 65 more delicious and textures, this recipes that transform creations. It’s time to as it may sound. these plant-based charcuterie board more
Summer Fizz
What can be better than a fizzy drink during the warmest days of the year? With vibrant photographs, this guide offers a wide variety of punches, cocktails, and mocktails that burst with flavors.
Great Scoops
by Marlene Haley
Packed with easy-to-follow instructions and useful tips, this delightful collection of ice cream recipes will turn your frozen treats into irresistible scoops of joy.
For the Love of Popsicles
by Sarah Bond
Are you looking for guilt-free frosty delights to beat the heat? Organized from A to Z, these recipes will help you make healthy popsicles with natural ingredients.
No Bake Treats
by Julianne Bayer
You don’t need to turn on the oven to make an exquisite cake for your loved ones. This great selection of unbaked desserts will become your companion for any occasion.
Intriguing New Titles in Time for Summer
Storytime With Franklin
by
Paulette Bourgeois
The classic children’s literature new form with this collection of narratives.
Cranky
by
Phuc Tran
For those looking for a heartwarming insightful tale about communicating there’s this picture book about Cranky.
The 169-story Treehouse by Andy
Griffiths
The 13th volume in the popular Treehouse series is here. Read of Andy and Terry’s lives in a gigantic now.
Winnie Nash Is Not your
by
Nicole Melleby
Winnie Nash is finding it hard to identity a secret from her grandmother. only respite is a dream to join the in New York.
A Crane Among Wolves by
June Hur
Fans of young adult historical fantasy may want to pick up this action-packed into 1506 Korea. The narrative romance between Prince Daehyun Iseul.
Franklin character finds of six beloved heartwarming and communicating emotions, about a crane named Treehouse popular junior fiction about the chaos gigantic treehouse your Sunshine to keep her queer grandmother. Her the Pride Parade Wolves fantasy fiction action-packed jaunt includes a Daehyun and Hwang
The Eternal Ones
by Namina Forna
Third and last in The Gilded Ones fantasy series finds Deka on an epic search for what makes her divine.
Fangirl Down
by Tessa Bailey
Popular romance author Tessa Bailey’s latest offering ventures into the sports world.
Professional golfer Wells Whitaker recruits former fan Josephine Doyle to jumpstart his dwindling career and maybe even his heart.
The Hunter
by Tana French
Crime novelist Tana French gives us this latest in the Cal Hooper series. In atmospheric Western Ireland, we follow a retired policeman from Chicago.
The Secret Keeper
by Genevieve Graham
Set during World War Two, this novel about twins Dot and Dash (Morse code fans anyone?) charts their brave exploits as codebreaker and pilot respectively.
FOR TEENS
Scintillating Teen Reads
My Plain Jane
by Cynthia Hand, Brodi Ashton Jodi Meadows
Second in a historical fantasy has now been adapted into “My streaming on Prime. This time three authors turn their attention Eyre and Charlotte Brontë.
A Tempest of Tea
by
Hafsah Faizal
Finding themselves misfits in White Roaring, Arthie Casimir family’ are undertaking a heist tearoom/vampire den afloat.
Finale
by Stephanie Garber
The third and final book in a about the mysterious “Caraval” annual competition that could consequences.
The Rest of the Story
by Sarah Dessen
Sarah Dessen’s most recent publication paints a nuanced portrait of mother she lost to addiction, her family she’s never gotten
Ashton &
fantasy series that “My Lady Jane,” time around, the attention to Jane in a city called Casimir and her ‘found heist to keep their afloat.
Dark Star Burning, Ash Falls White
by
Amélie Wen Zhao
Second in the Song of the Last Kingdom duology, Dark Star Burning continues Lan and Zen’s adventures, influenced by Chinese fantasy writing and mythology.
What A Desi Girl Wants
by Sabina Khan
Fans of the Amanda Bynes movie What A Girl Wants may want to read this modern take on the story. In it, American teen Mehar is invited to the wedding of her estranged father who happens to be an Indian royal.
fantasy series “Caraval” show -- an could have serious publication teen Emma, the addiction, and the side of gotten to know.
The Colliding Worlds of Mina Lee
by Ellen Oh
Korean American teenager Mina has a passion for writing webcomics. When she starts to write one about her own life, she gets pulled into the world of the story, including a romance with classmate Jin.
Kween
by Vichet Chum
Soma Kear is a Cambodian American teen whose slam poetry has taken off online. With her father deported back to Cambodia, and a crush on schoolmate Britney in the mix, entering a poetry competition might be just the outlet she needs.
10 FOR KIDS
Splashy Picture Books about Marine Animals
A Spark in the Dark
by Pam Fong
Sometimes you need the dark to light. Thought-provoking and emotional, follows a little fish who needs to light in the deep ocean.
Milo is Missing Something
by Vern Kousky
Embark on this amazing ocean adventure newborn octopus to find something
A heartwarming mystery not to
Mako & Tiger
by Scott Rothman
Through vibrant illustrations, this story features two sharks who don’t each other. Will they find a way to differences and become friends?
The Pout-pout Fish Cleans up the Ocean
by Deborah Diesen
When Mr. Fish discovers a big mess he asks his friends to help him clean rhythmic text and beautiful artwork, encourages kids to protect the environment.
Nugget & Fang Go to School
by Tammi Sauer
Fang the shark is excited to attend Elementary with his best friend. his first day at school goes. A hilarious friendship and empathy.
to appreciate the emotional, this book to find a spark of Something adventure with the something he is missing. be missed. this entertaining don’t get along with to resolve their friends? Cleans mess in the ocean, clean it up. With artwork, the book environment.
School
attend Mini Minnows
Let’s find out how hilarious read about
The Worry-worry Whale and the Classroom Jitters
by Deborah Diesen
Willa Whale is afraid to share her thoughts and ideas in class. Sweet and reassuring, the book provides practical tips to help overcome school anxiety and become more confident.
Shine!
by Patrick McDonnell
Hoshi the starfish thinks she would be much happier among the stars shining brightly in the sky. Will she be able to see and appreciate the wonders of her own world?
The Heart of a Whale
by
Anna Pignataro
Despite feeling lonely, Whale continues to sing and bring hope to the ocean creatures. Gentle and soothing, this story teaches kids about the importance of kindness.
Sea Monkey & Bob
by
Aaron Reynolds
The sea monkey is terrified of sinking to the bottom of the ocean, while the pufferfish is scared of floating away. See how they form a special bond and overcome their fears.
I Am Not A Fish!
by Peter Raymundo
In this delightful book, Edgar the jellyfish feels misunderstood and joins a group of starfish for support. Finally, he learns to be himself and celebrate his uniqueness.
FRENCH BOOKS ~ for all ages
Y a rien de pire que les par Alex Willan
La magie, c’est du sérieux, mais que bondir, boire du thé et laisser partout. Pour les tout-petits. / Magic business, but unicorns are all about tea and leaving glitter all over the children.
Le balai des sorcières par Beatrice Blue
Les sorcières obtiennent leurs pouvoirs jeune fille, Mara, reçoit une merveilleuse enchantée. Pour les tout-petits. their powers when a young girl named a marvelous, enchanted relic. For Brume, le réveil du dragon par Jérôme Pellisier
Un charmant roman graphique de Brume, une petite fille qui décide une sorcière après avoir reçu un Pour les enfants d’âge scolaire. graphic novel about Brume, a young to become a witch after being given school-aged kids.
Le palais des Rêves par Jodi Lynn Anderson
Dans ce troisième livre de la série, confrontée à un ennemi encore que les sorcières. Pour les enfants
The third book in the series finds more dangerous enemy than the aged kids.
licornes
les licornes ne font laisser des paillettes Magic is serious about jumping, having the place. For young pouvoirs lorsqu’une merveilleuse relique / Witches receive named Mara is given For young children.
dragon
racontant l’histoire décide de devenir un livre magique. / A charming young girl that decides given a spell book. For
Les âmes disparues
par Laëtia Langlet
Stanley Nocher, Passeur d’âmes, doit retrouver des âmes disparues avant que la Police fantôme ne s’en mêle. Pour les enfants d’âge scolaire. / Stanley Nocher, Passer of Souls, must find missing souls before the Ghost Police get involved. For school-aged kids.
Les aventures fantastiques d’Ava et Tim
par Maude Patrzynski Bernard
Amitié, magie et danger, laisse ton imagination s’aventurer dans la forêt enchantée. Pour les enfants d’âge scolaire. / Friendship, magic and danger, let your imagination run wild in the enchanted forest. For school-aged kids.
Ces plaisirs violents
par Chloe Gong
Chine, dans les années 1920. Parmi les oppositions claniques et politiques, un monstre arrive en ville et répand une maladie mortelle. Pour les adolescents. / China, 1920s. Amid clan and political opposition, a monster arrives in town and spreads a deadly disease. For teens.
série, Rosie est encore plus dangereux enfants d’âge scolaire / Rosie facing an even the witches. For school-
Boucle d’or
par Yvan Godbout
Dans ce roman fantastique d’horreur, l’auteur nous propose d’accompagner une petite fille dans son périple nocturne. Pour adultes. / In this fantastic horror novel, the author invites us to accompany a little girl on her journey through the night. For adults.
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