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June 7, 2021 by Amanda MacGregor

Book Review: We Can’t Keep Meeting Like This by Rachel Lynn Solomon

Full of humor and heart and, yes, love, this is a fantastic story about being brave, being imperfect, learning, trying, changing, growing, and taking chances.

October 8, 2020 by Amanda MacGregor

Book Review: Charming as a Verb by Ben Philippe

I stretched this one out over three afternoons, just so I could keep dipping back into Henri and Cori's world. A completely satisfying, engaging, and memorable read.

September 17, 2020 by Amanda MacGregor

Book Review: Every Body Looking by Candice Iloh

A hopeful, beautifully written, deeply affecting story of what we endure and overcome in the journey to become ourselves.

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October 10, 2019 by Amanda MacGregor

This is an immensely readable look at gentrification, systemic oppression, protest, action, community, and having your voice heard. It's also a very sweet love story.

Helping Teens Prepare for College? Don’t Forget to Talk About Sexual Violence

September 12, 2018 by Karen Jensen, MLS

I will readily admit that college preparation has been one aspect of teen librarianship that I have often failed to provide adequate services in. I have been really focusing on that more this year and have even started a special collection for college preparation/research and new adult materials. The New Adult collection specifically focuses on […]

Book Review: The Infographic Guide to College

August 23, 2017 by Karen Jensen, MLS

Publisher’s Book Description: For fans of the popular Show Me How series, this illustrated guide to college life has everything a student needs to excel in their first year, from tips on getting involved around campus to advice about applying for loans and studying for exams. College survival just got graphic! Get a head start […]

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Book Review: We Are Okay by Nina LaCour

February 16, 2017 by Amanda MacGregor

Publisher’s description You go through life thinking there’s so much you need. . . . Until you leave with only your phone, your wallet, and a picture of your mother. Marin hasn’t spoken to anyone from her old life since the day she left everything behind. No one knows the truth about those final weeks. […]

Book Review: Gap Life by John Coy

November 22, 2016 by Amanda MacGregor

Publisher’s description Cray got into the same college his father attended and is expected to go. And to go pre-med. And to get started right away. His parents are paying the tuition. It should be an easy decision. But it’s not. All Cray knows is that what’s expected of him doesn’t feel right. The pressure […]

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