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Would You Dare Put a Diaper on a Bear? by Kinsman-Chauvet, Lillias

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Would You Dare Put a Diaper on a Bear? by Lillias Kinsman-Chauvet
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This silly sing-songy book will have your child bubbling over with laughter. The pictures are funny colorful animals outfitted in diapers and are sure to make your little one cover their mouths trying to keep from giggling. It is the perfect book to help encourage potty training.

Would You Dare Put a Diaper on a Bear? by Lillias Kinsman-Chauvet, (List Price: $18.99, Boxer Books, 9781915801654, April 2024)

Reviewed by Keeshia Jacklitch, Bookmarks in Winston-Salem, North Carolina

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Where Sleeping Girls Lie by Faridah Àbíké-Íyímídé

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Where Sleeping Girls Lie by Faridah Àbíké-Íyímídé
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To say I’m obsessed is an understatement. Sade arrives at a boarding school, escaping her past, when her new roommate disappears the next day. Layers of secrets and twists are uncovered as Sade tries to find her roommate. I couldn’t put this down and will immediately read anything she writes!

Where Sleeping Girls Lie by Faridah Àbíké-Íyímídé, (List Price: $19.99, Feiwel & Friends, 9781250800848, March 2024)

Reviewed by Kayla Matykunas, Bookmarks in , North Carolina

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You Get What You Pay For by Morgan Parker

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You Get What You Pay For by Morgan Parker
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I have read everything Morgan Parker has written and thus knew this essay collection would be incredible, yet it still surpassed my expectations! I was immediately absorbed in her ideas and prose. I always love reading essays by poets because they don’t waste a single word. A fabulous, thoughtful, candid, collection that speaks straight from the heart. A must-read!

You Get What You Pay For by Morgan Parker, (List Price: $28, One World, 9780525511441, March 2024)

Reviewed by Kate Storhoff, Bookmarks in Winston-Salem, North Carolina

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Lunar New Year Love Story by Gene Luen Yang

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Lunar New Year Love Story by Gene Luen Yang
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Val believes that her family is cursed and they will always be unlucky in love. I loved the sweet and charming graphics and learning about the art of lion dancing. Val’s courage and determination to try and open her heart even if it may end in heartbreak is inspiring. I truly enjoyed this book!

Lunar New Year Love StoryLunar New Year Love Story by Gene Luen Yang, (List Price: $25.99, First Second, 9781626728103, January 2024)

Reviewed by Keeshia Jacklitch, Bookmarks in Winston-Salem, North Carolina

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Love Is My Favorite Color by Nina Laden

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Love Is My Favorite Color by Nina Laden
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This might just be my favorite picture book of the year. This is a story of how to live well at any age, how to show wonder, joy, appreciation, and understanding. It’s the perfect read along, and the illustrations feel both of-this-world and deeply magical.

Love Is My Favorite Color by Nina Laden, (List Price: $18.99, Simon & Schuster/Paula Wiseman Books, 9781665913096, January 2024)

Reviewed by Morgan DePerno, Bookmarks in Winston-Salem, North Carolina

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Quietly Hostile by Samantha Irby

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Quietly Hostile by Samantha Irby
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Samantha Irby is a writer like no other. She has the ability to draw out all the hilarious moments of everyday life with charming self-deprecation and laugh-out-loud prose. The humor in her writing often disguises her brilliance — don’t be fooled — Samantha Irby is a genius.

Quietly HostileQuietly Hostile by Samantha Irby, (List Price: $17, Vintage, 9780593315699, May 2023)

Reviewed by Jamie Southern, Bookmarks in Winston-Salem, North Carolina

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JoyFull by Radhi Devlukia-Shetty

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JoyFull by Radhi Devlukia-Shetty
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Notable for its emphasis on relatable, whole, plant-based foods, JoyFull steers clear of imitation replacements found in many vegan cookbooks. Complete with recommendations for wellness practices and daily habits, as well as thoughtful insights, JoyFull exudes sincere, earnest energy. It stands out in the cookbook landscape, offering more than just a collection of recipes–it also extends an invitation to approach cooking and meal prep with mindfulness, caring for our bodies in a loving and intentional manner. Highly recommended for readers of all diets, not just those favoring plant-based or vegan foods.

JoyFull by Radhi Devlukia-Shetty, (List Price: $35, S&S/Simon Element, 9781982199722, February 2024)

Reviewed by Beth Seufer Buss, Bookmarks in Winston-Salem, North Carolina

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My Side of the River by Elizabeth Camarillo Gutierrez

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My Side of the River by Elizabeth Camarillo Gutierrez
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My Side of the River tells the poignant story of Elizabeth Camarillo Gutierrez, a fifteen-year-old honors student abruptly separated from her family by immigration policies. Alone in the United States, she is forced to navigate the challenges of finding shelter and resources while relentlessly pursuing academic excellence. Highly recommended for readers who appreciate Dear America and looking to explore topics of immigration and identity.

My Side of the RiverMy Side of the River by Elizabeth Camarillo Gutierrez, (List Price: $29, St. Martin’s Press, 9781250277954, February 2024)

Reviewed by Beth Seufer Buss, Bookmarks in Winston-Salem, North Carolina

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Slow Noodles by Chantha Nguon

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Slow Noodles by Chantha Nguon
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Slow Noodles is the gripping memoir of a child navigating the devastating impact of Pol Pot’s genocide in the 1970s. Nguon recounts the heartbreaking separation from family, escape to another country, and the enduring grip of memories centered around recipes from her mother’s kitchen. This book is a powerful blend of sorrow and hope, terror and optimism, all interwoven with the significance of food and the potency of memories, making it an ideal choice for book clubs looking to delve into history alongside discussions on family dynamics, the role of food, and the complexities of immigration.

Slow Noodles by Chantha Nguon, (List Price: $29, Algonquin Books, 9781643753492, February 2024)

Reviewed by Beth Seufer Buss, Bookmarks in Winston-Salem, North Carolina

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Tales of the Celestial Kingdom by Sue Lynn Tan

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Tales of the Celestial Kingdom by Sue Lynn Tan
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Tales is the perfect, sweet wrap-up for the beautiful world Sue Lynn Tan welcomed us into with Daughter of the Moon Goddess. With stunning art, and little tidbits that explain so much of the story we didn’t know before, it’s everything we readers could have asked for and more. A gift to treasure.

Tales of the Celestial Kingdom by Sue Lynn Tan, (List Price: $24.99, Harper Voyager, 9780063326699, February 2024)

Reviewed by Caitlyn Vanorder, Bookmarks in Winston-Salem, North Carolina

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Ink Girls by Marieke Nijkamp

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Ink Girls by Marieke Nijkamp
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Ink Girls is a beautifully illustrated, sweet story about a group of girls in a Renaissance-inspired word who are determined to fight for truth. It shows firsthand how deeply important it is that truth comes first, above the discomfort of change. Everything else will fall into place, and friends deserving of you will flock to you. I can’t wait to push this graphic novel into everyone\’s hands!

Ink Girls by Marieke Nijkamp, (List Price: $15.99, Greenwillow Books, 9780063027107, November 2023)

Reviewed by Caitlyn Vanorder, Bookmarks in Winston-Salem, North Carolina

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Say You’ll Be Mine by Naina Kumar

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Say You'll Be Mine by Naina Kumar
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Say You’ll Be Mine is an adorable romance with 90s/00s rom-com vibes. It’s also the perfect example of why fake dating (in this case a fake engagement) is one of my favorite romance tropes. Karthik and Meghna are deeply relatable characters who will capture your heart.

Say You’ll Be Mine by Naina Kumar, (List Price: $18, Random House Publishing Group, 9780593723883, January 2024)

Reviewed by Kate Storhoff, Bookmarks in Winston-Salem, North Carolina

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The End of the World Is a Cul de Sac by Louise Kennedy

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The End of the World Is a Cul de Sac by Louise Kennedy
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Jaw dropping collection of short stories! The difficult situations women find themselves is front and center here. Come for the characters, stay for the prose.

The End of the World Is a Cul de Sac by Louise Kennedy, (List Price: $28, Penguin Publishing Group, 9780593540923, December 2023)

Reviewed by Teresa Dampier, Bookmarks in Winston-Salem, North Carolina

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José Feeds the World by David Unger

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José Feeds the World by David Unger
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This picture book tells the inspiring story of Jose Andres and his World Central Kitchen, and the many people around the world he has helped in the aftermath of disasters. This book highlights the power of one person’s idea and the way one can mobilize and inspire many. This would be a great book to share with a young reader who has questions about why disasters happen and what we can do to help those affected.

José Feeds the World by David Unger, (List Price: $18.99, duopress, 9781728279527, January 2024)

Reviewed by Kate Storhoff, Bookmarks in Winston-Salem, North Carolina

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