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Man Enough: Undefining My Masculinity by Justin Baldoni Challenging men to be vulnerable and sensitive for a change and reimagine what it means to be "man enough." Join the Wellness Book Group Wednesday, September 14th from 7-8 p.m. https://t.co/B4LEip1CVx https://t.co/qzksETi5JC

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Our Dreams at Dusk by Yuhki Kamatani This manga is a must-read for anyone who's ever felt different. The story centers around a high school boy who is involuntarily outed as gay, and his tribulations to find peace with himself and acceptance from others. #bigIDEA #lgbtiapride https://t.co/Mu0HnxSIg1

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Amari and the Night Brothers by B. B. Alston A young girl named Amari Peters is on a mission to find her missing brother. Amari's life takes a dramatic turn when she receives a mysterious suitcase from her brother, containing a series of clues that lead her to a hidden world. https://t.co/6hqVTdDAHX

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We Move Together by Kelly Fritsch, Anne McGuire, and Eduardo Trejos It's a true celebration of disability culture and the way we build community. It also includes a kid-friendly glossary in the back. #AbilityAwarenessMonth https://t.co/I2lJDRWreL

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Marrying the Ketchups by Jennifer Close The Sullivan family, the restaurant they own, and their experiences in 2016 make this book funny, warm, and thought-provoking. You will be craving more of them and Rose's secret Bloody Mary recipe. https://t.co/udnJgdxnx6

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Sparring Partners by John Grisham The fourth installment takes us back to Ford County - but outside courtroom. This series of novellas tells death row inmates' last requests, Jake's quest to help an estranged friend, and two sparring partners - brothers who hate each other. https://t.co/CE2XbxFfK4

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The Bodyguard by Katherine Center Bodyguard Hannah Brooks knows how to kill someone with a wine bottle opener but looks so innocent. She unwillingly has to protect superstar and sexiest-man-alive-winner, Jack Stapleton. They fake date to hide the danger he's in from his family. https://t.co/iwpmmLYKHw

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Family of Liars by E. Lockhart The prequel to 'we were liars' follows the Sinclair sisters as teenagers and their summers spent on the family's private island. Not only does their island house an extravagant home, it houses secrets, addiction, death... and ghosts. https://t.co/kGvlolFhYt

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No Boundaries: 25 Women Explorers and Scientists Share Adventures, Inspiration, Advice by Clare Fieseler & Gabby Salazar Women on the frontlines of science and exploration share real-life adventures, challenges, and advice on how they break barriers to change the world. https://t.co/C4HF0rSUKG

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Happy Pride Month! We’re celebrating by sharing our favorite LGBTQ+ books. Today's InstaRec is Carry On - the rise and fall of Simon Snow by Rainbow Rowell Share your favorites in the comments! #PrideMonth https://t.co/9i5dUOpgXO