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Every week, The Thread checks in with booksellers around the country about their favorite books of the moment.

An 'excruciatingly beautiful' novel from a celebrated poet

An 'excruciatingly beautiful' novel from a celebrated poet

Aaron Cance says Ocean Vuong’s novel is simply astounding: “Everything else I read for the rest of this year is going to be measured against this novel.”
by Tracy Mumford

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Colson Whitehead's new novel 'is the work of a master'

Colson Whitehead's new novel 'is the work of a master'

How does Colson Whitehead follow up his Pulitzer Prize-winning novel? — with an equally stunning story.

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Constantinople; Michelangelo; Elephants

Constantinople; Michelangelo; Elephants

Bookseller Matt Keliher recommends a short summer read by one of France's greatest living writers.
by Tracy Mumford

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Emily Bright

Emily Bright

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The absurd, hilarious classic you shouldn't skip

The absurd, hilarious classic you shouldn't skip

Brandy O'Briant first reluctantly picked up "The Master and Margarita" in college, but it's one of the novels she continues to re-read.
by Tracy Mumford

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'Beautiful' essays that address race, family, religion and more

'Beautiful' essays that address race, family, religion and more

"I feel like everyone can see themselves reflected in this book, but also learn from something completely new," said bookseller Allison Punch.
by Tracy Mumford

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'Great writing, great style, a nice long page turner'

'Great writing, great style, a nice long page turner'

"You kind of fall in love with the heroine," said bookseller Darryl Peck. "Which is always a nice way to make it through a summer read."
by Tracy Mumford

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An 'absolutely wonderful' novel of hidden identities

An 'absolutely wonderful' novel of hidden identities

"The Elegance of the Hedgehog" follows two characters in a fancy French apartment building who keep their true selves hidden.
by Tracy Mumford

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'Hands down, it's the best book I've ever read'

'Hands down, it's the best book I've ever read'

Could you name the best book you've ever read? Could you pick just one? Bookseller Wesley Minter has his ready.
by Tracy Mumford

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The power of an unforgettable character

The power of an unforgettable character

Bookseller Lori Fisher loves the characters in this novel so much, she even dressed up as one for Halloween.
by Tracy Mumford

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