Andrea G.
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A librarians’ guide to the best in recent genre fiction
Each year, groups of librarians from across the country meet to discuss and select the best books from the year before. The Notable Books List presents literary fiction, nonfiction, and poetry; the Listen List is all about outstanding audiobooks; and the Reading List, which I want to tell you about today, highlights outstanding genre fiction… Continue reading
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Nightstand Reads with Bonnie Garmus, author of Lessons in Chemistry
Bonnie Garmus, author of Lessons in Chemistry, shares some books she’s loving. Garmus will be appearing in conversation with Nancy Pearl at the Central Library at 7:00 p.m. on Thursday, Feb. 23. Set in 1960s California, Bonnie Garmus’ blockbuster debut novel follows Elizabeth Zott, a scientist whose career is shaped by the idea that a… Continue reading
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New Fiction Roundup, February 2023
Family dramas, mythological retellings and more await you in February! 2/7: Cold People by Tom Rob Smith Earth has fallen to an outside force, and the remnants of humanity will only be allowed on Antarctica. Those who make it there confront an urgent challenge: to what extremes are they willing to go to evolve quickly… Continue reading
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New Fiction Roundup, January 2023
New year, new fiction! 2023 gets off to a great start with a slate of engaging general fiction, mysteries, horror, historical fiction, and much more. What will be the first novel you read in 2023? 1/1: Hide by Tracy Clark Chicago detective Harriet Foster is on the hunt for a serial killer who targets redheads.… Continue reading
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Goals for 2023
In the early days of 2023, perhaps you’re still taking stock of 2022. Perhaps you’re looking forward to this new year, setting goals and gathering information to achieve them. If it’s the latter, here are some suggestions to get you started in a few different areas. Finances Money money money – always a preoccupation! Maybe… Continue reading
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Short Books to End the Year
As the end of the year approaches, perhaps you’re looking for a short read, either to help you hit a reading goal or to devour during some self-care time as 2022 finishes up. If so, check out one of these reads, all coming in at under 200 pages. The Singing Hills Cycle novels by Nghi… Continue reading
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Crafty Gifts for the Holidays and Beyond
As year-end holidays approach, you may be looking to supplement (or replace!) store-bought gifts with handmade items. Take inspiration from one of the books below and make use of these dark winter evenings to make a homemade gift. Made with Love: Get Hooked with 30 Knitting and Crochet Patterns by Tom Daley British diver and… Continue reading
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Seattle Staff Faves 2022: Nonfiction
Library staff across the city weighed in on their favorite nonfiction books published in 2022 — and what a great list we created together! Read on for highlights of the excellent nonfiction included, with raves from staff; or jump straight into the full 36-item list. Ducks: Two Years in the Oil Sands by Kate Beaton… Continue reading
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New Fiction Roundup, December 2022
Close out the reading year with gripping mysteries, enthralling historical fiction, and more. 12/6: Animal Life by Audur Ava Ólafsdóttir, translated by Brian FitzGibbon Dómhildur, a midwife in a long line of midwives, discovers decades worth of letters and manuscripts from her grandaunt, and as a storm blankets Reykjavik delves into the archive, she reflects… Continue reading
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It’s Pie Time
With the shift to colder weather, and Thanksgiving coming right up, now is the time for pie! Find inspiration for sweet and savory pies in these books. Pieometry by Lauren Ko If you’re looking for visually stunning pies, search no further – Seattle author Ko’s geometric pie designs are sure to impress. Creative flavor pairings… Continue reading
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New Fiction Roundup, November 2022
Whether you’re looking for a cozy read or a story that keeps you on the edge of your seat, a thought-provoking read or a humorous tale, November has something new for you. 11/1: Days Come and Go by Hemley Boum; translated by Nchanji Njamnsi This chronicle of a rapidly changing Cameroon follows three generations of… Continue reading
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New Fiction Roundup – October 2022
The busy fall publishing season is underway, and October brings a slate of horror novels, new fiction by popular authors Celeste Ng, Barbara Kingsolver, Cormac McCarthy, Orhan Pamuk, Colleen Hoover, and much more. 10/4: The Hero of This Book by Elizabeth McCracken A nameless narrator wanders around London remembering her recently deceased mother, recounting stories… Continue reading
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Fall sports season is here
Fall sports season is underway! The Seahawks (football) kick off their season on Sept 12, the Mariners (baseball) are making a run for the playoffs, with the OL Reign (women’s soccer) likely headed to playoffs and the Sounders (men’s soccer) making a last push for a playoff spot. If all the excitement has you wanting… Continue reading
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Seattle Stories
New to Seattle, or to reading about Seattle? Take a trip through the many stories of Seattle with this selection of fiction and nonfiction, recent and classic. Emerald Street: A History of Hip Hop in Seattle, by Daudi J. Abe AbeInterviews with artists and journalists trace how rapping, DJing, breaking, and graffiti flourished in Seattle,… Continue reading
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New Fiction Roundup, September 2022
The fall publishing season is upon us! As the days shorten and the rain creeps back, September new releases have something for everyone to curl up with. 9/6: The American Roommate Experiment by Elene Armas Rosie is a writer suffering from writer’s block and temporarily, unexpectedly sharing housing with Spanish tourist Lucas. But Lucas has… Continue reading
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Summer Scares
Horror novels aren’t just for October! Whether you’re a die-hard horror fan, or a new reader looking to dip your toe into the genre while it’s still light out in the evening, this summer has several books to entice you. The Pallbearers Club by Paul Tremblay This faux-memoir about a formative, youthful friendship where one… Continue reading
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#BookBingoNW2022: Health or Healthcare Workers
Summer Book Bingo 2022 deadline is looming! As Sept. 6 draws near, here are some suggestions for folks trying to fill their Health or healthcare workers square – two novels that imagine the lives of nurses, plus nonfiction about building healthcare infrastructure, reflections on medical advancements, and two books for common health concerns. The Pull… Continue reading
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New Fiction Roundup – August 2022
August is rich in new fiction options, from a spy thriller, to innovative fantasy, compelling historical fiction, and new books from bestsellers Jamie Ford, Emma Donoghue, Mohsin Hamid, Sarah Addison Allen, and Taylor Jenkins Reid. 8/2: Alias Emma by Ava Glass For her first assignment as a British spy, Emma Makepeace is charged with protecting… Continue reading