July 2020

Take a Hint, Dani Brown

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Take a Hint, Dani Brown: A Novel (The Brown Sisters #2) (Paperback)

By Talia Hibbert
$16.99
ISBN: 9780062941237
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Published: Avon - June 23rd, 2020

The kind of romance that befriends you right away – perfect for reading cover-to-cover in a sun patch. Bonus: you can buy the audiobook on Libro.fm to have one more thing in common with sweet Zafir, a former rugby player with general anxiety and a love of romances-on-tape.

Leila

It’s Kind of a Funny Story

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It's Kind of a Funny Story (Paperback)

By Ned Vizzini
$10.99
ISBN: 9780786851973
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Published: Disney Hyperion - May 1st, 2007

 

In this relatable YA novel Ned Vizzini manages to take a heavy topic like mental illness and deliver it in an entertaining and comical way. This story follows a fifteen year-old boy, Craig, who is hospitalized for his depression. On his journey to recovery he meets a variety of interesting characters along the way. They are so well developed that it felt as though they might jump right out of the pages. This book gave me the best company in the days where I felt the most alone- it gave me a good share of laughs too. The intriguing setting as well as the electric character dynamics earned this book a forever place in my top 10.

Hannah

The Camping Trip

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The Camping Trip (Hardcover)

By Jennifer K. Mann, Jennifer K. Mann (Illustrator)
$17.99
ISBN: 9781536207361
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Published: Candlewick - April 14th, 2020

 

Ernestine has never been camping before, and she’s sure it will be lots of fun… right? Jennifer Mann provides this charming and whimsical introduction to first-time experiences of the great outdoors.

Robin

Comics: Easy as ABC!

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Comics: Easy as ABC: The Essential Guide to Comics for Kids (Paperback)

By Ivan Brunetti, Francoise Mouly (Introduction by)
$11.99
ISBN: 9781943145393
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Published: TOON Books - April 2nd, 2019

 

I get a lot of requests for drawing books...and it’s not just because I’m an art professor! Full of cartooning exercises, this book is great if you’re looking for a summertime activity, or know a kid who’s into comics.

Marika

Just South of Home

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Just South of Home (Paperback)

By Karen Strong
$8.99
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ISBN: 9781534419391
Published: Simon & Schuster Books for Young Readers - July 7th, 2020

 

Author Strong doesn't shy away from racial violence in this MG story, and she slams it out of the park. It's a chilling ghost story wrapped in an endearing tale of family and friendship. For kids who may not like reading non-fiction, this could be a good bridge towards discussions of White violence against Black bodies. Also all of the characters are just so adorable!

Stacey

The Belles

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The Belles (Paperback)

By Dhonielle Clayton
$10.99
ISBN: 9781484732519
Availability: Available with a Delay: On Order at Supplier: Email online@portersquarebooks.com for More Info
Published: Disney Hyperion - February 5th, 2019

 

They say that you shouldn't judge a book by it's cover, but you absolutely should because this cover delivers. The Belles brings forth the neverending misconception of how beauty means good, when in reality, beauty is dark and dangerous. The world that Dhonielle Clayton creates draws you in with beauty, but darkness and an unstable society is what you end up staying for.

Sinny

Flygirl

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Flygirl (Paperback)

By Sherri L. Smith
$11.99
ISBN: 9780142417256
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Published: Penguin Books - September 16th, 2010

 

All Ida Mae Jones wants to do is fly--but her dream seems impossible until the United States enters World War II. In order to join the new women's pilot program, Ida decides to "pass" as white. But things never turn out exactly as hoped... Perfect for readers looking for a new angle on a well-covered historical period.

Rebecca

You Should See Me In A Crown

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You Should See Me in a Crown (Hardcover)

By Leah Johnson
$17.99
ISBN: 9781338503265
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Published: Scholastic Press - June 2nd, 2020

 

The gloriously cute black queer prom story you never knew you needed. Liz has to become prom queen in order to get a scholarship and attend her dream college. This is difficult enough since she's black, poor, awkward, and not remotely one of the cool kids in her rich, white town. Even worse, she starts to fall in love with a girl who's openly queer. But can she admit it to her conservative classmates with the crown and the scholarship on the line? And will her girlfriend accept her staying closeted? Great for fans of Red, White, and Royal Blue and Dumplin'.

Shana

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