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Butterfly Child (Staff Pick)

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Butterfly Child By Marc Majewski, Marc Majewski (Illustrator) Cover Image
By Marc Majewski, Marc Majewski (Illustrator)
$15.19
ISBN: 9780063021556
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Published: Katherine Tegen Books - November 1st, 2022

Majewski tells a gorgeous tale about finding your wings and taking flight, even when people want you to stay on the ground. The illustrations in this are INSANE, I want to live in this world so bad.

- Jane


O Caledonia (Staff Pick)

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O Caledonia: A Novel By Elspeth Barker, Maggie O'Farrell (Introduction by) Cover Image
By Elspeth Barker, Maggie O'Farrell (Introduction by)
$12.80
ISBN: 9781668004616
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Published: Scribner - September 20th, 2022

I don't know about you, but March is a month that feels long and at times hard to get through. You know what gets me through? A dark, depressing tale! Barker has created a novel that is close to a Greek tragedy in the most beautiful way with O Caledonia. With a captivating introduction by Maggie O'Farrell, this novel will pull you right in and steer you in every which way.

- Jane


Something Great

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Something Great By Jeanette Bradley Cover Image
$18.99
ISBN: 9781646141715
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Published: Levine Querido - October 11th, 2022

If you thought it was impossible to have fun with a recycled milk carton and piece of string, think again! In this sweet story about friendship, imagination, and creativity, Quinn makes their own fun in their own way. Not everyone understands why Something Great is so great, but you certainly will by the end of this book!

Jane


A Velocity of Being

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A Velocity of Being: Letters to a Young Reader By Maria Popova (Editor), Claudia Bedrick (Editor) Cover Image
By Maria Popova (Editor), Claudia Bedrick (Editor)
$34.95
ISBN: 9781592702282
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Published: Enchanted Lion Books - December 31st, 2018

This is a powerhouse of a collection that will ignite or reaffirm your love for reading, literature, art and life. Personal and passionate letters addressed to the reader by various names ranging from Jane Goodall to Shonda Rhimes showcase how reading has shaped their lives and holds the power to shape yours. Paired with an illustration created by a celebrated artist, the writing and visuals are woven so perfectly together, you could land on any page and feel as though that is exactly where you were meant to be.

Jane


My Self, Your Self

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My Self, Your Self By Esmé Shapiro Cover Image
$18.99
ISBN: 9781774880234
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Published: Tundra Books - September 27th, 2022

What's not to love about this book? Charming illustrations of cute little creatures who tell a tale all about loving yourself and the selves around you. Perfect book for anyone looking for a little warmth this November.

Jane


What Feelings Do When No One's Looking

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What Feelings Do When No One’s Looking By Tina Oziewicz, Aleksandra Zajac (Illustrator), Jennifer Croft (Translated by) Cover Image
By Tina Oziewicz, Aleksandra Zajac (Illustrator), Jennifer Croft (Translated by)
$18.95
ISBN: 9781953861283
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Published: Elsewhere Editions - July 5th, 2022

After reading this book, I walked around the store holding it to my chest for a good 20 minutes. These little creatures highlight the complexity of human emotions in such an original and personal way, making you feel valid in every little feeling you experience. Bonus - if you were also personally affected by Disney's Inside Out in a way that you didn't expect... this is the perfect book for you.

Jane


Little Bird

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Little Bird By Germano Zullo, Albertine (Illustrator) Cover Image
By Germano Zullo, Albertine (Illustrator)
$16.95
ISBN: 9781592701186
Availability: Available with a Delay: On Order at Supplier: Email online@portersquarebooks.com for More Info
Published: Enchanted Lion Books - March 20th, 2012

Such a sweet book highlighting how even the tiniest of things can create great change. Lovely illustrations paired with a lyrical story that will reach in and touch your heart.

Jane


Veronika Decides to Die

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Veronika Decides to Die: A Novel of Redemption By Paulo Coelho Cover Image
$15.99
ISBN: 9780061124266
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Published: HarperOne - August 3rd, 2021

This is in my opinion one of Coelho's most captivating books. Came to me at the perfect moment, read it in one night and it's been close to my heart ever since. There are lines in here that will stay with you long after you have finished reading and characters that become close friends. A novel that begins in darkness but will leave you with so much light. TW: suicidal ideation

Jane


It Starts With a Bee

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It Starts with a Bee: Watch a tiny bee bring the world to bloom By Jennie Webber (Illustrator), QED Cover Image
By Jennie Webber (Illustrator), QED
$22.99
ISBN: 9780711270350
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Published: QEB Publishing - April 5th, 2022

Spring has sprung, (in the usual New England fashion where the sun shines but there is still that lovely, looming chill in the air)! This is the perfect spring children’s book highlighting the beautiful importance of bees with rhymes galore! Don’t forget to check out the informational section in the back that gives you all sorts of great facts about our buzzing friends.

Jane


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