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  • 4 stars out of 5

Little Leaders: Bold Women in Black History by Vashti Harrison

Throughout history, black women – from virtual unknowns to luminaries – have been leading the way in medicine, law, the arts, sports and more, but they have not always been...

  • 5 stars out of 5

Hello Humpback! by Roy Henry Vickers

Explore the natural world of the Pacific Northwest and greet the animals that call it home, in authors Roy Henry Vicker and Robert Budd’s board book, Hello Humpback! Each stanza...

  • 4 stars out of 5

Asking For It by Louise O'Neill

Emma O’Donovan is aware of her beauty. In her hometown of Ballinatoom, Ireland, Emma is envied and loved, and works hard to keep her reputation. One night out with friends...

Posted by on December 20, 2018

  • 4 stars out of 5

Finding Audrey by Sophie Kinsella

Audrey has been diagnosed with anxiety disorder and depressive episodes. "Episodes," she sas. "Like, depression is a sitcom with a fun punchline each time."

Posted by on December 15, 2018

  • 5 stars out of 5

Bear’s Scare by Jacob Grant

Bear’s Scare is an utterly charming, delightfully illustrated story about a very tidy bear, a friend in need, and an unexpected visitor (I’m going to warn you right now, this...

Posted by on December 12, 2018

  • 2 stars out of 5

1984 by George Orwell

Winston Smith abides in Oceania, where war is never ending and Big Brother watches over all. Telescreens observe your every move; microphones are planted everywhere. Despite the party’s claims of...

Posted by on December 6, 2018

  • 5 stars out of 5

A Man Called Ove by Fredrik Backman

At first glance, a man called Ove is a grouchy, mean-spirited, private person. He completes his daily morning inspection of the neighborhood, alerts the proper authorities when the 24 hour...

Posted by on December 6, 2018

  • 3 stars out of 5

The Lido by Libby Page

Kate Matthews, a shy, pretty young woman, is making her start as a reporter for a newspaper in Brixton, a small neighborhood in London. Tasked with interviewing the locals about...

Posted by on December 4, 2018

  • 5 stars out of 5

Yes Please by Amy Poehler

In this autobiographical audiobook, Amy Poehler talks directly to you, the listener. She speaks honestly and openly of her life, time travels us back to her youth, discusses how she...

Posted by on December 4, 2018

  • 4 stars out of 5

Dreamer’s Pool by Juliet Marillier

Blackthorn is the epitome of a strong, independent woman. Unfortunately, she is being unduly imprisoned under the ruler Mathuin of Laios for a crime she did not commit. After a...

Posted by on November 11, 2018

  • 4 stars out of 5

The Woman Left Behind

It was sheer madness for Jina Modell, who shouldered her pack and used her compass to “find” her team leader Levi in the wilderness. She kept telling herself that the...

Posted by on November 10, 2018

  • 4 stars out of 5

The Cavendish Home for Boys and Girls by Claire Legrand

Victoria Wright's best friend Lawrence has disappeared and no one is talking about it. Victoria must decide to keep up with her perfect routine or start investigating. With more children...

  • 5 stars out of 5

Wake of Vultures by Lila Bowen

Nettie Lonesome has had a hard childhood. She was found abandoned in the desert by Mam and Pap, the two residents of Gloomy Bluebird that took her in. She is...

Posted by on November 6, 2018

  • 4 stars out of 5

We Need to Talk About Kevin by Lynne Ramsay

Told in bits and pieces of flashbacks and the present, We Need to Talk About Kevin is a moody, creepy film about tragedy and its aftermath.

Posted by on October 20, 2018

  • 5 stars out of 5

Up by Pete Docter

With an emotional opening, a dramatic journey, and feel-good ending full of warm fuzzies, Up is bound to appeal to viewers of any age.

Posted by on October 18, 2018

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