Iowa City Public Library Book Recommendations & Book Mentions

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"Something to talk about" by Meryl Wilsner is an incredible work you should take home today: https://t.co/sjPkVrF1t7 https://t.co/Ni3HJkxe3x

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Celebrate summer with us on Thursday, June 1, from 10:30 to 11 a.m. with another special Storytime, singing "Songs of Peter Rabbit" by Dudley Glass and reading the classic Beatrix Potter story. Come by to see and hear Peter Rabbit like never before! https://t.co/BL2AGFpAmm https://t.co/2mF3LvpcDO

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Black History Month is an annual celebration of achievements by Black Americans and a time for recognizing their central role in U.S. History. "The Bluest Eye" by the legendary Toni Morrison is sure to wow you: http://ow.ly/CAby50HN1Fc https://t.co/0nvLUDs59j

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Take a chance on "Wretched Waterpark" by Kiersten White and scoop up this spooky, gothic, story of sibling adventure today: https://t.co/60WBxmU6dt https://t.co/3aKnZD2Jgs

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Check out ICPL Staff picks for 2022 Best of the Best. Emily Henry's "Book Lovers" is a rom-com lover's dream read featuring a fierce heroine who does not apologize for her ambition and heartfelt discussions on grief. #BestOfTheBest22 https://t.co/luzKv4jGYU https://t.co/X6yhASR7OB

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Curious which new books our ICPL staff were most excited about in 2021? Try Best of the Best! We won't reveal the complete list until December 31st, but our Sci-Fi/Fantasy winner becomes a reality today with "Project Hail Mary" by Andy Weir. https://t.co/vwiXKKm2xQ

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Join us on Thursday, Feb. 16 from 7-8:30 p.m. for a virtual book discussion on "Passing" by Nella Larsen. The virtual discussion will be facilitated by Abena Sankofa Imhotep, Director of Sankofa Literary and Empowerment Group of Des Moines. https://t.co/a6AAvTtrTZ https://t.co/O6gzKSYn0S

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ICPL Library Asst. Heidi recommends "Tomorrow, and Tomorrow, and Tomorrow" by Gabrielle Zevin. "I loved the characters in this book and also the little things it reminded me of from the 90s — like the PC game 'King's Quest!'" writes Heidi. Check it out: https://t.co/VUjo67lsIW https://t.co/ZKGk09WQYI

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"Greenglass House" by Kate Milford Twelve-year-old Milo’s Christmas looks ruined when five eccentric guests arrive at his parents’ inn on the first day of vacation. But his new friend Meddy has other ideas. https://t.co/h03bOHcQKM https://t.co/ePAUQhOZ0q

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Dive into the captivating world of "Wintersong" by S. Jae-Jones! Follow Liesl on a daring quest to rescue her sister from the Goblin King and explore the mysterious underground realm. https://t.co/MI4uoY6M60 https://t.co/qQqUh9U33S