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Friday, October 15, 2021

LibraryReads: November 2021

   It's LibraryReads day and that means four things here on RA for All

  1. I post the list and tag it “Library Reads” so that you can easily pull up every single list with one click.
  2. I can remind you that even though the newest list is always fun to see, it is the older lists where you can find AWESOME, sure bet suggestions for patrons that will be on your shelf to actually hand to them right now. The best thing about LibraryReads is the compound interest it is earning. We now have hundreds and hundreds of titles worth suggesting right at our fingertips through this archive OR the sortable master list allowing you to mix and match however you want.
  3. You have no excuse not to hand sell any LibraryReads titles because there is a book talk right there in the list in the form of the annotation one of your colleagues wrote for you. All you have to say to your patron is, “such and such library worker in blank state thought this was a great read,” and then you read what he or she said.
  4. Every upcoming book now has at least 1 readalike that is available to hand out RIGHT NOW. Book talk the upcoming book, place a hold for it, and then hand out that readalike title for while they wait. If they need more titles before their hold comes in, use the readalike title to identify more readalike titles. And then keep repeating. Seriously, it is that easy to have happy, satisfied readers.
So get out there and suggest a good read to someone today. I don’t care what list or resource you use to find the suggestion, just start suggesting books.

Please remember to click here for everything you need to know about how to participate. Click here to see a database of eligible diverse titles sorted by month.

And finally, here is LibraryReads' extremely helpful Resources page.

Now let's get to that list.... 

  

Announcing the November 2021 LibraryReads List!

All Her Little Secrets: A Novel 
by Wanda M. Morris
William Morrow Paperbacks

“All is not as it first seems in this thriller set in present-day Atlanta. In-house attorney Ellice is suddenly elevated to corporate general counsel after her boss’s death, but things don’t add up. A beautifully written, entertaining mystery with on-target social commentary about workplace politics and racial and sexual discrimination. For fans of Hank Phillippi Ryan, Attica Locke, and S. A. Cosby.”

—Nina Radakovich, Atlanta-Fulton Public Library System, Atlanta, GA 
NoveList read-alike: As the Wicked Watch by Tamron Hall

And now the rest of the list:

The Donut Trap: A Novel 

by Julie Tieu

Avon

“Jas is lost and working in her family's donut shop. When she accidentally follows her crush on Instagram, things start to change. An all-around good book that touches on family dynamics, friendships, and issues faced by recent college grads. For fans of Get a Life, Chloe Brown and The Friend Zone.”

—Suzy Card, Grapevine Library, Grapevine, TX 
NoveList read-alike: Simmer Down by Sarah Smith


The Fastest Way to Fall 

by Denise Williams

Berkley Jove

“Absolutely loved the body-positive message of this fun romance between a lifestyle web reviewer and the fitness coach she’s supposed to be evaluating. Wonderful, well-written characters make this a winner. For fans of Olivia Dade and Kate Clayborn.”

—Rebecca Moe, Buffalo and Erie County Public Library, Buffalo, NY 
NoveList read-alike: Big Girl Panties by Stephanie Evanovich


Guild Boss 

by Jayne Castle

Berkley

“In this wonderful return to the Harmony paranormal romance series, Gabriel finds a kidnapped Lucy sitting on a crystal throne with a dust bunny feeding her pizza. Adventure and sexual tension ensue. For readers who enjoy Christine Feehan and Gena Showalter. ”

—Angely Jibaja, Queens Library, Rockaway Park, NY
NoveList read-alike: Illona Andrews

Just Haven't Met You Yet 

by Sophie Cousens

G.P. Putnam's Sons

“When her boss wants more like her “How did you meet?” video interviews, Laura travels to the island of Jersey to explore her parents’ story. She learns the truth about her family, makes friends, learns how to follow her passion in work, and has her own meet- cute. A well-rounded romance novel for fans of One Day in December and Good Luck with That.”

—Heather McIntosh, Botetourt County Libraries, Roanoke, VA 
NoveList read-alike: Would Like to Meet by Rachel Winters


A Marvelous Life 

by Freya Markse

Tordotcom

“An Edwardian baronet mistakenly becomes the bureaucratic liaison to a hidden magical society in this trilogy starter. Features great character development and a strong story line weaving fantasy, mystery, and a study in manners, all with a twist of humor. For fans of Zen Cho and V.E. Schwab."

—Courtenay Reece, Millville Public Library, Millville, NJ
NoveList read-alike: KJ Charles


Never Fall for Your Fiancee 

by Virginia Heath

St. Martin's Griffin

“Hugh’s the handsome nobleman and Minerva is his fake fiancee--a fully realized hero and heroine sure to win over many fans in this delightful Regency romantic comedy brimming with appealing characters. For fans of Bridgerton and League of Extraordinary Women.”

—Janet Schneider, Peninsula Public Library, Lawrence, NY 
NoveList read-alike: Any Duchess will Do by Tessa Dare


Noor 

by Nnedi Okorafor

DAW

“What’s the price of harnessing the wind? Who really benefits from "clean" energy? Okorafor explores these themes and more in her tale of a woman who discovers she’s much more than her cybernetic implants. Masterfully written, this is a thoughtful, accessible page turner for fans of Octavia Butler and Martha Wells.”

—Jennifer Ohzourk, West Des Moines Public Library, Des Moines, IA 
NoveList read-alike: The Prey of Gods by Nicky Drayden


The Sentence 

by Louise Erdrich

Harper

“A weird novel that is occasionally very funny, this is set in Birchbark Books, Erdrich’s own Minneapolis bookstore, which is haunted by the ghost of its most annoying customer. The story moves through the pandemic and the explosion of protests after George Floyd’s murder, but Erdrich's warmth is always there. For readers of Isabel Allende and Tommy Orange.”

—Diana Armstrong, Multnomah County Library, Portland, OR 
NoveList read-alike: Our Country Friends by Gary Shteyngart


The Singles Table 

by Sara Desai

Berkley Jove

“Desai provides so much warmth, humor and heat as Zara, free-spirited lawyer with commitment issues, promises to help driven, entrepreneurial CEO Jake find the woman of his dreams. This opposites-attract romcom is perfect for fans of Farah Heron, Farrah Rochon, and Alisha Rai.”

—Laura Eckert, Clermont Library, Cincinnati, OH 
NoveList read-alike: The Man Ban by Nicola Marsh



The LibraryReads Hall of Fame designation honors authors who have had multiple titles appear on the monthly LibraryReads list since 2013. When their third title places on the list via library staff votes, the author moves into our Hall of Fame.


Click here to access the Hall of Fame Archive with annotations and readalikes


These Precious Days: Essays 

by Ann Patchett

Harper


Wish You Were Here: A Novel 

by Jodi Picoult

Ballantine Books


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