Beautiful World, Where Are You
by Sally Rooney

"This book follows the lives of two friends disillusioned by the state of the world and their search for meaning, but who are comforted by their friendships and romances. Rooney really captures the human experience and emotional landscapes of her characters." — Kate G.

Gallant
by V. E. Schwab

"Creepy, dark, and gothic. A young orphaned girl tries to solve the mysteries of her family while struggling with the ties between life and death. If you loved 'Ocean at the End of the Lane,' then this is sure to entertain you as well." — Richard T.

Wyoming: The Lost Poems
by Terry McDonell

"These poems hit right where it either hurts the most or where it feels the best. This collection is written in the voices of those you may find in a desolate Wyoming town, waxing problems of the burnt out, tired, and isolated." — Jon W.

The Hero With A Thousand Faces
by Joseph Campbell

"What does Luke Skywalker have in common with Prometheus? They both follow the same path on the Hero’s Journey (a term coined by the author). This book has striking similarities to the archetypes found in stories from all over the world." — Kelly O.

The Field Guide to Dumb Birds of North America
by Matt Kracht

"Looking for a new binge read? This story, based on Persian mythology, will satisfy your need for lore, romance, and action. It is the first book of a trilogy and it is gonna make you mark your calendar for the second book's release!" — Ellie

Tacky: Love Letters to the Worst Culture We Have to Offer
by Rax King

"This short story collection is an ode to all things 2000s low-culture - Jersey Shore, Hot Topic, warm vanilla sugar B&BW spray. King weaves personal anecdotes in with cultural commentary. I laughed out loud while reading and didn’t expect to tear up at a couple of them." — Kate G.

Wine for Normal People: A Guide for Real People Who Like Wine, But Not the Snobbery That Goes with It
Elizabeth Schneider

"Once again, I am recommending a book on wine because I find it endlessly interesting. This book gives some great examples on tasting notes, aromas, and the whole process in general. Very digestible." — Kylen K.

Airships
by Barry Hannah

"I’m a sucker for short stories and this is Southern literature at its finest. My favorites in this collection are ‘Water Liars’ and ‘Testimony of Pilot.’ I don’t have much else to say other than it is great and has inspired my own literary ventures." — Jon W.