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Quick Hits

The best books are timeless, and they deserve to find readers whenever and wherever.

Quick Hits: Food, Pot, Sci-fi, and More

by Kiley Turner

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 Fall 2023

by Kiley Turner

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

by Kiley Turner

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

by Kiley Turner

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

by Kiley Turner

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

by Kiley Turner

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

by Kiley Turner

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

by Kiley Turner

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

by Kiley Turner

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 …

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    By Trevor Corkum

    Great writers from across the country sit down with us to talk about their books, and the stories behind them.

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    Rob Wiersema

    Indie booksellers from coast to coast tell us the books they can't stop recommending to their customers.

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    Kiley Turner

    The best books are timeless, and they deserve to find readers whenever and wherever.

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    Julie Booker

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