Maggie Knapp
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Redemptor
This series explores questions of family, gender roles, and the distribution of wealth and power. A satisfying conclusion that should be purchased by any library where the first book is popular.
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Pine Island Home
This deserves a place in most libraries—Horvath hits the perfect notes of independence, adventure, and sentimentality, without being cloying. Hand to fans of Jeanne Birdsall’s The Penderwicks and Karina Yan Glaser’s The Vanderbeekers of 141st Street.
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As the Shadow Rises
The large cast of characters crosses miles and formidable obstacles while searching for relics, interpreting dreams, and occasionally seeking solace in each other’s beds. Buy where the first book is popular.
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Soulswift
Suggest this fantasy with religious elements to readers who appreciate gunpowder and bird-carried messages over high-tech explosives and instant communication.
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Making the Most of Teen Library Volunteers: Energizing and Engaging Community
Filled with solid ideas for new programming and creative tweaks to established programs, for librarians in service areas large and small.
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Young Adult Nonfiction: A Readers’ Advisory and Collection Development Guide
While there is room to quibble with some suggested reading/interest levels, these moments are rare. This is a necessary purchase and an enjoyable read for those who recommend to or develop collections for a young adult audience.
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A Pinch of Magic
A good choice for middle grade fairy-tale fans craving something with an occasionally dark twist, and some sisterly double crossing.
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The Mermaid, the Witch, and the Sea
When considering for purchase, note that descriptions of whippings and torture may distress some readers; this is a dark and creative story, laced with romance, and not for the faint of heart.
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