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Gwen Danfelt recommends a speculative fiction novel first published in 1976 that remains starkly relevant for modern readers.

Bookseller Brian Roegge recommends a book that traces Wisconsin’s long relationship with ales, lagers and more.

“It’s a book that’s a combination of funny and smart,” said bookseller Danny Caine. “And that’s my favorite thing, when something can be hilarious with a lot to say.”

This biography of Frank Lloyd Wright describes the architect’s life through the lens of tragedy.

Téa Obreht returns after nearly a decade with a new novel that weaves American history together with some truly strange happenings in the desert.

“It’s a book about sharing and it’s a book about kindness, and that’s just something we all need,” said bookseller Nikki Silvestrini.

This book is almost impossible to describe without revealing too much, according to bookseller Sarah Wilson: “It’s very intriguing, it’s got a very dark, humorous edge to it.”

Bookseller Francine Tanguay recommends a novel about two women separated by a century, but connected by tragedy. It’s been a best-seller in her shop for almost five years.

Bookseller Jhoanna Belfer recommends a graphic memoir by Mira Jacob, about the realities of growing up in the U.S. as a person of color.

Bookseller Gwen Danfelt recommends a beautiful novel that weaves together a sense of place with a pressing question of identity.