Plus SFF genre preview, Prepub Alert, Book Pulse, and new starred reviews
November 8, 2023 Best Books Countdown 2023: Week Two By Melissa DeWild Our Best Books reveal is getting closer! To celebrate we are highlighting some of our 2022 picks. This week we are delighted to showcase a particular in-house favorite. | Read-Alikes for Iron Flame by Rebecca Yarros | LibraryReads By Kimberly McGee, Jessica Trotter, and Jessica C. Williams Iron Flame by Rebecca Yarros is the top holds title of the week. LibraryReads and Library Journal offer read-alikes by Thea Guanzon, Nalini Singh, and Sarah J. Maas for patrons waiting to read this buzziest book. | SPONSORED BY PUBLIC LIBRARY ASSOCIATION Shape the Future of Public Libraries at the PLA 2024 Conference
The Public Library Association invites you to the PLA Conference in Columbus, Ohio, April 3–5! Hear groundbreaking ideas from library innovators, be inspired by speakers like comedian Dulcé Sloan, learn about the latest in products and solutions, and connect with thousands of public library workers just like you. Register Today!>>> | SPONSORED BY THOMAS NELSON Face-to-Face with Yourself Max Lucado is the recipient of the 2021 ECPA Pinnacle Award for his outstanding contribution to the publishing industry and society at large. He is America’s bestselling inspirational author with more than 145 million products in print. His latest book is God Never Gives Up on You: What Jacob’s Story Teaches Us About Grace, Mercy and God’s Relentless Love. Read more>>> | SFF Genre Preview | Forthcoming Titles for 2024 By Kristi Chadwick From romantasy to retellings and from flying creatures to interstellar travel, the sweep of SFF continues to forge new reading pathways that expand the genres while reconfirming time-honored tales. | Speculative Short Stories | Book List By LJ Reviews These science fiction, fantasy, and horror short story collections contemplate life beyond Earth, conjure magic, and creep readers out. | SPONSORED CONTENT Living Your Best Life: Lifestyle Content Surges in Last Two Years The pandemic has inspired people to learn new hobbies and skills as a strategy for coping with isolation. It’s also prompted readers to seek out advice on how to manage wellness as the events of the last few years have taken a huge toll on our collective mental, spiritual, and emotional health. Read more>>> | Job Zone utilizes unique job matching technology to help you find the perfect job (and employers find the perfect candidate), whether you’re actively seeking or just keeping an eye out for your possibilities. Log on today and check out our newest features, including automated job and candidate matches, and email alerts. JOB OF THE WEEK
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