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Recommended by: Christina
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Low Static Rage By Michael Haeflinger Cover Image
$17.00
ISBN: 9781733037501
Availability: Special Order
Published: Blue Cactus Press - September 10th, 2019

Reading this poetry collection is like being sucker-punched in the gut. Haeflinger's poems ask s to be honest about the suburban cages we build ourselves into. Each page is packed with tension and observation. Read this to shake off the holiday gloom. [Christina]


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The Shortest Day By Susan Cooper, Carson Ellis (Illustrator) Cover Image
By Susan Cooper, Carson Ellis (Illustrator)
$17.99
ISBN: 9780763686987
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Published: Candlewick - October 22nd, 2019

When the days are short, a good party can keep you going. This book reflects on why we revel in the holidays and might even inspire new traditions. [Raissa]


Recommended by: sweet pea
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The New Black Vanguard: Photography Between Art and Fashion By Antwaun Sargent, Addy Campbell (Photographer), Arielle Bobb-Willis (Photographer) Cover Image
By Antwaun Sargent, Addy Campbell (Photographer), Arielle Bobb-Willis (Photographer)
$50.00
ISBN: 9781597114684
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Published: Aperture - October 29th, 2019

This STUNNING book features the work fifteen black photographers and their talented models in this fashion portfolio. As well as beautiful art, the narrative covers how black artists are redefining fashion and standards of beauty. [sweet pea]


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Crossfire: A Litany for Survival By Staceyann Chin, Jacqueline Woodson (Foreword by) Cover Image
$19.95
ISBN: 9781642590258
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Published: Haymarket Books - October 15th, 2019

This first full-length poetry collection from this amazing spoken-word poet. Staceyann manages to distill current events and rage into poetry that is very much alive, and bites, and provokes. [sweet pea]


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Just In Case You Want to Fly By Julie Fogliano, Christian Robinson (Illustrator) Cover Image
$18.99
ISBN: 9780823443444
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Published: Neal Porter Books - October 8th, 2019

This sweet picture book has a classic feel with an affirming rhyme and bright, cute illustrations giving you everything you need to fly: a butterfly wing, a toothbrush, a song, a joke, an umbrella, honey, and many more useful things. [sweet pea]


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Taaqtumi: An Anthology of Arctic Horror Stories By Aviaq Johnston, Richard Van Camp, Rachel Qitsualik-Tinsley Cover Image
$19.95
ISBN: 9781772272147
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Published: Inhabit Media - September 10th, 2019

This eerie collection of Arctic horror stories is the perfect tool to help you zone out during upcoming (and socially painful) holidays. Most of the stories include monster sightings, hunting-gone-wrong, and blood. Lots of blood. Pro tip: read the last story first - it's easily the best story in the book. [Christina]


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Goodnight, Rainbow Cats: (Baby Shower Gift, Bedtime Board Book, Children's Cat Themed Board Book) By Bàrbara Castro Urío Cover Image
$10.99
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ISBN: 9781452182131
Published: Chronicle Books - November 5th, 2019

I sleep 16 hours a day, buddies. Now grab this peek-a-boo book and settle into ur own rainbow cat nap. ZZZZZZ. [Herbert]


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Ndn Coping Mechanisms: Notes from the Field By Billy-Ray Belcourt Cover Image
$19.99
ISBN: 9781487005771
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Published: House of Anansi Press - September 3rd, 2019

Belcourt asks, what is our relationship to our country? What has it done for us? How do we give and take of our land and who is to say it's ours, anyway? This poetry collection is ethnography in verse, and it holds an incredible balance of beauty and ugly truth. I can't stop (re)reading it. [Christina]


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Birdsong By Julie Flett, Julie Flett (Illustrator) Cover Image
By Julie Flett, Julie Flett (Illustrator)
$17.95
ISBN: 9781771644730
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Published: Greystone Kids - October 8th, 2019

The best picture books tell stories quietly and with authenticity, and this book does exactly that. Its illustrations are sparse, but rich in color. It leaves readers feeling hopeful, despite subtly touching on familial loss. [Christina]


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Making Comics By Lynda Barry Cover Image
$22.95
ISBN: 9781770463691
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Published: Drawn and Quarterly - November 5th, 2019

This book is for all sleeping inner artists who want a how-to manual. Barry lays out the tools for reimagining stories with drawing lessons and creative exercises. Also perfect for anyone who appreciates deep thoughts on art, storytelling, and creativity. [Raissa]


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