In the novel Walking Oz by Sue Tabb and Deirdre Budzyna, women are encouraged to prioritize themselves and find what makes them feel truly empowered.…
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Readers' Choice Book Awards Silver Winner for "Best Middle Grade Book" Stars of the North written and illustrated by Lucy Kovaliv is an empowering novel…
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Gripped Part 5: Taylor’s Story is by far the most addictive novel in the Gripped series thus far. Unlike the previous four novels, Taylor’s Story focuses heavily on the world of crime and sheds insight into Taylor Dunkin’s backstory, finally answering some serious questions for readers.
Beebee and the Amazing Honeycake Rules written by Doreen Ludka Maulhardt and illustrated by Maddy Moore is an adorable tale that helps young readers learn…
Readers' Choice Book Awards Gold Winner for "Best Teen Book" Gripped Part 4: Smoke & Mirrors by Stacy A. Padula elevates the Gripped series by…
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Readers' Choice Book Awards Gold Winner for "Best Teen Book" Stacy A. Padula’s third book of the Gripped franchise, Gripped Part 3: The Fallout, is…
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Michael Caissie’s novel Between Heaven & 42nd And Broadway follows Paul, a war veteran and struggling writer, as he navigates through crime-driven New York City…
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My Refuge: Finding Peace & Strength in Uncertainty by Debra Fredette is an inspiring memoir on her time spent serving as a missionary in Uganda,…
Book #1: The Truth We Never Told “Gripped The Truth We Never Told” presents hard but necessary conversations about how teenagers are influenced by inner…
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Altered Horizon is a complex and richly detailed story following the state of humanity and a mysterious Order of aliens sent to influence them. The…
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My Refuge written by Deborah Fredette, follows her journey as a missionary in Uganda, presenting the trip in the form of short testimonies. Each chapter…
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The Adventures of Owen & the Anthem Singer by Todd Angily and Rachel Goguen is the perfect children’s book for both hockey fans and dog…
Mexico got Lucky follows Jim and Lucky, an owner and his dog that gets separated when Lucky is stolen from Jim’s car. The story is…
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The Original by Norm Beaudin with Kim Passante is an inspirational autobiography revolving around the triumphs and hardships that life has to offer. Written as…
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Between Heaven, & 42nd and Broadway follows Paul, a veteran and struggling writer with a wavering sense of self and morality. Michael Caissie’s use of…
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Review by Allyson Rankin, Plymouth, MA On The Right Path is, at its core, a book about learning important lessons through playing team sports. Basketball…
The Crash follows the characters Phybe and Taelor as they navigate opposite ends of an emerging war, eventually coming together to save the ones they…
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Review by Allyson Rankin, Plymouth, MA Thank You, Mama is a children’s book that is uniquely directed towards the mother instead of the child, illustrating…
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As a children’s book author, you pour your heart into crafting stories that spark young imaginations, and the illustrations that bring your words to life…
“Penikese Island Adventure” follows Julia, an incoming high school junior who volunteers at a camp for troubled boys run by her father. Initially, she is…
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Review by Allyson Rankin, Plymouth, MA There’s No Chocolate on Mars is a lovely kid-friendly story about the importance of food in bringing communities together.…
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“What Came After” follows Hannah in an emotional journey of reflection, seeking justice, and finding closure. In the first chapter Hannah is presented as a…
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Review by Allyson Rankin, Plymouth, MA Nelson’s Garden is an amazing book about the value of learning from our elders, not to mention the equally…
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“Mystery at Chilmark” follows Kat as she explores her family history and finds a spiritual connection with an ancestor. Dianne Hunt Smith’s descriptions thoroughly flesh-out…
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Book #1: The Truth We Never Told I highly recommend this book. This book is an educational read, highlighting the experiences that young people may…
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