The Little Paris Bookshop revolves around a man who considers himself a 'literary apothecary' and has a talent for prescribing the exact book to mend a customer's heart and soul. I think it’s a fascinating concept. I hope these books might be just thing to heal some hearts and souls during this uncertain time.
Feeling isolated? If sheltering in place leaves you feeling isolated you may find the characters in these novels relatable.
A grieving son discovers friendship in unlikely places. If you enjoy great characters, you'll love this story.
Left stranded on Mars, astronaut Mark Watney may be literature's most isolated character. Spend some time with Mark and his disco music collection as he tries to figure out how to survive and make it back home.
Available as an eBook from our digital catalog.
The life of an elderly African American man takes a strange path in this literary novel from a master storyteller.
It won't appeal to everyone but I love this weird, dark novel about a housesitter, cats, and some very delicate floors.
Perhaps you're feeling grumpy? Under the current circumstances, it's understandable. Try one of these titles to lift your mood or commiserate with some fellow grumps.
Booklovers will enjoy this story about a set-in-his-ways bookshop owner who rises to the occasion when faced with an unexpected challenge.
Available as an eBook and eAudiobook.
If you haven't laughed in a while, this one's for you.
Fans of Grumpy Cat have their choice of books. Check out Grumpy Cat, The Grumpy Guide to Life, or enjoy one of our Grumpy Cat children's books.
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Alicia Cavitt
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