Coming Soon: Books we're excited about (Amber)

As librarians, we order books every month that go out on our shelf for you to read. But as booknerds, we get just as excited for these upcoming releases as you do. We wanted to showcase some of these newly ordered books that we are excited to read and that we hope you’ll be excited for too! All covers are linked to the book’s Goodreads page so you can learn more about it, and at the end of every description, click “PLACE A HOLD” to be taken to the book in the CMRLS catalog.

1. Me and Earl and the Dying Girl by Jesse Andrews:Where to begin with this one…? I LOVED it! Being from the painfully honest point-of-view of a teenage boy, it’s hilarious and awkward and wrong in all the right ways! Fair warning: If you’re hoping for another The Fault in Our Stars story, you won’t find it here, my friends. PLACE A HOLD
2. I Am the Messenger by Markus Zusak: Markus Zusak stole my heart and curiosity during the first page of The Book Thief (SWOON), and if the same goes for you, please be my best friend! But seriously, I can’t wait for this book to come in so that I, and my fellow Zusak fans, can experience even more of what this brilliant writer has to offer. PLACE A HOLD
3. After Alice by Gregory Maguire: “If Euridyce can ever be returned to the arms of Orpheus, or Lazarus can be raised from the tomb, perhaps Alice can be returned to life.” Genius! Gregory Maguire is pure genius and I’m thrilled to see how he warps and twists Carroll’s classic tale of Alice in Wonderland! While we’re waiting for the release, I highly recommend his book Wicked to give you a true taste of what he’s giving us to look forward to. PLACE A HOLD

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-- Amber

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Coming soon: Books we're excited about (Kayla)

As librarians, we order books every month that go out on our shelf for you to read. But as booknerds, we get just as excited for these upcoming releases as you do. We wanted to showcase some of these newly ordered books that we are excited to read and that we hope you’ll be excited for too! All covers are linked to the book’s Goodreads page so you can learn more about it, and at the end of every description, click “PLACE A HOLD” to be taken to the book in the CMRLS catalog.

1. The Dead House by Dawn Kurtagich: I have been gagging for this book since I first heard about it. I love creepy, unsettling stories, I love psychological thrillers, and I love mixed media. The Dead House apparently has all of that on top of rave reviews, and I’m THERE FOR IT. PLACE A HOLD
2. Queen of Shadows by Sarah J. Maas: The long awaited fourth book in the Throne of Glass series has got me more than a little excited. I love all of the characters, I love the action, I love the story, and I pretty much recommend this series to anyone that crosses my path with even a vague interest in fantasy. PLACE A HOLD
3. Everything, Everything by Nicola Yoon: Normally, books like this aren’t the first thing I gravitate toward. Thanks to Stefani, though, I’m learning to get more into contemporary YA, and the premise of Everything, Everything looks really interesting! Come on, a girl that’s allergic to the outside world? Of course I’m into that! PLACE A HOLD
4. Daughters Unto Devils by Amy Lukavics: Everything I’ve heard about this book sounds delightful. Being from Oklahoma, anything that incorporates the sheer horror of something stalking the prairie  has my vote. This book sounds phenomenally atmospheric and creepy, and I want it in my hands YESTERDAY. PLACE A HOLD

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-- Kayla

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Coming soon: Books We're Excited About (Stefani)

As librarians, we order books every month that go out on our shelf for you to read. But as booknerds, we get just as excited for these upcoming releases as you do. We wanted to showcase some of these newly ordered books that we are excited to read and that we hope you’ll be excited for too! All covers are linked to the book’s Goodreads page so you can learn more about it, and at the end of every description, click “PLACE A HOLD” to be taken to the book in the CMRLS catalog.

1. Winter by Marissa Meyer (this one will be coming in as an audiobook and physical book!): The final installment of The Lunar Chronicles series, Winter is set to be an epic conclusion to an epic series of fairy tale retellings in a futuristic, sci-fi world. Can’t wait! PLACE A HOLD
2. The Rest of Us Just Live Here by Patrick Ness: A book about all the people who are NOT the Chosen One. Set in a world full of heroes and powers and all that jazz, but about the kids who just want to go to prom and graduate high school. And it’s by Patrick Ness? I need this. PLACE A HOLD
3. Illuminae by Amie Kaufman and Jay Kristoff: Okay, I won’t lie. I’ve read this one already AND I own an ARC and hardcover. I’m ready for this one to come in so I can get everyone and their mother to check it out. It’s one of the best books I read this year. This one is a sci-fi adventure through space focused on two teens attempting to outrun a ship bent on their destruction and an AI who’s gone a little…crazy. What more could you want? PLACE A HOLD
4. A Madness So Discreet by Mandy McGinnis: I am so ridiculously excited for this book. According to the summary, it “explores the fine line between sanity and insanity, good and evil—and the madness that exists in all of us.” The description sounds fascinating, and I can already feel myself drawn to Grace. PLACE A HOLD

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-- Stefani

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Collaborative Music Monday: RANDOM SONGS!

It’s Music Monday! What does that mean? The Central Mississippi Regional Library System has a ridiculous amount of FREE to you resources available for patrons. One of those is Freegal, a free and legal service that now allows patrons to download five songs each week for FREE (notice the emphasis on free). Every Monday we’ll be picking five songs that we love that are available on Freegal for you to download.

Stefani's choice:

1. "RIP 2 My Youth" by The Neighbourhood

"Put me in the dirt, let me dream with the stars."

2. "Disasterology" by Pierce the Veil

"Can we create something beautiful and destroy it?Nobody knows I dream about it, this is my imagination.If every living thing dies alone, what am I doing here?"

Anna's choice:

3. "Midnight City" by M83

"The city is my church, 

It wraps me in the sparkling twilight."

4. "The Weight of Lies" by The Avett Brothers

"I once heard the worst thing a man can do is draw a hungry crowd.
Tell everyone his name, pride, and confidence,
But leaving out his doubts."

Our choice:

5. "Sweatpants" by Childish Gambino

"Yeah, you got some silverware, but really are you eating though?"

If any of these catch your eye, head on over to Freegal and download them all for FREE! Yeah, our choices are eclectic, but at least you get a good mix here!

-- Stefani & Anna

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