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Enter the world of cozy fantasy

You don’t have to be a lover of fantasy to enjoy cozy fantasy books. The mix of comforting characters, low stakes, and a unique fantasy setting is the perfect book to reach for in December. Read more...

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Playground by Richard Powers

"An epic novel about the ocean and AI that weaves together four beautiful immersive stories from the author of The Overstory." —Gina

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The Teller of Small Fortunes by Julie Leong

"A charming cozy fantasy about a fortune teller trying to keep out of the spotlight, and the companions that join her caravan along the road." —Laura

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Mastering the Art of French Murder by Colleen Cambridge

"First in a fun new cozy mystery series with a young American, Tabitha, living in Paris in the 1950s who befriends Julia Child, and soon the two are engrossed in solving the murder committed with one of Julia's kitchen knives. Perfect for Rhys Bowen and Jacqueline Winspear fans!" —Mary

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State of Terror by Hillary Rodham Clinton and Louise Penny

"A new secretary of state, a young foreign service officer, and a journalist team up to defeat a carefully constructed conspiracy aimed at terrorizing and causing destruction in the United States." —Lillian

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The Phoenix Bride by Natasha Siegel

"Another historical drama from Natasha Siegel filled with romance, overcoming obstacles, and 17th century medicine." —Emily

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Mal Goes to War by Edward Ashton

"A free A.I. gets thrown into a petty, stupid human war and has to work with humans until he can get back to infospace; fans of science fiction will enjoy this book." —Jessica

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The Mighty Red by Louise Erdrich

"This novel is set during the recession of 2009 and the book opens on Crystal working a long shift as a trucker, transporting the sugar beets grown by the North Dakota farming community where she lives. As usual, Erdrich's characters are well-developed and the setting richly detailed." —Gina

cover of The Liberty Scarf by Aimie K. Runyan, J'nell Ciesielski, and Rachel McMillan

The Liberty Scarf by Aimie K. Runyan, J'nell Ciesielski, and Rachel McMillan

"Touching historical fiction entwining the lives of three woman during World War I: a British artist working for Liberty of London, a Flemish nurse attending wounded soldiers, and a French-Canadian operator working in the Signal Corps." —Mary

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A Walk in the Park by Kevin Fedarko

"Two eager but wildly ill-prepared men attempt to do what only a few dozen people have ever accomplished: hike the length of the Grand Canyon." —Laura

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Mother-Daughter Murder Night by Nina Simon

"Three women—a nurse, her high-powered businesswoman mother and her teenage daughter—investigate a death that the teenager is a suspect in." —Lillian

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This Cursed House by Del Sandeen

"A mid-century Southern gothic set in New Orleans about a woman who must break a curse." —Emily

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Apprentice to the Villain by Hannah Nicole Maehrer

"In this entertaining sequel, Eve learns more about her family and works with the Villain to save Rennedawn's magic." —Jessica

 

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