The Library Book
By Susan Orlean
A dive into library history -- way more exciting than it sounds, I promise. This book provides a portrait of LA culture as well as the story behind...
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Featured Lists
Conservation Reading Group
Birds Connect Seattle invites you to read and learn with us. Together, we'll deepen our understanding of conservation and become stronger advocates for birds and nature.
Learn more about and join our reading group here: https://birdsconnectsea.org/learn/conservation-reading-group/
Romantic Reads for Summer
It's summer time so we are getting more requests for books that are light, fun, and breezy. In other words, romance novels. Peruse this list to find the perfect accompaniment for an afternoon in the sun at your local park or beach vacation.
If you're in the neighborhood, swing by our store to find more romantic reads!
If you're in the neighborhood, swing by our store to find more romantic reads!
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The Grind
Do you find yourself stuck in a cycle of all work and no play? Check out these titles. A lot of these picks are satirical because when you’re going through the daily grind, sometimes it helps to laugh (instead of cry). At the very least, many of these stories will help you know you're not alone. If you're starting to question whether the career you've been chasing is worth the cost, these books can offer a sense of solidarity and perhaps some insight on what to do next.
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Books We're Looking Forward To
2026 is here and there are new books to be read! Some of these are still only available for pre-order, but the authors' past work promises that they will be well worth the wait. Order now and they'll be shipped when they're officially released.
Recent Notes
Ubik
By Philip K Dick
A true favorite of mine. I love sci-fi that requires alot from the reader, leaning heavily on the possibility that we might fill in the gaps the...
The Gilda Stories (Anniversary, Expanded)
By Jewelle Gomez
I've been meaning to read this book for a while, because Jewelle Gomez is married to my partner's aunt! So this is the first time I've read a book by...
Yesteryear
By Caro Claire Burke
A very dark book about a tradwife who focuses so much on her outward appearance on social media that she neglects her family. This explores the...
Looking Glass Sound
By Catriona Ward
It was SO GOOD until you hit the back third. Too many twists and layers to be able to follow it all.
Project Hail Mary
By Andy Weir
A remarkably quick read for how deep the science was. Really cool character work too.