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Marie's Staff Shelf

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Whatcom County Library System

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Our library shelves are full of hidden gems just waiting to be discovered. These are some of Marie's favorites.

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WCLS_Ollie

Whatcom County Library System

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When Life Gives You Mangos

When Life Gives You Mangos

by Getten, Kereen

Book - 2020

Lovely and heartfelt, this book looks at the trials and tribulations of friendship with just a touch of mystery - plus a lush island setting. Lovely and heartfelt, this book looks at the trials and tribulations of friendship with just a touch of mystery - plus a lush island setting. Show less

Lovely and heartfelt, this book looks at the trials and tribulations of friendship with just a touch of mystery - plus a lush island setting. Lovely and heartfelt, this book looks at the trials and tribulations of friendship with just a touch of mystery - plus a lush island setting. Show less

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When Spring Comes to the DMZ

When Spring Comes to the DMZ

by Lee, Uk-Bae

Picture Book - 2019

Beautiful, colorful illustrations help tell this heartfelt story about seasons, distance, and culture. Beautiful, colorful illustrations help tell this heartfelt story about seasons, distance, and culture. Show less

Beautiful, colorful illustrations help tell this heartfelt story about seasons, distance, and culture. Beautiful, colorful illustrations help tell this heartfelt story about seasons, distance, and culture. Show less

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Legendborn

Legendborn

by Deonn, Tracy

Book - 2020

Everything I could want out of an urban fantasy novel - a twisty plot, juicy character dynamics, and a heroine that feels so achingly real. Everything I could want out of an urban fantasy novel - a twisty plot, juicy character dynamics, and a heroine that feels so achingly real. Show less

Everything I could want out of an urban fantasy novel - a twisty plot, juicy character dynamics, and a heroine that feels so achingly real. Everything I could want out of an urban fantasy novel - a twisty plot, juicy character dynamics, and a heroine that feels so achingly real. Show less

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Blue Flag

Vol. 01

by Kaito

Graphic Novel - 2020

The only love square I'll accept - these characters are so heart-warming and their dynamics kept me glued to the page. The only love square I'll accept - these characters are so heart-warming and their dynamics kept me glued to the page. Show less

The only love square I'll accept - these characters are so heart-warming and their dynamics kept me glued to the page. The only love square I'll accept - these characters are so heart-warming and their dynamics kept me glued to the page. Show less

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Tigers, Not Daughters

Tigers, Not Daughters

by Mabry, Samantha

Book - 2020

A haunted house story (ish?) that is at it's heart about sisters who love each other, but can't quite figure out how to be with one another - lovely, creepy, engrossing. A haunted house story (ish?) that is at it's heart about sisters who love each other, but can't quite figure out how to be with one another - lovely, creepy, engrossing. Show less

A haunted house story (ish?) that is at it's heart about sisters who love each other, but can't quite figure out how to be with one another - lovely, creepy, engrossing. A haunted house story (ish?) that is at it's heart about sisters who love each other, but can't quite figure out how to be with one another - lovely, creepy, engrossing. Show less

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The Barren Grounds

The Barren Grounds

by Robertson, David

Book - 2020

Talking animals, a complicated sister/brother relationship - think Narnia but with Indigenous folklore in the best way possible. Talking animals, a complicated sister/brother relationship - think Narnia but with Indigenous folklore in the best way possible. Show less

Talking animals, a complicated sister/brother relationship - think Narnia but with Indigenous folklore in the best way possible. Talking animals, a complicated sister/brother relationship - think Narnia but with Indigenous folklore in the best way possible. Show less

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The Grief Keeper

The Grief Keeper

by Villasante, Alexandra

Book - 2019

A hard-hitting realistic fiction novel with a sci-fi twist - this book looks at trauma in a deeply affecting way and has an excellent f/f romance. A hard-hitting realistic fiction novel with a sci-fi twist - this book looks at trauma in a deeply affecting way and has an excellent f/f romance. Show less

A hard-hitting realistic fiction novel with a sci-fi twist - this book looks at trauma in a deeply affecting way and has an excellent f/f romance. A hard-hitting realistic fiction novel with a sci-fi twist - this book looks at trauma in a deeply affecting way and has an excellent f/f romance. Show less

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Amy Wu and the Patchwork Dragon

Amy Wu and the Patchwork Dragon

by Zhang, Kat

Picture Book - 2020

Bright, joyful illustrations help tell this delightful story - if you love dragons and different cultures this is for you. Bright, joyful illustrations help tell this delightful story - if you love dragons and different cultures this is for you. Show less

Bright, joyful illustrations help tell this delightful story - if you love dragons and different cultures this is for you. Bright, joyful illustrations help tell this delightful story - if you love dragons and different cultures this is for you. Show less

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Megabat

Megabat

by Humphrey, Anna

Book - 2018

Hilarious and heartfelt - if you love books about human/animal relationships I can't recommend this enough. Hilarious and heartfelt - if you love books about human/animal relationships I can't recommend this enough. Show less

Hilarious and heartfelt - if you love books about human/animal relationships I can't recommend this enough. Hilarious and heartfelt - if you love books about human/animal relationships I can't recommend this enough. Show less

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All the Bad Apples

All the Bad Apples

by Fowley-Doyle, Moïra

Book - 2019

Complicated characters and a messy road trip through the Irish countryside - their stories and the knotted roots of their family history will linger with you after the final page. Complicated characters and a messy road trip through the Irish countryside - their stories and the knotted roots of their family history will linger with you after the final page. Show less

Complicated characters and a messy road trip through the Irish countryside - their stories and the knotted roots of their family history will linger with you after the final page. Complicated characters and a messy road trip through the Irish countryside - their stories and the knotted roots of their family history will linger with you after the final page. Show less

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Soul Lanterns

Soul Lanterns

by Kuzki, Shaw

Book - 2021

A unique historical fiction translated from Japanese - if you love stories about WWII then you should try it. A unique historical fiction translated from Japanese - if you love stories about WWII then you should try it. Show less

A unique historical fiction translated from Japanese - if you love stories about WWII then you should try it. A unique historical fiction translated from Japanese - if you love stories about WWII then you should try it. Show less

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Pokko and the Drum

Pokko and the Drum

by Forsythe, Matthew

Picture Book - 2019

A perfect book for kids who march to the beat of their own drum with playful text and immersive illustrations. A perfect book for kids who march to the beat of their own drum with playful text and immersive illustrations. Show less

A perfect book for kids who march to the beat of their own drum with playful text and immersive illustrations. A perfect book for kids who march to the beat of their own drum with playful text and immersive illustrations. Show less

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I'll Be the One

I'll Be the One

by Lee, Lyla

Book - 2020

What more could I want than this witty heroine, a K-Pop competition, plus-size representation, and an engrossing romance. What more could I want than this witty heroine, a K-Pop competition, plus-size representation, and an engrossing romance. Show less

What more could I want than this witty heroine, a K-Pop competition, plus-size representation, and an engrossing romance. What more could I want than this witty heroine, a K-Pop competition, plus-size representation, and an engrossing romance. Show less

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Elatsoe

Elatsoe

by Little Badger, Darcie

Book - 2020

Whimsy, mystery, and myth collide in this arresting book - if you love a witty heroine give it a try. Whimsy, mystery, and myth collide in this arresting book - if you love a witty heroine give it a try. Show less

Whimsy, mystery, and myth collide in this arresting book - if you love a witty heroine give it a try. Whimsy, mystery, and myth collide in this arresting book - if you love a witty heroine give it a try. Show less

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You Must Not Miss

You Must Not Miss

by Leno, Katrina

Book - 2019

A mix of realistic fiction and dark fantasy, this book is a gritty, twisty tale with an unforgettable protagonist. A mix of realistic fiction and dark fantasy, this book is a gritty, twisty tale with an unforgettable protagonist. Show less

A mix of realistic fiction and dark fantasy, this book is a gritty, twisty tale with an unforgettable protagonist. A mix of realistic fiction and dark fantasy, this book is a gritty, twisty tale with an unforgettable protagonist. Show less

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The Boring Book

The Boring Book

by Yoshitake, Shinsuke

Picture Book - 2019

My favorite picture book for the child with a hundred questions - bright, playful illustrations and hilarious text. My favorite picture book for the child with a hundred questions - bright, playful illustrations and hilarious text. Show less

My favorite picture book for the child with a hundred questions - bright, playful illustrations and hilarious text. My favorite picture book for the child with a hundred questions - bright, playful illustrations and hilarious text. Show less

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Raybearer

Raybearer

by Ifueko, Jordan

Book - 2020

A complex, engrossing fantasy world with characters that had me rooting for them to triumph against impossible odds. A complex, engrossing fantasy world with characters that had me rooting for them to triumph against impossible odds. Show less

A complex, engrossing fantasy world with characters that had me rooting for them to triumph against impossible odds. A complex, engrossing fantasy world with characters that had me rooting for them to triumph against impossible odds. Show less

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Stand Up, Yumi Chung!

Stand Up, Yumi Chung!

by Kim, Jessica

Book - 2020

A sweet and funny story about familial expectations, self-confidence, and learning to stand up for yourself and stand out. A sweet and funny story about familial expectations, self-confidence, and learning to stand up for yourself and stand out. Show less

A sweet and funny story about familial expectations, self-confidence, and learning to stand up for yourself and stand out. A sweet and funny story about familial expectations, self-confidence, and learning to stand up for yourself and stand out. Show less

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Off to See the Sea

Off to See the Sea

by Grimes, Nikki

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This picture book is so imaginative and reminds me of why I loved bath time as a child - the illustrations help create a whole new world. This picture book is so imaginative and reminds me of why I loved bath time as a child - the illustrations help create a whole new world. Show less

This picture book is so imaginative and reminds me of why I loved bath time as a child - the illustrations help create a whole new world. This picture book is so imaginative and reminds me of why I loved bath time as a child - the illustrations help create a whole new world. Show less

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A Song of Wraiths and Ruin

A Song of Wraiths and Ruin

by Brown, Roseanne A.

Book - 2020

They like each other, but they also need to kill each other - a classic star-crossed lovers fantasy romance with twists to keep you glued to the page. They like each other, but they also need to kill each other - a classic star-crossed lovers fantasy romance with twists to keep you glued to the page. Show less

They like each other, but they also need to kill each other - a classic star-crossed lovers fantasy romance with twists to keep you glued to the page. They like each other, but they also need to kill each other - a classic star-crossed lovers fantasy romance with twists to keep you glued to the page. Show less

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From the Desk of Zoe Washington

From the Desk of Zoe Washington

by Marks, Janae

Book - 2020

This book takes on a tough topic with heart and grace - it soars because of it's loving and realistic main character that I couldn't stop reading about. This book takes on a tough topic with heart and grace - it soars because of it's loving and realistic main character that I couldn't stop reading about. Show less

This book takes on a tough topic with heart and grace - it soars because of it's loving and realistic main character that I couldn't stop reading about. This book takes on a tough topic with heart and grace - it soars because of it's loving and realistic main character that I couldn't stop reading about. Show less

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Oscar's Tower of Flowers

Oscar's Tower of Flowers

by Tobia, Lauren

Picture Book - 2021

This books needs no words - the pictures tell a beautiful story of family, friends, and the delight of plants. This books needs no words - the pictures tell a beautiful story of family, friends, and the delight of plants. Show less

This books needs no words - the pictures tell a beautiful story of family, friends, and the delight of plants. This books needs no words - the pictures tell a beautiful story of family, friends, and the delight of plants. Show less

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Hani and Ishu's Guide to Fake Dating

Hani and Ishu's Guide to Fake Dating

by Jaigirdar, Adiba

Book - 2021

Fake dating done right - this book is sweet and romantic but also has something to say. Fake dating done right - this book is sweet and romantic but also has something to say. Show less

Fake dating done right - this book is sweet and romantic but also has something to say. Fake dating done right - this book is sweet and romantic but also has something to say. Show less

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The Library of Ever

The Library of Ever

by Alexander, Zeno

Book - 2019

For anyone who grew up loving books, this whimsical fantasy is a treat. For anyone who grew up loving books, this whimsical fantasy is a treat. Show less

For anyone who grew up loving books, this whimsical fantasy is a treat. For anyone who grew up loving books, this whimsical fantasy is a treat. Show less

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Don't Touch My Hair!

Don't Touch My Hair!

by Miller, Sharee

Picture Book - 2018

This picture book balances silly whimsy with something to say - a great book to introduce kids to the idea that their body is their own. This picture book balances silly whimsy with something to say - a great book to introduce kids to the idea that their body is their own. Show less

This picture book balances silly whimsy with something to say - a great book to introduce kids to the idea that their body is their own. This picture book balances silly whimsy with something to say - a great book to introduce kids to the idea that their body is their own. Show less

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