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October Staff Pick: GARLIC AND THE VAMPIRE by @breebird33 "The cutest little graphic novel about an anxious little garlic!" - @tildyyy https://t.co/OjcYfct88K
July staff pick: THIS PLACE IS STIL BEAUTIFUL by @xixi_tian "This book was so well done." - Audrey https://t.co/KBbDUcYpoE
May Staff Pick: MOONCAKES by @suzusaur & @AngrygirLcomics "Mooncakes is an utter delight; it's a treat you want to savor, but can't help but consume in one sitting." - Ben S. https://t.co/oitNBjO2Js
APRIL STAFF PICK: KNIGHT OWL by @cadenise "As charming as he is gallant, Owl proves that kindness can be more effective than even the sharpest sword." - Ben S. https://t.co/9SHTTooLV9
Speaking of sweet gifts from @Remy_Lai, we are totally looking forward to these sweet graphic novels for younger readers coming out in April! (Probably too much to hope they'll come w donuts, but maybe signed bookplates? We shall see.)
Know what else we've got today? Signed editions (bookplates) of @kellybarnhill's fantastic new middle-grade novel, The Ogress and the Orphans! Get 'em while they last! https://t.co/ziRfbzmZQF
So many great books on our shelves today! Check out @ElaineDimop's wonderful new middle-grade novel, Turn the Tide! https://t.co/aoet3pK9Vi
January staff pick: BRIAR GIRLS by @rebeccawriting "A bi love story is woven into the magic of this story of a girl discovering her own power and how to wield it. Absolutely gorgeous and engrossing." - @tildyyy https://t.co/oNf25tuHn2
January staff pick: TIDESONG by @AngrygirLcomics "Tidesong is a touching work of fantasy told with a soft and whimsical art style that is a true joy to read." - Ben S. https://t.co/uSCLzcSg5h
We are open 7:00 am to 5:00 pm today! Lots of great books left on our shelves. Also, rumor has it Buddy the Elf will be appearing again. If he finds his perfect cup of coffee, it means next year will be full of good cheer! Hope you're busy brewing, @blackbear_cafe.