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SERAFINA AND THE SPLINTERED HEARTSERAFINA AND THE SPLINTERED HEART
by Robert Beatty. In the epic third installment of the #1 bestselling series, Serafina takes her rightful place among literary champions as she battles fiercely to defend all she loves and become everything that she is meant to be. Ages 8 to 12.
Disney-Hyperion
(9781484775042) $16.99

SERAFINA BOXED SETSERAFINA BOXED SET
by Robert Beatty. This beloved, #1 New York Times-bestselling series, now available in a boxed set for the first time, is a gorgeous package filled with spooky fun, sure to delight both fans and those new to the series. Ages 8 to 12.
Disney-Hyperion
(9781368018302) $47.99

RED & LULURED & LULU
by Matt Tavares. Separation and miles cannot keep a determined cardinal from his loved one in an ode to serendipity and belief that is destined to be a new Christmas classic. Ages 3 to 7.
Candlewick Press
(9780763677336) $17.99


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LA LA LALA LA LA
by Kate DiCamillo. Conceived by DiCamillo and featuring enchanting illustrations by Jaime Kim, this nearly wordless graphic story follows a little girl in search of a friend. Ages 4 to 8.
Candlewick Press
(9780763658335) $17.99

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OUT OF WONDER: POEMS CELEBRATING POETSOUT OF WONDER: POEMS CELEBRATING POETS
by Kwame Alexander with Chris Colderley and Marjory Wentworth and illustrations by Ekua Holmes. An instant New York Times bestseller! A Newbery Medalist and a Caldecott Honoree offer a glorious, lyrical ode to poets who have sparked a sense of wonder. Ages 8 to 12.
Candlewick Press
(9780763680947) $16.99


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BIG WORDS FOR LITTLE GENIUSESBIG WORDS FOR LITTLE GENIUSES
by Susan and James Patterson. There's no "gobbledygook" in this clever picture book, with each letter of the alphabet providing a sophisticated word and definition for "Lilliputian" children to learn. Delightfully whimsical artwork brings these big words to life. Ages 3 to 6.
Jimmy Patterson
(9780316502931) $17.99

UNI THE UNICORN AND THE DREAM COME TRUEUNI THE UNICORN AND THE DREAM COME TRUE
by Amy Krouse Rosenthal. Discover the magic of believing and friendship. The long-awaited sequel to the New York Times bestseller Uni the Unicorn is finally here from the beloved author. Ages 3 to 7.
Random House Books for Young Readers
(9781101936597) $17.99

HERE WE AREHERE WE ARE
by Oliver Jeffers. The creator of The Day the Crayons Quit offers a rare, personal look inside his own hopes and expectations for his child—and in doing so gifts readers with a sweet and humorous missive about our world. Ages 3 to 7.
Philomel Books
(9780399167898) $19.99

RUNNY BABBIT RETURNSRUNNY BABBIT RETURNS
by Shel Silverstein. With tongue-twisting wordplay and uproarious characters, Runny Babbit returns in this collection of 41 never-before-published poems and drawings compiled from extensive archives. Ages 4 to 8.
HarperCollins
(9780062479396) $19.99

GOOD DAY, GOOD NIGHTGOOD DAY, GOOD NIGHT
by Margaret Wise Brown. A modern-day classic featuring Brown's signature word pattern from Goodnight Moon, brought to glorious life by New York Times-bestselling illustrator Loren Long. Ages 4 to 8.
HarperCollins
(9780062383105) $18.99

GOOD NIGHT, REINDEERGOOD NIGHT, REINDEER
by Marco Bucci with illustrations by Denise Brennan-Nelson. It's tiring work getting ready for Christmas. So after a long day, it's time for everyone at the North Pole to hit the hay, and that includes the members of Santa's famous reindeer team. Ages 4 to 8.
Sleeping Bear Press
(9781585363704) $16.99

WHY AM I ME?WHY AM I ME?
by Paige Britt with illustrations by Selina Alko and Sean Qualls. Have you ever wondered why you are you? Or what it might feel like to be someone else? Someone taller, faster, smaller, smarter? Lighter, older, darker, bolder? Ages 4 to 8.
Scholastic Press (9781338053142)
$17.99

HAPPY DREAMERHAPPY DREAMER
by Peter H. Reynolds. The beloved, worldwide bestselling creator of The Dot and Ish inspires readers of every age to find their own unique path to happy, and to always follow their dreams. Ages 4 to 8.
Orchard Books
(9780545865012) $17.99

YOU MUST BRING A HAT!YOU MUST BRING A HAT!
by Simon Philip with illustrations by Kate Hindley. A young boy is cordially invited to the biggest, bestest party of all time, but only if he has a hat. Will he and the cool collection of animals he befriends along the way ever get in? Ages 4 to 8.
Sterling Children's Books
(9781454926887) $16.95

SARABELLA'S THINKING CAPSARABELLA'S THINKING CAP
by Judith Byron Schachner. From the bestselling creator of Skippyjon Jones comes a heartwarming story about the importance of imagination and creativity. Ages 5 to 8.
Dial Books (9780525429180)
$17.99

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ROBINSONROBINSON
by Peter Sis. Hans Christian Andersen Award winner and three-time Caldecott Honoree Peter Sis delivers an epic tour de force and his most beautiful, accessible work to date! Ages 5 to 8.
Scholastic Press (9780545731669)
$17.99

BAN THIS BOOKBAN THIS BOOK
by Alan Gratz. The inspiring tale of a fourth grader who fights back when her favorite book is banned from the school library by starting an illegal library in her own locker. Ages 8 to 12.
Starscape Books (9780765385567) $15.99

WISHWISH
by Barbara O'Connor. From the award winning author comes a middle-grade novel about a girl who, with the help of a true friend, a big-hearted aunt and uncle, and the dog of her dreams, learns the true meaning of family. Ages 8 to 12.
Square Fish (9781250144058) $7.99

THE PURLOINING OF PRINCE OLEOMARGERINETHE PURLOINING OF PRINCE OLEO­MARGARINE
by Mark Twain and Philip Stead with illustrations by Erin Stead. Introducing a never-before published children's story from Mark Twain, brought to life by the creators of the Caldecott Medal-winning A Sick Day for Amos McGee. Ages 8 to 12.
Doubleday Books for Young Readers (9780553523225) $24.99

STAR WARS: BB8 ON THE RUNSTAR WARS: BB8 ON THE RUN
by Drew Daywalt with illustrations by Matt Meyers. After BB-8 is separated from his master, he travels through the desert planet of Jakku to find the secret map to the Resistance and encounters several strangers who need his help. Ages 8 to 12.
Disney Lucasflm Press (9781484705087) $17.99

THE WIZARDS OF ONCETHE WIZARDS OF ONCE
by Cressida Cowell. In the first book of a new series by the bestselling author of How to Train Your Dragon, the warring worlds of Wizards and Warriors collide in a thrilling and enchanting adventure. Ages 8 to 12.
Little, Brown Books for Young Readers (9780316508339) $17.99

NEVERMOOR: THE TRIALS OF MORRIGAN CROWNEVERMOOR: THE TRIALS OF MORRIGAN CROW
by Jessica Townsend. An enchanting new series about a cursed girl who escapes death and finds herself in a magical world—but is then tested beyond her wildest imagination. Ages 8 to 12.
Little, Brown Books for Young Readers (9780316508889) $17.99

THE APPRENTICE WITCHTHE APPRENTICE WITCH
by James Nicol. A special middle-grade debut of magic and courage in a world of witches, written with the charm and enchantment of Circus Mirandus and The Apothecary. Ages 8 to 12.
Chicken House (9781338118582) $16.99

TUMBLE & BLUETUMBLE & BLUE
by Cassie Beasley. From the New York Times-bestselling author of Circus Mirandus comes the magic-infused story of a golden gator, two cursed kids, and how they take their destinies into their own hands. Ages 8 to 12.
Dial Books (9780525428442) $17.99

JOURNEY TO STAR WARS: THE LAST JEDIJOURNEY TO STAR WARS: THE LAST JEDI
by Claudia Gray. The never-before- told story of how young Leia Organa comes to join the rebellion against the evil Empire, from bestselling author Claudia Gray. Ages 12 to 17.
Disney Lucasfilm Press (9781484780787) $17.99

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children's nonfiction

WHAT'S COOKING?WHAT'S COOKING?
by Joshua David Stein with illustrations by Julia Rothman. The team behind the award-winning Can I Eat That? present an unexpected set of fun food facts with whimsical illustrations and a heaping helping of humor. Ages 3 to 6.
Phaidon Press (9780714875088) $16.95

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ANIMAL ARKANIMAL ARK
by Kwame Alexander with photographs by Joel Sartore. Celebrate the fragile beauty of the animal world in this lush picture book that pairs the stunning photography of endangered species with the engaging poetry of Newbery award-winning author Kwame Alexander. Ages 4 to 8.
National Geographic Society (9781426327674) $15.99

STRANGE, UNUSUAL, GROSS, & COOL ANIMALSSTRANGE, UNUSUAL, GROSS, & COOL ANIMALS
by Animal Planet. Get to know the ickiest, stickiest, blobbiest, and oddest animals in the world! Packed with more than 200 vibrant photos and fun facts, this deluxe gift book is ideal for reluctant readers and nature lovers. Ages 8 to 11.
Animal Planet (9781618931665) $18.95

MY JOURNEY TO THE STARSMY JOURNEY TO THE STARS
by Scott Kelly with illustrations by Andre Ceolin. Scott Kelly was an ordinary boy who grew up to do extraordinary things. This holiday season, discover astronaut Scott Kelly's inspiring journey in this fascinating picture-book memoir. Ages 5 to 8.
Crown Books for Young Readers (9781524763770) $17.99

1,000 FACTS ABOUT THE WHITE HOUSE1,000 FACTS ABOUT THE WHITE HOUSE
by Sarah Wassner Flynn. Step inside America's most famous residence and discover 1,000 amazing facts including White House celebrations and decorations, presidential kids and pets, and the fascinating story of the building and the people who shaped it. Ages 9 to 12.
National Geographic Society (9781426328732) $14.99

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young adult fiction

INVICTUSINVICTUS
by Ryan Graudin. A group of time-traveling teens races through history to try to stop time, and the universe, from unraveling in this heart-stopping adventure. Ages 13 to 17.
Little, Brown Books for Young Readers
(9780316503075) $18.99

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TOWER OF DAWNTOWER OF DAWN
by Sarah J. Maas. Tower of Dawn, the next installment in the Throne of Glass series from #1 bestselling author Sarah J. Maas is available now! Ages 13 to 17.
Bloomsbury U.S.A. Children's Books
(9781681195773) $18.99

HUNTING PRINCE DRACULAHUNTING PRINCE DRACULA
by Kerri Maniscalco. In this hotly anticipated sequel to the haunting #1 bestseller Stalking Jack the Ripper, bizarre murders are discovered in the castle of Prince Vlad the Impaler, otherwise known as Dracula. Ages 15 to 17.
Jimmy Patterson
(9780316551663) $18.99

THE BOOK OF DUST: LA BELLE SAUVAGETHE BOOK OF DUST: LA BELLE SAUVAGE
by Philip Pullman. The search for Dust begins in Volume 1 of an epic new trilogy set in the world of His Dark Materials, from the #1 bestselling author of The Golden Compass. Ages 14 and up.
Alfred A. Knopf Books for Young Readers
(9780375815300) $22.99

ALL THE CROOKED SAINTSALL THE CROOKED SAINTS
by Maggie Stiefvater. From bestselling author Maggie Stiefvater, a gripping tale of darkness, miracles, and family. Ages 14 to 17.
Scholastic Press
(9780545930802) $18.99

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fiction

THE ROOSTER BARTHE ROOSTER BAR
by John Grisham. Three close friends in their third year of law school discover that they have been duped by a shady New York hedge-fund operator. Maybe there's a way out. But first, they'll have to quit law school.
Doubleday Books
(9780385541176) $28.95

A COLUMN OF FIREA COLUMN OF FIRE
by Ken Follett. Set during one of the most turbulent and revolutionary times in history, this is one of Follett's most exciting and ambitious works yet, continuing the saga that began with The Pillars of the Earth and World Without End.
Viking
(9780525954972) $36.00

THE STORETHE STORE
by James Patterson. The Store doesn't just want your money—it wants your soul. A powerful retailer, The Store can deliver anything to your door. But, The Store is always watching you.
Little, Brown and Company
(9780316395458) $27.00

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THE LAST BALLAD

by Wiley Cash. Intertwining myriad voices, Cash brings to life the heartbreak and bravery of the forgotten struggle of the labor movement in early 20th-Century America.
William Morrow & Company
(9780062313119) $26.99

IT DEVOURS!IT DEVOURS!
by Joseph Fink and Jeffrey Cranor. From the authors of the New York Times-bestselling novel Welcome to Night Vale and the creators of the #1 international podcast of the same name, comes a noir-esque mystery exploring faith and science.
Harper Perennial
(9780062476050) $21.99

LIE TO MELIE TO ME
by J.T. Ellison. Fans of Gone Girl and The Girl on the Train will devour this page-turner about the disintegration of a marriage as grief, jealousy, betrayal and murder destroy the facade of the perfect couple.
Mira Books
(9780778330950) $15.99

THE TWELVE-MILE STRAIGHTTHE TWELVE-MILE STRAIGHT
by Eleanor Henderson. Tackling themes of racialized violence, social division, and financial crisis, Henderson delivers a startlingly timely, emotionally resonant, and magnificent tour de force.
Ecco Press
(9780062422088) $27.99

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THE EDUCATION OF DIXIE DUPREETHE EDUCATION OF DIXIE DUPREE
by Donna Everhart. An IndieNext Pick, this unforgettable novel is about mothers and daughters, guilt that passes between generations, and a courageous 11-year-old girl with a shining spirit who must survive the unthinkable in 1969 Alabama.
Kensington Publishing Corporation
(9781496705518) $15.00

THE RESURRECTION OF JOAN ASHBYTHE RESURRECTION OF JOAN ASHBY
by Cherise Wolas. An audacious and dazzling debut novel about a woman who struggles with the sacrifces required by mother­hood and how an unthinkable betrayal confirms her deepest fears.
Flatiron Books
(9781250081438) $27.99

SEVEN DAYS OF USSEVEN DAYS OF US
by Francesca Hornak. Get ready to fall in love with the Birches. Full of humor and heartache, this debut novel will give you a new perspective on life and family.
Berkley Books
(9780451488756) $26.00

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by Leah Weiss. As stark and mag­nif­icent as App­alachia itself, this bold and beautifully layered debut is about a dusty, desperate town finding the inner strength it needs to outrun its demons.
Sourcebooks Landmark
(9781492647454) $15.99

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biography, autobiography & memoir

BLESSED LIFEBLESSED LIFE
by Kim Fields with Todd Gold. From The Facts of Life to Living Single to Dancing with the Stars to wife and mom, here's the Blessed Life of Kim Fields, veteran actress, TV personality, and star.
Faithwords
(9781478947547) $22.00

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SISTERS FIRSTSISTERS FIRST
by Jenna Bush Hager and Barbara Pierce Bush. The former first daughters share intimate stories and refections from the Texas countryside to the storied halls of the White House and beyond.
Grand Central Publishing
(9781538711415) $28.00

CODE GIRLSCODE GIRLS
by Liza Mundy. Recruited by the U.S. Army and Navy from small towns and elite colleges, more than 10,000 women served as codebreakers during World War II. Bestselling author Mundy brings to life this riveting story of American courage, service, and accomplishment.
Hachette Books
(9780316352536) $28.00

NO JUSTICENO JUSTICE
by Robbie Tolan and Lawrence Ross. A poignant, gripping book that sits squarely in the crosshairs of race, police violence, racial profiling, and the ongoing discussion about why African Americans are disproportionately affected by violent police interactions.
Center Street
(9781478976653) $27.00

GOAT CASTLE: A TRUE STORY OF MURDER, RACE, AND THE GOTHIC SOUTHGOAT CASTLE: A TRUE STORY OF MURDER, RACE, AND THE GOTHIC SOUTH
by Karen L. Cox. Strange, fascinating, and sobering, Goat Castle tells the story of how a true crime tale of fallen southern grandeur and murder obscured an all-too-familiar story of racial injustice.
University of North Carolina Press
(9781469635033) $26.00

GRANTGRANT
by Ron Chernow. Pulitzer Prizewinner and biographer of Alexander Hamilton, George Washington, and John D. Rockefeller, Chernow returns with a sweeping and dramatic portrait of one of our most complicated generals and presidents.
Penguin Press
(9781594204876) $40.00

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THE RE­LIG­IOUS LIFE OF ROBERT E. LEETHE RELIGIOUS LIFE OF ROBERT E. LEE
by David R. Cox. Robert E. Lee was a person of deep Christian conviction. This biography of the famous Civil War general shows how Lee's Christian faith shaped his crucial role in some of the most pivotal events in history.
William B. Eerdmans Publishing Company
(9780802874825) $26.00

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history

THE LAST CASTLETHE LAST CASTLE
by Denise Kiernan. From the author of the New York Times bestseller The Girls of Atomic City comes the fascinating true story behind the magnificent Gilded Age mansion Biltmore—the largest, grandest residence ever built in the United States.
Touchstone Books
(9781476794044) $28.00

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QUACKERY: A BRIEF HISTORY OF THE WORST WAYS TO CURE EVERYTHINGQUACKERY: A BRIEF HISTORY OF THE WORST WAYS TO CURE EVERYTHING
by Lydia Kang, M.D., and Nate Pedersen. Vintage illustrations, photographs, and advertisements throughout combine macabre humor with science and storytelling to reveal an important and disturbing side of the ever-evolving field of medicine.
Workman Publishing
(9780761189817) $22.95

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great gift ideas

HARPER PERENNIAL 2017 OLIVE EDITIONSHARPER PERENNIAL 2017 OLIVE EDITIONS
by Harper Perennial. Harper Perennial Olive Editions are small-format paperbacks of some of our bestselling titles featuring beautiful and unique hand-drawn cover illustrations. All Olive Editions are $10 each and will be available for a limited time only.
Harper Perennial
(Dust Tracks on a Road 9780062695796; Wench 9780062697226; The Known World 9780062692344) $10.00

UNIVERSE: EXPLORING THE ASTRONOMICAL WORLDUNIVERSE: EXPLOR­ING THE ASTRONOMICAL WORLD
by Phaidon. What do NASA and Warhol have in common? Phaidon's Universe. Following in the tradition of Map and Plant, this stunningly illustrated survey celebrates the universe from the ancient to the contemporary.
Phaidon
(9780714874616) $59.95

S IS FOR SOUTHERNS IS FOR SOUTHERN
by the editors of Garden & Gun with David DiBenedetto. This illuminating encyclopedia of Southern living, culture, and history includes 100 essays from notable Southern writers such as Roy Blount Jr. and John Meacham.
Harper Wave
(9780062445148) $45.00

NATIONAL GEOGRAPHIC NIGHT VISIONNATIONAL GEOGRAPHIC NIGHT VISION
by National Geographic. The world is a different place after dark, and this magnificent photography book illuminates the wonders that emerge after sunset.
National Geographic Society
(9781426218521) $40.00

WILD HORSES OF CUMBERLAND ISLANDWILD HORSES OF CUMBERLAND ISLAND
by Anouk Krantz. The photographer has captured the dramatic scenery and majestic horses as they have never been seen before, in their naturally diverse ecosystems—living unbridled and free in nature.
Images Publishing Group
(9781864707427) $75.00

A PLACE TO CALL HOMEA PLACE TO CALL HOME
by James T. Farmer III. Favorite Southern author James Farmer is a professional designer, lifestyle expert, author, and cook. His style respects Southern heritage yet freshens the look for modern living.
Gibbs Smith
(9781423645436) $40.00
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THE VIETNAM WARTHE VIETNAM WAR
by Geoffrey Ward and Ken Burns. From the award-winning historian and filmmakers of The Civil War, Baseball, The War, The Roosevelts, and others: a vivid, uniquely powerful history of the conflict that tore America apart— the companion volume to the major, multipart PBS film aired in September 2017.
Knopf Publishing Group
(9780307700254) $60.00

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THE GRUMPY GARDENERTHE GRUMPY GARDENER
by Steve Bender. Definitive gardening advice, along with a story or two, for the novice or expert from one of the nation's most-trusted, and grumpiest, sources.
Oxmoor House
(9780848753139) $25.99

AMERICA: THE COOKBOOKAMERICA: THE COOKBOOK
by Gabrielle Langholtz. Take a culinary road trip across the country with authentic recipes from every state and contributions from 100 food experts and chefs, including Adam Sachs, Scott Peacock, and Michael Twitty.
Phaidon
(9780714873961) $49.95

REMARKABLE BOOKSREMARKABLE BOOKS
by DK. An illustrated guide to more than 75 of the world's most celebrated, rare, and seminal books and handwritten manuscripts ever produced.
DK Publishing
(9781465463623) $30.00

HARRY POTTER & THE PRISONER OF AZKABAN: THE ILLUSTRATED EDITIONHARRY POTTER & THE PRISONER OF AZKABAN: THE ILLUSTRATED EDITION
by J.K. Rowling with illustrations by Jim Kay. The third book in the bestselling Harry Potter series, now illustrated in glorious full color by award-winning artist Jim Kay.
Arthur A. Levine Books
(9780545791342) $39.99

STAR WARS MADE EASY: A BEGINNER'S GUIDE TO A GALAXY FAR, FAR AWAYSTAR WARS MADE EASY: A BEGINNER'S GUIDE TO A GALAXY FAR, FAR AWAY
by Christian Blauvelt. Star Wars Made Easy answers questions about the movies, the Star Wars universe, and much more! © & ™ 2017 LUCASFILM LTD. Used Under Authorization.
DK Publishing
(9781465465214) $19.99

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THE WISDOM OF SUNDAYS: LIFE-CHANGING INSIGHTS FROM SUPER SOUL CONVERSATIONSTHE WISDOM OF SUNDAYS: LIFE-CHANGING INSIGHTS FROM SUPER SOUL CONVERSATIONS
by Oprah Winfrey. Now, for the first time, the aha moments of inspiration and soul-expanding insight that have enlightened millions on the two-time Emmy Award-winning Super Soul Sunday are collected in a beautiful and deeply-affecting book.Flatiron Books (9781250138064) $27.99

A BOOK THAT TAKES ITS TIME: AN UNHURRIED ADVENTURE IN CREATIVE MINDFULNESSA BOOK THAT TAKES ITS TIME: AN UNHURRIED ADVENTURE IN CREATIVE MINDFULNESS
by Irene Smit and Astrid Van Der Hulst. The third title from Workman Publishing's Flow partnership. Unique in the way it mixes reading and doing, A Book That Takes Its Time is a mindfulness retreat between two covers.
Workman Publishing
(9780761193777) $27.50

CHUCK D. PRESENTS THIS DAY IN RAP & HIP-HOP HISTORYCHUCK D. PRESENTS THIS DAY IN RAP & HIP-HOP HISTORY
by Chuck D. A comprehensive, chronological survey of rap and hip hop from 1973 to the present by arguably the most influential rapper in the world.
Black Dog & Leventhal Publishers
(9780316430975) $29.99

NATIONAL GEOGRAPHIC ATLAS OF BEERNATIONAL GEOGRAPHIC ATLAS OF BEER
by Nancy Hoalst-Pullen and Mark W. Patterson. This visually stunning and comprehensive beer atlas includes more beers and more countries than any other book of its kind.
National Geographic Society
(9781426218330) $40.00

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2017 southern book prize winners
biography, autobiography, memoir
THE HOME PLACEOkra Pick logo OKRA PICK
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by J. Drew Lanham
Milkweed Editions

9781571313157
$24.00
coming of age
COMMONWEALTHCOMMON­WEALTH
by Ann Patchett
Harper

9780062491794
$27.99
cooking
DEEP RUN ROOTSDEEP RUN ROOTS
by Vivian Howard
Little, Brown and Company

9780316381109
$40.00
creative nonfiction
HILLBILLY ELEGYHILLBILLY ELEGY
by J.D. Vance
Harper

9780062300546
$27.99
family life
A LOWCOUNTRY CHRISTMASA LOWCOUNTRY CHRISTMAS
by Mary Alice Monroe
Gallery Books

9781501125539
$24.00
historical
CHASING THE NORTH STAROkra Pick logo OKRA PICK
CHASING THE NORTH STAR

by Robert Morgan
Algonquin Books

9781565126275
$25.95
juvenile
LILY AND DUNKINOkra Pick logo OKRA PICK
LILY AND DUNKIN

by Donna Gephart
Delacorte Press

9780553536744
$16.99
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literary
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OVER THE PLAIN HOUSES

by Julia Franks
Hub City Press

9781938235344
$9.99
mystery & detective
THE KEPT WOMANTHE KEPT WOMAN
by Karin Slaughter
William Morrow & Company

9780062430212
$27.99
southern stories / stories by southerners
THE WHOLE TOWN'S TALKINGTHE WHOLE TOWN'S TALKING
by Fannie Flagg
Random House

9781400065950
$28.00
thriller
REDEMPTION ROADOkra Pick logo OKRA PICK
REDEMPTION ROAD

by John Hart
Thomas Dunne Books

9780312380366
$27.99
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animals

WHERE THE ANIMALS GOWHERE THE ANIMALS GO
by James Cheshire and Oliver Uberti. Based on pioneering research by scientists at the forefront of the animal tracking revolution, Cheshire and Uberti's stunning, four-color charts and maps tell fascinating stories of animal behavior.
W.W. Norton & Company
(9780393634020) $39.95

NATIONAL GEOGRAPHIC FIELD GUIDE TO THE BIRDS OF NORTH AMERICA, 7TH ED.NATIONAL GEOGRAPHIC FIELD GUIDE TO THE BIRDS OF NORTH AMERICA, 7TH ED.
by John L. Dunn and Jonathan Alderfer. This revised and fully updated edition of the world's bestselling bird field guide is perfect for beginning to advanced birders. Includes all 1,023 species.
National Geographic Society
(9781426218354) $29.99

NORBERT'S LITTLE LESSONS FOR A BIG LIFENORBERT'S LITTLE LESSONS FOR A BIG LIFE
by Julie Steines and Virginia Freyermuth. Norbert, the Internet's cutest and most popular therapy dog, shares the lessons he's learned from being a three-pound hero and philanthropist, proving that you don't need to be big to make a big difference in the world.
North Star Wa
y (9781501187315) $12.99

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cooking

BRINGING IT HOME: FAVORITE RECIPES FROM A LIFE OF ADVENTUROUS EATINGBRINGING IT HOME: FAVORITE RECIPES FROM A LIFE OF ADVENTUROUS EATING
by Gail Simmons. The cookbook that Top Chef fans have been waiting for, from the celebrated judge who is known for ability to translate food terms and techniques to the average reader.
Grand Central Life & Style
(9781455542208) $30.00

WHAT CAN I BRING? SOUTHERN FOOD FOR ANY OCCASION LIFE SERVES UPWHAT CAN I BRING? SOUTHERN FOOD FOR ANY OCCASION LIFE SERVES UP
by Elizabeth Heiskell. Based on the popular monthly feature in Southern Living magazine, the author guides readers to greet any occasion with the perfect covered dish, sweet treat, or gift from the kitchen.
Oxmoor House
(9780848754389) $30.00

STOCK THE CROCKSTOCK THE CROCK
by Phyllis Pellman Good. From the New York Times-bestselling author of the blockbuster Fix-It and Forget-It series, comes an all-new slow-cooker bible that delivers healthier, updated classics for the modern cook.
Oxmoor House
(9780848753146) $21.99

THE FARMHOUSE CHEF: RECIPES AND STORIES FROM MY CAROLINA FARMTHE FARMHOUSE CHEF: RECIPES AND STORIES FROM MY CAROLINA FARM
by Jamie Dement. The Farmhouse Chef offers 150 recipes for every occasion, from down home to downright elegant, inspired by the farm's yield through the four seasons.
University of North Carolina Press
(9781469635064) $35.00

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NORMAN VAN AKEN'S FLORIDA KITCHENNORMAN VAN AKEN'S FLORIDA KITCHEN
by Norman Van Aken. With its forward-thinking blend of old and new, thoughtful step-by-step instructions, and friendly conversation, this book is a rare immersion into a culinary artist's world.
University Press of Florida
(9780813054506) $28.00

HAM: A SAVOR THE SOUTH® COOKBOOKHAM: A SAVOR THE SOUTH® COOKBOOK
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BRAVETART: ICONIC AMERICAN DESSERTSBRAVETART: ICONIC AMERICAN DESSERTS
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W.W. Norton & Company
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THE BOURBON BARTENDER: 50 COCKTAILS TO CELEBRATE THE AMERICAN SPIRITTHE BOURBON BARTENDER: 50 COCKTAILS TO CELEBRATE THE AMERICAN SPIRIT
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Sterling Publishing
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COWGIRL POWER COWGIRL POWER
by Gay Gaddis. The advertising CEO and cowgirl shares insights and examples for women to lead like fearless, risk-taking cowgirls: enhance and exude confidence, developing personal power on all fronts.
Center Street
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by Jocko Willink. From Navy SEAL, #1 New York Times-bestselling author, and host of the top-rated JOCKO PODCAST comes the ultimate book on motivation.
St. Martin's Press
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