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August Booksellers’ Picks

August 20, 2024
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Aaron--Bookseller, Wheeling, WV      

Chaos: Charles Manson, the Cia, and the Secret History of the Sixties by Kaliane Bradley

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I absolutely loved this book! While reading 'Chaos' the reader is consistently presented with evidence that one of the biggest and most well-known murder trials of all time was even bigger than had ever been revealed. The Manson family, seemingly, had connections to Hollywood, the music industry, and even the CIA. My jaw was dropping on nearly every page and the author's indicated promise of a follow-up only has my appetite for this story growing. This book was a thrill-ride!

Kimmy --Bookseller, Biloxi, MS

Millie Fleur's Poison Garden by Christy Mandin

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Perfect for young readers and parents who like things to be a little off the beaten path. Millie Fleur will open your heart to accepting everything weird and wonderful in others and in yourself. This book encourages curiosity and seeing things that may come across as unconventional or odd with an open mind and from an endearing point of view. This story is a celebration of individuality and diversity and how both contribute to make our would interesting and beautiful.

Richard--Bookseller, Bluefield, WV

All Quiet on the Western Front by Erich Maria Ramarque

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Stark but enriching, All Quiet on the Western Front gives a bleak glimpse into history and the lives WWI soldiers lived. Beautifully written, the prose will give you an appreciation of that time, and tug on your heart strings for what matters most in life, friends, family, and the struggle of getting through it all.

Amanda --Bookseller, Charleston, WV              

You're My Little Bookworm by Nicola Edwards and Natalie Marshall  

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I snagged this for my toddler just before our camping trip and it was THE bedtime favorite. The entire series is fantastic,,, and my little one loves running their fingers over the pages. The cute rhymes make for an easy cadence for kiddos to fall asleep to.

Angela, Bookseller, Columbia, SC

The Coldest Winter Ever by Sister Souljah

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This book has been along-time favorite of mine for ever since I stumbled upon the urban fiction genre way before I should've. I recently re-read it in order to have fresh understanding of the sequel, "Life After Death", which focuses on Winter's journey immediately after the events of the original novel. I'll more than likely re-read them both before the next book "Love After Midnight" releases this coming October!

Brandi--Bookseller, Hot Springs, AR

Looking for Smoke by KA Cobell

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Looking for Smoke opens a heartbreaking window into the ongoing plague of missing and murdered indigenous women and girls, exploring its real-world costs. these unforgettable young characters give voice to this ever-growing trauma. their stories will leave you with a richer understanding of what it means just to survive as a young indigenous person today.

Dani—Bookseller, Mt. Juliet, TN          

A Sorceress Comes to Call by T. Kingfisher

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Kingfisher sets the bar for storytelling in this Grimm Brothers retelling! Cordelia is not living her best life. Her mother is quite literally evil, and only cares about marrying Cordelia off rich so that she can have their money. There is nothing she won’t do to get what she wants. Cordelia just wants to live a normal life and be far, far away from her mother. After moving them to a rich man’s house to try to woo him, and a series of unfortunate events, Cordelia must be brave and befriend Hester in order to takedown her mother. An absolute MUST read! Even if you know the ending from the original tale, the journey keeps you intrigued the entire time.

Isabelle--Bookseller, Pt. Richie, FL    

Positively Pooh : Timeless Wisdom from Pooh by A. A. Milne

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Deep in the Hundred Acre Wood, there lived a bear. That bear had learned so many things through his adventures with his friends, that he had to share all of his new-found wisdom with us. Positively Pooh offers advice and wisdom to any and all willing to pick up this book, with chapters inside sectioning specific necessities. We may all have grown up, but we could always use this bear to lean on.

Jessica--Bookseller, Sandusky, OH

Lord of the Fading Lands by C.L. Wilson

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One of the best fantasy series I have read! Wilson uses a craft combination of romance, court intrigue and epic drama. Well thought out and well written.

Michael--Bookseller, Terra Haute, IN

G.O.D.S. by Jonathan Hickman and Valerio Schiti

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G.O.D.S. is the newest venture in the Marvel Comics my those exploring many different new characters and ventures from superstar writer Jonathan Hickman and legendary artist Valerio Schiti. Follow the Avatar of THE-POWERS-THAT-BE, Wyn, on his journey and ask yourself one simple question. Is love worth the universe?

Bailey--Bookseller, Traverse City, MI

The Will of the Many by James Islington  

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Fans of The Poppy War, Harry Potter, and Fourth Wing will love James Islington's The Will of the Many! Dark academia meets fantasy and multi-layered mysteries.

You can head to your local Books-A-Million to chat with your `friendly, neighborhood Booksellers.  We’re sure they’ve got the perfect book recommendation, just for you.

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