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Book Cover for: A Cuban Girl's Guide to Tea and Tomorrow, Laura Taylor Namey

A Cuban Girl's Guide to Tea and Tomorrow

Laura Taylor Namey
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A fast-paced fantasy romance might grab her attention, like Dana Swift's Wickery Series (start with Cast in Firelight). Or try an upbeat romance like A Cuban Girl's Guide to Tea and Tomorrow by Laura Taylor Namey. #AskALibrarian https://t.co/F7vKjxy8P9

Paperback, 2021

$12.99$6.49 + Free shipping50% off your first book
Book Cover for: Mimi Lee Reads Between the Lines: A Sassy Cat Mystery, Jennifer J. Chow

Mimi Lee Reads Between the Lines: A Sassy Cat Mystery

Jennifer J. Chow
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For some heartwarming, fun romances (that have some steam), you can try Book Lovers by Emily Henry or Chef's Kiss by T.J. Alexander. Or, try an upbeat cozy romance like Abby Collete's A Game of Cones and Jennifer J. Chow's Mimi Lee Reads Between the Lines. #AskALibrarian https://t.co/4wd4O0LULe

Hardcover, Large Print, 2021

$36.95$18.48 + Free shipping50% off your first book
Book Cover for: A Study in Scarlet Women, Sherry Thomas

A Study in Scarlet Women

Sherry Thomas
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While it is more of a mystery than romance, the intricately plotted A Study in Scarlet Women by Sherry Thomas does have a slow-burning romantic subplot. And Jennifer J. Chow's amusing cozy mystery Mimi Lee Gets a Clue also features some romance. #AskALibrarian https://t.co/9CfXu3tpyG

Paperback, 2016

$18.00$9.00 + Free shipping50% off your first book
Book Cover for: The Novice, Taran Matharu

The Novice

Taran Matharu
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He might like Taran Matharu's fast-paced high fantasy Summoner series (the first book is The Novice), which stars an orphan who discovers he has magical abilities. #AskALibrarian https://t.co/quEwtjL5vY

Paperback, 2016

$12.99$6.49 + Free shipping50% off your first book
Book Cover for: The Travelling Cat Chronicles, Hiro Arikawa

The Travelling Cat Chronicles

Hiro Arikawa
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Kira Jane Buxton's sardonic, quirky apocalyptic novel Hollow Kingdom stars a sarcastic crow and his bloodhound friend, Dennis. Or try Hiro Arikawa's heartwarming story of human and animal bonds, The Travelling Cat Chronicles. #AskALibrarian https://t.co/cqsQb9r2MR

Hardcover, 2018

$24.00$12.00 + Free shipping50% off your first book
Book Cover for: Calling for a Blanket Dance, Oscar Hokeah

Calling for a Blanket Dance

Oscar Hokeah
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Too hard to pick one favorite, but some great options include Ramona Emerson's suspenseful, gritty Shutter, Oscar Hokeah's moving, sweeping Calling for a Blanket Dance, and Chelsea T. Hicks' darkly humorous A Calm & Normal Heart. #AskALibrarian https://t.co/YP3tCgebOd

Paperback, 2023

$17.99$8.99 + Free shipping50% off your first book
Book Cover for: The Patron Saint of Second Chances, Christine Simon

The Patron Saint of Second Chances

Christine Simon
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For some options set in Italy, try Christine Simon's funny, fast-paced The Patron Saint of Second Chances or Mario Giordano's witty mystery, Auntie Poldi and the Sicilian Lions. #AskALibrarian https://t.co/yqKhAGI0Vp

Paperback, 2023

$17.00$8.50 + Free shipping50% off your first book
Book Cover for: Cackle, Rachel Harrison

Cackle

Rachel Harrison
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Grady Hendrix tends to inject his horror with some humor. Try the satirical Horrorstor or darkly humorous My Best Friend's Exorcism. Or check out Rachel Harrison's sardonic Cackle. #AskALibrarian https://t.co/nHeRj5Nbkl

Paperback, 2022

$19.00$9.50 + Free shipping50% off your first book
Book Cover for: The Vibrant Years, Sonali Dev

The Vibrant Years

Sonali Dev
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For an upbeat story focusing on three generations of women, try Sonali Dev's The Vibrant Years. Or, for a funny and heartwarming romance, check out Amy Lea's Exes and O's. #AskALibrarian https://t.co/aUicyFco6v

Paperback, 2022

$16.99$8.49 + Free shipping50% off your first book
Book Cover for: Dragons Love Tacos 2: The Sequel, Adam Rubin

Dragons Love Tacos 2: The Sequel

Adam Rubin
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Try the offbeat, silly Dragons Loves Tacos and Dragons Love Tacos 2 by Adam Rubin. Or, for a colorful, rhyming option, check out Rhyming Dust Bunnies by Jan Thomas. #AskALibrarian https://t.co/F8nIO91FM5

Hardcover, 2017

$18.99$9.49 + Free shipping50% off your first book