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Death of the Author by Nnedi Okorafor

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Death of the Author (Standard Edition) by Nnedi Okorafor
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Okorafor masterfully threads together a story about the art of storytelling, breaking barriers, and being true to yourself while pulling readers into the passion of being in the Nigerian community. Filled with unexpected friendships, challenges of having a disability, worldwide adventures — and ROBOTS — Zelu and Ankara’s story will challenge your perception of what it means to be part of humanity. You’ll be thinking about Death of the Author long after you’ve returned from the stars.

Death of the Author by Nnedi Okorafor, (List Price: $30, William Morrow, 9780063445789, January 2025)

Reviewed by Jenny Gilroy, E. Shaver Bookseller in Savannah, Georgia

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Detective Beans by Li Chen

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Detective Beans by Li Chen
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This might actually be the cutest thing I have ever read. I\’m not lying when I say that I shed a tear because my body could not handle how cute it was (and from how hard I was laughing).Bonus points – I have a cat named Beans so it was so sweet thinking about her playing detective kitty.

Detective Beans by Li Chen, (List Price: $12.99, Andrews McMeel Publishing, 9781524882587, October 2024)

Reviewed by Stephanie St. John, E. Shaver Bookseller in Savannah, Georgia

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The Handmaid’s Tale by Margaret Atwood

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The Handmaid's Tale by Margaret Atwood
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I was unsure whether I would truly enjoy this book or have to pretend that I enjoyed it due to its significance and popularity. I am pleased to say that I absolutely loved it – and although quite dark and bleak, this dystopian world does not seem so far away. While I don’t think that it’s something everyone would enjoy, I do think that it’s something everyone should at least try.

The Handmaid’s Tale by Margaret Atwood, (List Price: $18, Vintage, 9780385490818, March 1998)

Reviewed by Niamh Kenny, E. Shaver Bookseller in Savannah , Georgia

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All Princesses Die Before Dawn by Quentin Zuttion

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All Princesses Die Before Dawn by Quentin Zuttion
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If you know me, you know this got downloaded the SECOND I saw Princess Diana’s name. Such cute, almost Studio Ghibli-type illustrations, a beautiful (and sometimes very emotional) story following one family in the day after Diana’s death. This graphic novel touches on many deep subjects which left me tearing up while reading it. Easy and enjoyable read.

All Princesses Die Before Dawn by Quentin Zuttion, (List Price: $24.99, Abrams ComicArts, 9781419776649, November 2024)

Reviewed by Stephanie St. John, E. Shaver Bookseller in Savannah, Georgia

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Blue Light Hours by Bruna Dantas Lobato

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Blue Light Hours by Bruna Dantas Lobato
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A sparse novel about the desire to be independent and the struggle to remain connected that we all experience when we leave home. The switch in narration in the second and third sections pulled me out of the story a bit but served to highlight the growing distance between mother and daughter.

Blue Light Hours by Bruna Dantas Lobato, (List Price: $17, Grove Press, Black Cat, 9780802163776, October 2024)

Reviewed by Melissa Taylor, E. Shaver Bookseller in Savannah, Georgia

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Oryx and Crake by Margaret Atwood

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Oryx and Crake by Margaret Atwood
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Atwood is the queen of dystopian fiction. Be prepared to read the full trilogy if you start Oryx and Crake. Alone, this was a great read, but completing the circle ties it all together nicely. Fans of Station Eleven who haven’t read the MaddAddam trilogy from Atwood definitely need to add this to their list!

Oryx and Crake by Margaret Atwood, (List Price: $16.95, Anchor, 9780385721677, March 2004)

Reviewed by Krista Roach, E. Shaver Bookseller in Savannah, Georgia

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She Doesn’t Have a Clue by Jenny Elder Moke

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She Doesn't Have a Clue by Jenny Elder Moke
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The zany cast of characters and twisty mystery of Knives Out meets the witty banter, humor, and swoony romance of an Emily Henry novel in this fresh and incredibly fun murder mystery/romantic comedy! I loved every second of She Doesn’t Have a Clue! Kate is a relatable and hilarious protagonist, the author of a best-selling cozy mystery series, who finds herself being framed for the poisoning of her ex-fiancé’s new bride during a disastrous wedding weekend at a creepy manor on a private island. And the only person willing to help her with her investigation is Jake, her former best friend and certified hot Australian, who she hasn’t seen or spoken to in two years (after an attempted kiss gone wrong). Kate and Jake’s sizzling chemistry, the hilariously messy wedding guests, and fast-paced mystery make She Doesn’t Have a Clue undeniably unputdownable!

She Doesn’t Have a Clue by Jenny Elder Moke, (List Price: $17, Minotaur Books, 9781250354969, January 2025)

Reviewed by Emma Tara, E. Shaver Bookseller in Savannah, Georgia

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The Guy She Was Interested In Wasn’t a Guy at All, Vol. 2 by Sumiko Arai

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The Guy She Was Interested In Wasn't a Guy at All, Vol. 2 by Sumiko Arai
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This series is utter perfection, NO NOTES. I’ve been keeping up with this one since it was unofficially translated, and I love that it has an intersection of two of my favorite things– rock music and gay stuff 🙂 The pops of bright green with the art style are so eye-catching and fun, so glad more people get to experience this story!!

The Guy She Was Interested In Wasn’t a Guy at All, Vol. 2 by Sumiko Arai, (List Price: $20, Yen Press, 9798855412598, February 2025)

Reviewed by Sam Conners, E. Shaver Bookseller in Savannah, Georgia

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Audrey Hepburn by Dorilys Giachetto

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Audrey Hepburn by Dorilys Giachetto
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I’m not a huge reader of graphic novels, but when I saw this, I knew I had to open it up. I already had a lot of knowledge of her lifetime as she was a big idol of mine growing up, and she always reminded me of my dad. The content of this novel really spans her entire lifetime, summing it up perfectly, and I was also obsessed with the illustrative style used. I think it made it so much more special that her son, Luca, was part of the foreword as well.

Audrey Hepburn by Dorilys Giachetto, (List Price: $24.99, NBM Publishing, 9781681123462, November 2024)

Reviewed by Kenzie Karoly, E. Shaver Bookseller in Savannah, Georgia

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This Motherless Land by Nikki May

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This Motherless Land by Nikki May
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First, let me say that I will read anything that Nikki May writes. I enjoy her storytelling immensely. I also admire her for taking on a Mansfield Park retelling, as it is often one of Austen’s least-appreciated novels. Mansfield Park has always intrigued me, and is a novel that reveals more with each re-reading. With that said, I would call This Motherless Land more of a Mansfield Park-inspired story. It is not an exact parallel. In fact, it seems to me to be inspired by a combination of Mansfield Park and the life of Dido Elizabeth Belle. Though, it does examine many of the same themes in Mansfield Park, such as family, greed, love, retribution, and forgiveness. One does not need to have read Mansfield Park to enjoy this novel. May creates empathetic characters, an engaging plot, and just the right amount of suspense.

This Motherless Land by Nikki May, (List Price: $30, Mariner Books, 9780063084292, October 2024)

Reviewed by Krista Roach, E. Shaver Bookseller in Savannah, Georgia

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Witchcraft: A Graphic History by Lindsay Squire

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Witchcraft: A Graphic History by Lindsay Squire
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Love love love this book! I absolutely adore the illustrations done by Salsi- they add to the whimsical vibes. This graphic novel was super educational among witchcraft, along with the story of Biddy Early. I would definitely recommend this to all readers.

Witchcraft: A Graphic History by Lindsay Squire, (List Price: $19.99, Leaping Hare Press, 9780711295254, October 2024)

Reviewed by Kenzie Karoly, E. Shaver Bookseller in Savannah, Georgia

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Open Me…I’m a Dog by Art Spiegelman

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Open Me...I'm a Dog by Art Spiegelman
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Is this really a book, or is it actually a dog? Find out what happens when a dog chases a rabbit, gets lost in the woods, and is cursed by a witch. For kids who love dog stories and adventure and for parents who love adult humor in children’s books.

Open Me…I’m a Dog by Art Spiegelman, (List Price: $18.99, TOON Books, 9781662665486, October 2024)

Reviewed by Jenny Gilroy, E. Shaver Bookseller in Savannah, Georgia

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Lefty by Mo Willems

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As a lefty in a world that wasn’t made for me, I love this. It’s so cute, fun, and perfect for kids trying to embrace their “left-handedness.” (Luckily, I’ve never had to put up with much other than the smudging of words on paper and fitting in desks weird.)

Lefty by Mo Willems, (List Price: $24.99, Union Square Kids, 9781454951483, December 2024)

Reviewed by Niamh Kenny, E. Shaver Bookseller in Savannah, Georgia

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Halfway There by Christine Mari

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This had me SOBBING. For someone who is not mixed race, this was really eye-opening about the struggles that mixed-race children and adults face in their daily lives. I’m assuming this book would be very comforting for someone who also understands what the MC goes through. This really highlights the microaggressions that are often spoken. Really eye-opening and a very emotional ride. Beautiful story 10/10

Halfway There by Christine Mari, (List Price: $17.99, Little, Brown Ink, 9780316416726, October 2024)

Reviewed by Stephanie St. John, E. Shaver Bookseller in Savannah, Georgia

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Bye Forever, I Guess by Jodi Meadows

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Bye Forever, I Guess by Jodi Meadows
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Being invisible and lonely is better than being seen and ridiculed, right? Warmth, caring, and cozy were all knit together to make this book. Middle school relationships are hard and are often made that much worse with miscommunication. Meadows handles it in a way that I think anyone can relate to and appreciate. Not to mention me giggling and kicking my feet at how sweet this romance is.

Bye Forever, I Guess by Jodi Meadows, (List Price: $18.99, Holiday House, 9780823456383, November 2024)

Reviewed by Lana Repic, E. Shaver Bookseller in Savannah, Georgia

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