QUICK HITS
Timeless books that no one should miss.
Quick Hits: Food, Pot, Sci-fi, and More
In Quick Hits, we look through our stacks to bring you books that, when they were published, elicited a lot of reaction and praise. Our selections include …
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Quick Hits for Fall 2023
In Quick Hits, we look through our stacks to bring you books that, when they were published, elicited a lot of reaction and praise. Our selections include …
Quick Hits for Summer 2023
In Quick Hits, we look through our stacks to bring you books that, when they were published, elicited a lot of reaction and praise. Our selections include …
Quick Hits: 5 Books You Need to Check Out
In Quick Hits, we look through our stacks to bring you books that, when they were published, elicited a lot of reaction and praise. Our selections will …
Quick Hits: Dysfunctional Families, Unforgettable Characters, and Small-Town Intrigue
In Quick Hits, we look through our stacks to bring you books that, when they were published, elicited a lot of reaction and praise. Our selections will …
Quick Hits: 9 Books Well Worth Your While
In Quick Hits, we look through our stacks to bring you books that, when they were published, elicited a lot of reaction and praise. Our selections will …
Quick Hits: Lightning, Sand, Coconuts, and More
In Quick Hits, we look through our stacks to bring you books that, when they were published, elicited a lot of reaction and praise. Our selections will …
Quick Hits: 5 Gems You Don't Want to Miss
Explore these gems including "the year's [2017] best collection of short stories," a sweeping new romantic fantasy, a striking debut, an exploration of …
Quick Hits: Cranky Dads, Angsty Teens, and Love Letters
In Quick Hits, we look through our stacks to bring you books that, when they were published, elicited a lot of reaction and praise. Our selections will …
Quick Hits: 6 Books for Teens this Fall
These new books span everything from disability and difference to grief and homelessness – and so much in between. They're important books, and gripping …
Quick Hits: Circus Acts, Prison Love, Middle Age, and More
In Quick Hits, we look through our stacks to bring you books that, when they were published, elicited a lot of reaction and praise. Our selections will …
Our Departments
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The Chat
Great writers from across the country sit down with us to talk about their books, and the stories behind them.
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Shelf Talkers
Indie booksellers from coast to coast tell us the books they can't stop recommending to their customers.
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Quick Hits
The best books are timeless, and they deserve to find readers whenever and wherever.
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Notes From a Children's Librarian
Our resident children's librarian columnist chooses books by theme for children of all ages.
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On Our Radar
We spotlight books generating buzz all over the web, and beyond.