Emily H's Staff Picks

As a 20-year-old aspiring photographer this book struck my fancy as something that speaks to the whimsy of one's imagination and the mystique that childhood is steeped in. Weisner's ability to draw us into his elaborate pictures never ceases to amaze me. Full of inspiring images that are sure to spark a wonderful dialogue between you and your child. Take the time to go through this one a few times. You'll notice something different every time.
Emily H.

This book evokes cinematic techniques and includes drawings that act like story boards. Hugo is a 12-year-old orphan who lives in the walls of a train station in Paris. His deceased father had been a clock maker and had been fixing a mechanical man who he believed would write a message of some sort once he was fixed. Hugo dedicated himself to fixing this machine and had to steal little mechanical toys from the train toy shop every once and a while to find spare parts. One day he's caught and fears that all of his secrets will be discovered and dreams shattered. If you're a fan of classic cinema you'll enjoy the inclusion of Georges M

Murakami's back with yet another thrilling adventure; a complex plot riddled with interconnected characters, and spaces. Two sisters divided by dimensions. One sister trapped while the other wanders the streets late at night. Jazz band practice, Denny's, Love Hotel's and blood thirsty gangs. If you are not familiar with Murakami's work this is a nice short novel to jump in with.
Emily H.