September 2026
“The Beginning is Always Today.” ― Mary Shelley
FICTION – Historical Fiction
The Birthing Tree by Amanda Peters
Spanning decades of loss and reclamation, this sweeping yet intimate novel follows one woman’s journey to protect the land, the traditions, and the memory of the women who came before her—and to decide which parts of her inheritance she will carry into the future.
Hollow Bones by Jodi Picoult
Moving between past and present, Hollow Bones is an epic story of the lies we tell ourselves as we write the narratives of our lives, the plans we design to protect ourselves at the worst moments, and the ties that bind mothers and daughters.
The Pirate Queen by Ariel Lawhon
A thrilling historical adventure inspired by the life of Grace O’Malley, an infamous Irish sea captain and folk heroine who risked everything to protect her people against the powerful Elizabethan regime.
LITERARY FICTION
Taipei Story by RF Kuang
From R.F. Kuang, the acclaimed #1 New York Times bestselling author of Katabasis and Yellowface, comes a wryly humorous and profoundly moving coming-of-age novel that grapples with grief, language, and culture shock—all set against the backdrop of an unforgettable summer in Taipei.
The Disappearers by Marlon James (LGBT)
A riveting and deeply human story of men forced to make compromises to survive what the society they live in demands. It is both a dramatic page-turner and an unflinching exploration of queer life in Jamaica during the 1980s and 1990s.
FICTION – MYSTERY
The French Illusion by John Grisham
The first in the series – John Grisham delivers a gripping, suspenseful page-turner about a Paris honeymoon gone horribly wrong—and the nightmare that follows.
FICTION – ROMANCE
The Thoroughbreds by Elin Hilderbrand and Shelby Cunningham
The 2nd novel in the Academy Series, The Thoroughbreds, a page‑turning story about friendship, treachery, ambition, and sacrifice.
SCI- FI
Exit Party by Emily St. John Mandel
2031 – America is at war with itself, but for the first time in weeks there is some hope…Freedom and surveillance, art and survival, love and loss in a broken world: Exit Party is an electrifying new novel.
The Most Dangerous Games by James Patterson and Mr. Beast
A high-stakes survival thriller about one hundred contestants competing in a brutal, worldwide competition for a one-billion-dollar prize and the chance to save a world on the brink of collapse.
Under Story by Chloe Benjamin
Under Story invites us to consider the promise of this life, what might lie beyond it, and how far we would go for more time with the people we love.
SHORT STORIES
Threshing Day by Rebecca Yarros
The next in the Empyrean series, contains thirteen stories starring your favorite characters and their dragons with beautiful illustrations.
NON FICTION – GENERAL
Against Convenience: Embracing Friction n an Age of Endless Ease by Gabe Bullard (audio book)
A provocative exploration of modern “convenience culture” – and how we can resist and reclaim our time, resilience, and happiness.
The Cheese Lover’s Guide by Jenny Linford
The ultimate guide to buying, tasting, and pairing cheese. Cultivate your palate and become a true cheese connoisseur with expert advice on perfect pairings, 100 tastings, and delicious ideas for cheeseboards to build at home.
Notes to New Mothers Edited by Rebecca Knight and Julie Buntin
A kaleidoscopic collection that captures the raw, vulnerable, and communal reality of early postpartum life through the work of sixty-five writers and artists.
NON FICTION – MEMOIRS
Never Say Die by Ke Huy Quan
Ke Huy Quan, tells the story of his journey from Vietnamese refugee to 80s child star to the most inspiring comeback in Hollywood history.
Saved by the Pack by Lee Asher
Lee Asher, a social media star and founder of The Asher House animal sanctuary, in this inspiring tale about finding his purpose through the lens of 50 amazing animal rescues.
NON FICTION – SELF HELP
The Case for Quitting: The Surprising Benefits of Opting Out by Lindsay Crouse
We live in a society that champions perseverance, sweat, and tenacity no matter the cost. But what if our relentlessness results in failure, sunken costs, and poor health, rather than success, happiness, and vitality?
Outsmart Everyone by Andrew Bustamante
In a world of infinite newsfeeds and data sources and AI-generated search results, the most powerful person in the room isn’t the person with the most information, or even the best information. It’s the person who knows how to turn that information into knowledge.
Simplify by Jim VandeHei
The authors draw on lessons from founding two hot startups—Axios and Politico—and their years of experience advising Fortune 500 companies. Simplify is packed with advice from some of the world’s most successful people—your handbook for eliminating dreary distractions… so you can focus on what matters.
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