If the midpoint of summer has you struggling to come up with new ideas to keep the young ones in your life entertained, might we suggest a trip into the bookstore? Not only are there a whole host of shop dogs just waiting to be greeted (and maybe check to see if you’re hiding treats), but we’ve also rounded up 11 new books guaranteed to please the young (and young at heart!) readers in your life. Dogs, books, air conditioning — is there a better way to spend a summer afternoon?
And don’t miss several kid-friendly events at the end of this post!
PICTURE BOOKS |
Recommended by Ann
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Recommended by Rae Ann
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Recommended by Jackie
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Recommended by Jackie
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Recommended by Chelsea
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Recommended by Katherine
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INDEPENDENT READER |
Recommended by Kay
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Recommended by Steve
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Recommended by Rae Ann
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YOUNG ADULT |
Recommended by Kay
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ParnassusNext — Our July Selection
Here’s what some of the early reviews are saying: “Wilder Girls is so sharp and packs so much emotion in such wise ways. I’m convinced we’re about to witness the emergence of a major new literary star.” —Jeff Vandermeer, New York Times bestselling author of Annihilation “A staggering gut punch of a book.” —Kirkus, starred review “Wilder Girls is the bold, imaginative, emotionally wrenching horror novel of my dreams — one that celebrates the resilience of girls and the earthshaking power of their friendships. An eerie, unforgettable triumph.” —Claire Legrand, New York Times bestselling author of Furyborn “Power’s evocative, haunting, and occasionally gruesome debut will challenge readers to ignore its bewitching presence.” —Booklist, starred review ParnassusNext is the book subscription box for YA lovers. Every member of ParnassusNext receives a first edition hardcover of each month’s selected book, signed by the author. There is no membership fee to join — and no line to stand in for the autograph. Not only will you have one of the best YA books of the month when it comes out, you’ll have it straight from the author’s hands, with an original, authentic signature! Set up a subscription for yourself or buy a gift membership for your favorite YA reader for 3, 6, or 12 months. |
Cool off with the kiddos indoors and join us for one of these upcoming events at the store!
Katja Russell and Nick McGinn, authors of A Bunny Named Barnaby: It’s a Bun Life — July 21, 2pm
Where’s Waldo Celebration — July 30, 3-4pm. (Learn more about the Find Waldo Local scavenger hunt here.)
Weekly Storytime — Saturdays at 10:30 a.m. and Thursdays at 4pm