Seven Reasons to Murder Your Dinner Guests
A Novel
by K. J. Whittle,Kj Whittle
July 23, 2025
ReserveThree courses. Seven guests. One card.
It's a deadly evening they'll never forget.
Seven strangers meet for an anonymously hosted dinner party. As the evening winds down, seven cards appear, one in front of each of the guests. On the card is a number - the age at which they will die. Thinking it an elaborate prank, the guests disperse into the night, hoping to forget the morbid evening forever.
Two weeks later, one of them is dead at exactly the age the card predicted.
It must be a coincidence. But as more guests die, each one dead at the...
Stolen in Death
by J. D. Robb
November 11, 2025
ReserveA violent death and a vault of stolen treasures has Eve Dallas struggling to solve crimes old and new in the next thriller in the #1 New York Times-bestselling series.
A blow to the head with a block of amethyst has left multibillionaire Nathan Barrister dead—while nearby, a vault, its door ajar, sits filled with priceless paintings, jewelry, and other treasures. Lieutenant Eve Dallas’s husband, Roarke—who misspent his youth in Ireland as a scrappy thief—recognizes at least two stolen pieces among the hoard. The crime scene suggests a burglar caught in the act. But only one item seems to be missing.
Then...
Watch Us Fall
A Novel
by Christina Kovac
November 24, 2025
Reserve“A stunning work of suspense that’s impossible to put down. Christina Kovac masterfully combines a twisty missing person mystery, a heartbreaking love story, and an insightful exploration of the nature of obsession and trauma. I loved this novel.” —Angie Kim, New York Times bestselling author of Happiness Falls and Miracle Creek
Lucy and her three best friends share a glamorous but decaying house in the heart of Georgetown. They call themselves “the Sweeties” and live an idyllic post-grad lifestyle complete with exciting jobs, dramatic love lives, and, most importantly, each other.
But when Addie, the group’s queen bee, discovers that her...
And to All a Good Bite
An Andy Carpenter Mystery
by David Rosenfelt
July 24, 2025
ReserveReluctant lawyer Andy Carpenter investigates a murder that left a dog stranded in And to All a Good Bite, the latest Christmas mystery in David Rosenfelt's bestselling series.
Reluctant lawyer Andy Carpenter can't wait for Christmas. He doesn't care much about the season, unless it's football season. Andy's excited to finally relax and watch the games. But when there's a murder related to an old case in Paterson, New Jersey, Andy puts the games on pause.
Two years ago, a gas leak in an office building led to a tragic explosion that killed seven people. Jeff Wheeler was there to pick...
The Hadacol Boogie
by James Lee Burke
December 08, 2025
ReserveDave Robicheaux, James Lee Burke's iconic detective, returns to investigate the death of an unidentified woman, pulling him into a vortex of
corruption and violence in the Louisiana bayou
When a cloaked, disfigured man leaves a dead woman in a garbage bag on Dave Robicheaux's property, he knows his world and family are about to change.
With Valerie Benoit, a detective new to the Iberia Parish Sheriff's Department who is grappling with sexist and racist harassment from their colleagues, and the volatile but fiercely loyal Clete Purcel, Dave embarks on an investigation that brings him into the most dangerous moments of his career...
Blood Water Paint (Teen)
by
July 23, 2020
ReserveAnd listen to me love, when a woman risks her place, her very life to speak a truth the world despises? Believe her. Always.
The Pillars of the Earth
Kingsbridge #1
by Ken Follett
June 25, 2020
ReserveA spellbinding, historical epic tale of ambition, anarchy, and absolute power set against the sprawling medieval canvas of twelfth-century England.
The Goldfinch
A Novel
by Donna Tartt
June 25, 2020
ReserveTheo Decker, a 13-year-old New Yorker, miraculously survives an accident that kills his mother. Abandoned by his father, Theo is taken in by the family of a wealthy friend. Bewildered by his strange new home on Park Avenue, disturbed by schoolmates who don't know how to talk to him, and tormented above all by a longing for his mother, he clings to the one thing that reminds him of her: a small, mysteriously captivating painting that ultimately draws Theo into a wealthy and insular art community.
As an adult, Theo moves silkily between the drawing rooms of the rich and...
Lonesome Dove
by Larry McMurtry
June 25, 2020
ReserveMeet an unforgettable assortment of heroes and outlaws, whores and ladies, Indians and settlers. Richly authentic, beautifully written, always dramatic,
The Passage
The Passage #1
by Justin Cronin
June 25, 2020
ReserveAn epic and gripping tale of catastrophe and survival.
Catch Your Death
by Ravena Guron
October 21, 2025
ReserveFrom the author of This Books Kills comes another twisty mystery that's part Agatha Christie, part Karen McManus. Trapped in a mansion with a murderer and a family of liars - how would you survive?
When Devi, Lizzie, and Jayne get snowed in and stranded at the grand Bramble Estate, home of the wealthy Vanforte family, they find themselves accidentally right in the middle of a murder plot. The matriarch, Emily Vanforte, has been poisoned at her own dinner party, and whoever did it is still on the loose.
The killer could only be one of four people: Charles, Emily's...
If We Were a Movie
by Zakiya N. Jamal
May 07, 2025
ReserveBooksmart meets Phantom of the Megaplex in Zakiya N. Jamal's debut enthralling enemies-to-lovers queer romance, set against the backdrop of a historic Black-owned movie theater, the quirky employees who work there, and the suburbs of Long Island. Perfect for fans of Leah Johnson and Today Tonight Tomorrow.
"A sapphic love story as sweet and funny as it is nostalgic and cinematic." --Leah Johnson, bestselling author of You Should See Me in a Crown
Lights. Camera. Love?
Rochelle "the Shell" Coleman is laser focused on only three things: becoming valedictorian, getting into Wharton, and, of course, taking down her annoyingly charismatic...
A Bird in the Air Means We Can Still Breathe
by Mahogany L. Browne
February 21, 2025
ReserveIn this poignant mixed voice, mixed form collection of interconnected prose, poems and stories, teen characters, their families, and their communities grapple with the COVID-19 pandemic. Amidst fear and loss, these New York City teens prevail with love, resilience and hope. From the award-winning author of Chlorine Sky and Vinyl Moon.
"[A] gorgeous, tender testament to the generation of young people who shouldered the pandemic.”
--Brendan Kiely, award-winning and New York Times bestselling author
Grief, pain, hope, and love collide in this short story collection.
In New York City, teens, their families, and their communities feel...
Wild Reverence
by Rebecca Ross
May 07, 2025
ReserveBlockbuster bestseller Rebecca Ross returns to the world of international sensation Divine Rivals with her most epic story yet.
Before Iris sat at her typewriter and before Enva sang her song, a young goddess wandered dreams...
Born to the firelit domain of the underworld, Matilda is the youngest goddess of her clan, blessed with humble messenger magic. But in a land where gods kill each other for magic, Matilda must come of age sooner than most. She may be known to carry letters through the realms, but she also carries secrets of her own: one of them...
Moth Dark
by Kika Hatzopoulou
October 21, 2025
ReserveFrom the bestselling author of Threads That Bind comes a timeline-crossing romantic fantasy about a girl in love with a world of darkness—and with the mysterious heir to its throne—who must fight to prevent the destruction of all she loves.
“A lush, breathtaking, and wholly unique fantasy. I was entranced.” —Ava Reid, #1 New York Times bestselling author of A Study in Drowning
This gorgeous hardcover edition features charcoal gray hued edges for a shadowy, ominous look.
Sascia has always loved the Dark. Six years ago, when the world she knew collided with the world of the Dark, she found it thrilling rather...
Hairstory
by Sope Martins
December 18, 2025
ReserveJoy hums from this exquisite picture book celebration of the richness of the African heritage behind braids, locs, cornrows, and all manner of crowning glory, from ancient times to present day—perfect for fans of Sulwe and We Are the Ship.
With the lushest of language, a young girl getting her hair styled tells an overall history of African hair. Beads. Feathers. Cowries. Threads of gold. Ivory. Charcoal. Pearls. Bantu knots. Cornrows. Goddess Braids. Maps. Seeds. Afros. Clay. Dreadlocks. Woven with the greatest care. Across different African cultures. Everything rich with meaning.
- Centuries of meaning! Hair! It’s woven with history.
-...
Dream Big (Clifford the Big Red Dog)
by Norman Bridwell,Meredith Rusu
December 18, 2025
ReserveClifford the Big Red Dog and his best friend, Emily Elizabeth, inspire readers to dream big and keep growing in this beautiful original picture book. It's perfect for graduations, baby showers, and fans of Oh, the Places You'll Go!
When I was little, my parents used to tell me if I dreamed big, anything was possible.
They said the sky was the limit.
And I would tell Clifford the same thing!
Clifford and his best friend, Emily Elizabeth, both started out small in a big world. But they grew big together and learned to keep dreaming, even when they felt...
Never Give a Baby a Library Card
A Picture Book
by Erin Sandberg
September 03, 2025
ReserveFrom creative team Erin Sandberg and Tom Booth comes Never Give a Baby a Library Card, a rhyming, rollicking picture book read-aloud about the power of books and the perfect introduction to the library for little readers--for fans of If You Ever Want to Bring an Alligator to School, Don't!
"Never give a baby a library card.
They could learn to do anything! Just think, and think hard!
Ideas come from books, and too many of those
can lead to big problems, as everyone knows!"
Babies could learn how to cook; they could learn how to sew;...
Broken
by X. Fang
September 03, 2025
ReserveJoin Mei Mei on her hilarious and emotional journey in this dramatic and tenderhearted picture book about guilt and forgiveness, from the acclaimed creator of We Are Definitely Human.
When Mei Mei accidentally breaks her ama's favorite cup, she's convinced it's the end of the world. What if Ama is angry? What if she yells? What if she kicks Mei Mei out of her house? Mei Mei can't face it. But when Mimi, the innocent cat who witnesses her crime, ends up being blamed, the guilt is too much! Mimi's accusing eyes follow Mei Mei until she just can't take it...
Winter Is Wonderful
by Emma Dodd
September 25, 2025
ReserveA sweet, snowy celebration of the festive season from the beloved creator Emma Dodd
We snuggle together
under the stars,
and we are reminded
how lucky we are.
An adorable fox family embraces the joy of being together during the most magical time of the year. This story from best-selling creator Emma Dodd has a heartwarming message that's perfect for the season. With foil throughout, this story would make a great gift for sharing with someone you love.