In Mario Elías’s surreal, unflinching novel "Beloved Disciples", a man grieves the death of his first love. Simón experiences heartbreak after losing Albi, the love of his life. He sees visions in which Albi-clone corpses pile up... Read More

Granddaughter Crow’s self-help guidebook "Hózhǫ́" juxtaposes traditional Navajo teachings on what it means to be fully human with the views of contemporary Western psychology and society. The book introduces the Navajo concept of... Read More

Personifying a traditional Mexican candy as a close-knit family in a sticky situation, this warm-hearted picture book honors family connections while leaving room for independence. The Muégano family is literally glued at the hip, and... Read More

A tender picture book to help children through the loss of an anticipated sibling, this age-appropriate primer on pregnancy loss tackles a complex topic with grace. A boy is excited to become a big brother; he happily helps his parents... Read More

In Keila Vall de la Ville’s incisive novel "Minerva", an aspiring Venezuelan dancer contemplates her artistic future and unusual family background. Minerva is raised in an unconventional manner: by her mother and two fathers in... Read More

Andrew Furman’s wondrous novel "The World That We Are" connects young Henry David Thoreau with a contemporary college professor. In 1837, twenty-year-old Thoreau resigns from his position as a schoolteacher after his superiors insist... Read More

Narrated with emotional intensity, "The Satisfied Introvert" is a memoir about working to succeed beyond social challenges; it includes suggestions for others, too. Benjamin Plumb’s memoir-cum-self-help-book "The Satisfied Introvert"... Read More

In James Janko’s searing novel "The Wire-Walker", a talented Palestinian girl defies the limitations of her home to declare “watch for me in the sky.” Amal, raised in a West Bank refugee camp, grows up with few joys: a peek of sky,... Read More