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Agatha May and the Anglerfish (Staff Pick)

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Agatha May and the Anglerfish By Nora Morrison, Jessie Ann Foley, Mika Song (Illustrator) Cover Image
$15.19
ISBN: 9780593324752
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Published: Dial Books - December 13th, 2022

Poor Agatha May. No one seems to appreciate her bizarre and curious nature (and inability to focus). But I sure do! That two staff members thought of me while reading this AND ensured I saw it makes me feel seen and appreciated. Really, there aren't many better feelings you could get from a picture book. Need another reason dangled in front of you like an anglerfish's esca? Enjoy Agatha May's wonderful science project and learn some deep-water factoids.

- Stacey


Crochet Creatures of Myth and Legend (Staff Pick)

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Crochet Creatures of Myth and Legend: 19 Designs Easy Cute Critters to Legendary Beasts By Megan Lapp Cover Image
$23.16
ISBN: 9780811771481
Availability: Available with a Delay: On Order at Supplier: Email online@portersquarebooks.com for More Info
Published: Stackpole Books - March 1st, 2023

A creature crocheter's dream! These designs are simply stunning. Definitely an aspirational pattern book, but the steps are presented in a straightforward fashion that is more achievable than one may think at first blush.

- Stacey


Horses (A Day in the Life)

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Horses (A Day in the Life): What Do Wild Horses like Mustangs and Ponies Get Up To All Day? By Dr. Carly Anne York, Chaaya Prabhat (Illustrator), Neon Squid Cover Image
$16.99
ISBN: 9781684492503
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Published: Neon Squid - September 27th, 2022

While animal compendiums are often fantastic, sometimes you just want to dive into one particular creature. Behold, the magestic horse! As presented by the fun "A Day in the Life" series. Recommended reading buddy: Pony Boy! Cuddly and dashing with his little kerchief, but hilariously cute with his oversized head.

Stacey


Betye Saar: Serious Moonlight

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Betye Saar: Serious Moonlight By Betye Saar (Artist), Stephanie Seidel (Editor), Alex Gartenfeld (Foreword by) Cover Image
By Betye Saar (Artist), Stephanie Seidel (Editor), Alex Gartenfeld (Foreword by)
$55.00
ISBN: 9781636810362
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Published: Delmonico Books - September 20th, 2022

Betye Saar's body of work is just mindblowing. Her visual story-tellling and artistic talents are revolutionary, and I feel like she should receive much more recognition for her work. This particular collection, with its themes of the African Diaspora and the night sky, really just left me floored.

Stacey


Phalaina

Phalaina By Alice Brie`re-Haquet, Emma Ramadan (Translated by) Cover Image
By Alice Brie`re-Haquet, Emma Ramadan (Translated by)
$18.99
ISBN: 9781646141821
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Published: Levine Querido - September 20th, 2022

Elegantly unfolding, with a fun twist of alternative history, and a full cast of colorful characters. Maybe could be considered ecopunk, but I definitely consider it excellent.

Stacey


The Future of Black

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Future of Black: Afrofuturism, Black Comics, and Superhero Poetry By Gary Jackson, Len Lawson (Editor), Cynthia Manick (Editor) Cover Image
By Gary Jackson, Len Lawson (Editor), Cynthia Manick (Editor)
$20.95
ISBN: 9781949467673
Availability: In Stock: Click Title to See if it's in CAMBRIDGE or BOSTON
Published: Blair - November 1st, 2021

I cannot explain how excited I was to fumble across this on a cart of books to shelve. I'm always hoping to find more sci-fi/fantasy done in verse, and this is just so much more! That each of these pieces of artwork exist individually is wonderful enough, but as a collection it's just phenomenal.

Stacey


UNDER WATER UNDER EARTH

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Under Water, Under Earth By Aleksandra Mizielinska, Daniel Mizielinski Cover Image
$37.99
ISBN: 9780763689223
Availability: In Stock: Click Title to See if it's in CAMBRIDGE or BOSTON
Published: Big Picture Press - October 11th, 2016

I would have gone crazy for a book like this as a kid! It just absolutely pops. It's so informative, but still fun and engaging. The large format and reversible design makes it a unique and memorable book to cherish.

Stacey


The Antiquarian Sticker Book: Imaginarium

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The Antiquarian Sticker Book: Imaginarium (The Antiquarian Sticker Book Series) By Odd Dot Cover Image
By Odd Dot
$25.99
ISBN: 9781250851895
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Published: Odd Dot - September 20th, 2022

Another splendid sticker collection of bizarre Victorian imagery, presented in such a beautiful package. Perfect for esoteric crafters and stationery collectors of all ages. Can't go wrong with these!

Stacey


Each Night Was Illuminated

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Each Night Was Illuminated By Jodi Lynn Anderson Cover Image
$17.99
ISBN: 9780062393579
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Published: Quill Tree Books - September 20th, 2022

A tale of personal discovery that unfolds within a framework of deftly handled contemporary issues and a bizarre friendship. Is it a ghost story? Is it a haunting? Is it imagination? Your call. But it's a fresh and contemporary teen read with an old soul. Though you may not identify with the nunnery portions, you'll be hard pressed not relate to the bigger picture and enjoy how everything unfolds.

Stacey


A Million Sea Creatures

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A Million Sea Creatures: Marine Cuties to Color By Lulu Mayo Cover Image
$9.99
ISBN: 9781454711582
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Published: Union Square Kids - October 18th, 2022

I really can't get enough of Lulu Mayo's coloring books. They're so adorable and perfect for when you need to just release. They're also perfect for fidgety hands that need something to do for the brain to focus.

Stacey


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