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Full disclosure: I know Alex Cochran. But that’s not why I was so knocked out by this book. ‘The Pollutant Speaks’ is a beautifully written exploration of themes I’m already obsessive about: social justice, the philosophy of language, aliens, big spaceships…

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I need some new science fiction to read, who has some suggestions? I don't like military sci-fi. For reference, my favorite series is the Expanse, I also enjoyed Scalzi's Collapsing Empire, I love Robert Charles Wilson's books. I mostly enjoy space operas and unique stories about technology, for example I really liked the recent book Mountain in the Sea about AI and intelligent octopus. Suggestions from the awesome Bookstodon community? @bookstodon

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Somewhat meh set of April reads, though The Night Tiger and The Hunter were definitely high points. Some fun romances by Alexis Hall and Cat Sebastian too.

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Check out these two great boardbooks for toddlers. They are both published by Soaring Kite Books and focus on little ones mental and physical well-being : they introduce topics that empower and nurture the development of the whole child.

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can someone please explain to me why some books do that thing where the cover doesn't go all the way to the edge? like, the cover has a half-inch strip missing to expose the page underneath (usually the page underneath has quotes or whatever).

surely this isn't a cost cutting measure?

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My hot take on one of my biggest pet peeves - YA should be labeled 'Teen', not 'Young Adult'. It's extremely confusing, it's the reason why YA ends up mixed in with NA smut in stores, by definition it's unclear; Young adult means late teens to early-mid 20s, and by that definition non-readers assume 'young ADULT' means someone of age. There really needs to be a clear differentiation between NA and YA.

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    Champ is an incredible picture book about being yourself despite family pressure. Translated from Iranien, Champ is truly a treasure. The illustrations are very unique and I really love the main character who decides to stay unique and different. Despite all the difficulties, he really tries to please his family, but things don’t go as expected.

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    Once upon a time, romance novels from major U.S. publishers featured only heterosexual couples. Today, the 5 biggest publishers regularly release same-sex love stories
    https://theconversation.com/whats-behind-the-astonishing-rise-in-lgbtq-romance-literature-223159
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    skaeth , to fantasy group
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    Maybe you're looking for adventure instead? These 97 books are all FREE books! I have two novellas and an epic fantasy book in this group, alongside authors like SG Prince and Paul Bennett.

    https://books.bookfunnel.com/fantasy-adventure/hc201hppx7

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    I think my favorite media is the type where I hate every single character by the end of it. idk what's wrong with me

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    New York Times bestselling author and artist Chanel Miller tells a fun, funny, and poignant story of friendship and community starring Magnolia Wu, a ten-year-old sock detective bent on returning all the lonely only socks left behind in her parents' NYC laundromat.

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    A bisexual teen girl tries to make her ex jealous by faking an Instagram romance that leads to surprisingly real feelings in this hijinks-filled rom-com perfect for fans of To All the Boys I’ve Loved Before and She Gets the Girl .

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    What an incredible piece of art ! This book will delight flower lovers and artists alike. I am in love with all these beautiful flowers. So many details and colors ! This book is visually captivating and an interesting guide of common meadow and garden plants and flowers.

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    Do you know what fantasy fiction set this is from the photo? I haven’t completely unwrapped it yet!
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    I'm very excited to finally be able to make this announcement!

    Coming May 5th, I'll be doing a cover and title reveal for the rebrand for my indie novel series, Below the Heavens. I can't wait to show you all this amazing art!

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    We are Parrots is an interesting picture book sharing lots of interesting facts about parrots. Young children will enjoy discovering the different types of birds and their specifications.

    This simple book is perfect for early readers and young bird owners who wish to know more about this colorful animal.

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    And so it begins -
    PASSING by Nella Larsen (1929) via Oshun Publishing imbibed at Yanaka Coffee
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    WHEN McKINSEY COMES TO TOWN: THE HIDDEN INFLUENCE OF THE WORLD'S MOST POWERFUL CONSULTING FIRM by Walt Bogdanich & Michael Forsythe via Vintage Books imbibed at Mills Coffee
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