Recreation

New Titles Young Adults’ April 2019 (arrived in March)

Fiction

You must be Layla, Yassmin Abdel-Magied
The weight of our sky, Hanna Alkaf
Melati Ahmad believes that she harbors a djinn inside her, one who threatens her with horrific images of her mother's death unless she adheres to an elaborate ritual of counting and tapping to keep him satisfied. On the evening of May 13th, 1969, racial tensions in her home city of Kuala Lumpur boil over. The Chinese and Malays are at war, and Mel and her mother become separated.
Ship breaker, Paolo Bacigalupi
The stars below, David Baldacci
Broken bridge, Lynne Reid Banks
The murder of fourteen-year-old Glen Shelby, soon after his arrival in Israel to visit his father's family, has a dramatic effect on the lives of his relatives, the other members of their kibbutz, and the Arabs responsible for his death.
The burning, Laura Bates
Lovely war, Julie Berry
In the perilous days of World Wars I and II, the gods hold the fates; and the hearts, of four mortals in their hands. They are Hazel, James, Aubrey, and Colette. A classical pianist from London, a British would-be architect-turned-soldier, a Harlem-born ragtime genius in the U.S. Army, and a Belgian orphan with a gorgeous voice and a devastating past.
An assassin's guide to love & treason, Virginia Boecker
When Lady Katherine's father is killed for being an illegally practicing Catholic, she discovers he was also involved in a murder plot against the reigning Queen Elizabeth I. She disguises herself as a boy and travels to London to take it one step further: kill the queen herself. She is cast in William Shakespeare's newest play, which is to be performed in front of Her Majesty.
The geography of lost things, Jessica Brody
When Ali Collins's estranged father passes away and leaves her his only prized possession; a 1968 Firebird convertible, it reminds her too much of all her father's unfulfilled promises. A buyer three hundred miles up the Pacific coast is offering enough money for the car to save her childhood home from foreclosure. There's only one problem: she has no idea how to drive a stick shift. But her ex-boyfriend, Nico, does.
Honor bound, Rachel Caine
After defeat in battle, Zara Cole and her crew flee to Sliver, an outpost inhabited by alien criminals, but when Zara discovers dark secrets about Sliver, she has to decide if she is going to stand and fight the evil trying to annihilate them.
The dysasters, P C Cast
A question of Holmes: a Charlotte Holmes novel, Brittany Cavallaro
Charlotte Holmes and Jamie Watson finally have a chance to start over. With all the freedom their pre-college summer program provides and no one on their tail, the only mystery they need to solve, once and for all, is what they are to each other.
The shadowglass, Rin Chupeco
In the Eight Kingdoms, none have greater strength or influence than the asha, who hold elemental magic. But only a bone witch has the power to raise the dead. Tea has used this dark magic to breathe life into those she has loved and lost and those who would join her army against the deceitful royals. But Tea's quest to conjure a shadowglass, to achieve immortality for the one person she loves most in the world, threatens to consume her.
Mist, metal, and ash, Gwendolyn Clare
In an alternate 19th-century Italy, Elsa has an incredible gift: she can craft new worlds with precise lines of script written in books. But political extremists have stolen the most dangerous book ever scribed one that can rewrite the Earth itself. Now Elsa must track down the friend who betrayed her and recover the book before its destructive power is unleashed.
The everlasting rose, Dhonielle Clayton
Camille, Edel, and Remy, aided by The Iron Ladies and backed by alternative newspaper The Spider's Web, race to outwit Sophia, find Princess Charlotte, and return her to Orléans.
One lie too many, Eileen Cook
A story about cancer (with a happy ending), India Desjardins
I think about everything I'll miss if they tell me I'm going to die; my mum, my dad, my sister, cookies, TV shows I'll never get to see the end of, walking outside when it's really nice, the smell of autumn, the starry sky on a full moon, my grandparents, my grandpa's lasagna, kissing Victor, Victor's eyes, Victor's voice, Victor's smell, Victor's hands; Victor.
Monsters: a novel, Sharon Dogar
1814: Mary Godwin, the sixteen-year-old daughter of radical socialist and feminist writers, runs away with a dangerously charming young poet; Percy Bysshe Shelley. From there, the two young lovers travel a Europe in the throes of revolutionary change, through high and low society, tragedy and passion, where they will be drawn into the orbit of the mad and bad Lord Byron.
Gunslinger girl, Lyndsay Ely
Serendipity "Pity" Jones inherited two things from her mother: a pair of six shooters and perfect aim. She's been offered a life of fame and fortune at the Theater Vespertine in Cessation, a glittering city where lawlessness is a way of life. The Second Civil War fractured the U.S. into a broken, dangerous land, and there is a dark cost to the Theater; one that Pity may not be willing to pay.
The fallen mender, R J Francis
"Assassins are on their way, Prince Jaimin has been told in a dream. But the royals are not the only ones in danger: a fourteen-year-old girl in a white cloak arrives from the south to warn of an imminent attack by a mysterious, fire-wielding army. One war is not yet over, and another looks set to begin. Despite the new threats, Elaina cannot afford to wait in Arra any longer.
Girl running, boy falling, Kate Gordon
The mermaid wreck, Jack Henseleit
Comics will break your heart: a novel, Faith Erin Hicks
Miriam's family should be rich. After all, her grandfather was the co-creator of smash-hit comics series The TomorrowMen. But he sold his rights to the series to his co-creator in the 1960s for practically nothing, and now that's what Miriam has: practically nothing.
Naruto. Kakashi's story: lightning in the frozen sky, Akira Higashiyama
Kiss collector, Wendy Higgins
The past and other things that should stay buried, Shaun David Hutchinson
A good friend will bury your body, a best friend will dig you back up. Dino doesn't mind spending time with the dead. His parents own a funeral home, and death is literally the family business. He's just not used to them talking back. Until Dino's ex-best friend July dies suddenly and then comes back to life. Except not exactly. Somehow July is not quite alive, and not quite dead.
The quiet at the end of the world, Lauren James
The afterward, E K Johnston
It's been a year since the mysterious godsgem cured Cadrium's king and ushered in what promised to be a new golden age. The heroes who brought home the gem are renowned in story and song, but for two fellows on the quest, peace and prosperity don't come easily.
The me I meant to be, Sophie Jordan
Willa Evans has no intention of breaking the code. So what if she's always secretly loved her next-door neighbour Zach? As her best friend's boyfriend, he was always off-limits and it needs to stay that way, even though they just broke up. Even though every time she turns around he's there, tempting her. Flor Hidalgo has a lot on her plate: her breakup with Zach, her dad's new dating life, and her struggling grades.
Sword art online. Volume 15, Alicization invading, Reki Kawahara
Sword art online. Volume 13, Alicization dividing, Reki Kawahara
Sword art online. Volume 14, Alicization uniting, Reki Kawahara
Sword art online. Volume 11, Alicization turning, Reki Kawahara
Sword art online. Volume 12, Alicization rising, Reki Kawahara
Sword art online. Volume 9, Alicization beginning, Reki Kawahara
Sword art online. Volume 10, Alicization running, Reki Kawahara
Sword art online. Volume 7, Mother's rosary, Reki Kawahara
Sword art online. Volume 8, Early and late, Reki Kawahara
Sword art online. Volume 5, Phantom bullet, Reki Kawahara
Sword art online. Volume 6, Phantom bullet, Reki Kawahara
Sword art online. Volume 3, Fairy dance, Reki Kawahara
Sword art online. Volume 2, Aincrad, Reki Kawahara
The love & lies of Rukhsana Ali, Sabina Khan
A Tudor Turk, Rehan Khan
Last of her name, Jessica Khoury
Sixteen years ago, rebellion swept the galaxy known as the Belt of Jewels. Every member of the Leonov royal family was murdered, down to their youngest child, Princess Anya, making way for the Union government to seize power. But Stacia doesn't think much about politics. She spends her days half-wild, rambling her father's vineyard with her friends, Clio and Pol.
The Haven, Simon Lelic
Warrior of the wild, Tricia Levenseller
How do you kill a god? As her father's chosen heir, Rasmira has trained her whole life to become a warrior and lead her village. But when her coming-of-age trial is sabotaged and she fails the test, her father banishes her to the monster-filled wilderness. To win back her honour, Rasmira must fulfill an impossible quest: kill the oppressive god who claims tribute from the villages each year, or die trying.
Underdog: #LoveOZYA short stories, Tobias Madden
Heroine, Mindy McGinnis
When a car crash sidelines Mickey just before softball season, she has to find a way to hold on to her spot as the catcher for a team expected to make a historic tournament run. Behind the plate is the only place she's ever felt comfortable, and the painkillers she's been prescribed can help her get there. The pills do more than take away pain; they make her feel good.
Children of the furnace. The burning, Brin Murray
"Under the iron rule of the Revelayshun, one boy discovers the truth.'Ty promised my ma he'd bring me up right. Bring him up to hear the rhythm beat, she said, and to feel the heartsblood warm. Not Strong - not in their way - but strong in the ways of the heart.' When the Revelayshun murders his pa, Wil discovers through savage inquisition that he's marked as a Heater, one of the old-time heretics who burned up the world.
Children of the furnace. Crosstrees, Brin Murray
'What we won was a small battle,' says Jace flat. 'They'll be coming, fore we can turn this into a war.' Wil and Leah saved Jace from the Revout's Fires - but find out now, that was just the beginning. The Revelayshun's soldiers are riding to hunt down the Midwife. Only she can lead them to Wil's sister, and the truth that will change everything.
The deceiver's heart, Jennifer A Nielsen
Now firmly on the side of the Coracks, sixteen-year-old Kestra Dallisor plans to use the magic Olden Blade to kill the evil Lord Endrick, but when she fails, Endrick turns her into one of his Ironheart soldiers, without any memory of her rebellion, and bound to obey him, his spy within the Coracks; the rebel Simon is desperate to return her to the Kestra he loves, but he is reluctant to use the magic that might heal (or destroy) her and.
Vardaesia, Lynette Noni
Naruto. Sakura's story: love riding the spring breeze, Tomohito Ohsaki
Shooting albatrosses, Leon Paulin
The year I didn't eat, Samuel Pollen
Fourteen-year-old Max doesn't like to eat, and the only one he can confess his true feelings to is Ana; also known as his eating disorder, anorexia. In a journal that his therapist makes him keep, he tells Ana his unfiltered thoughts and fears while also keeping track of his food intake. But Ana's presence has leapt off the page and into his head, as she feeds upon all of his fears and amplifies them.
The blood spell: a Ravenspire novel, C J Redwine
Kellan Renard, crown prince of Balavata, must choose a bride, but he finds an unexpected connection with Blue de la Cour, a girl from his childhood who ruined his adventures, as they join forces to discover dark secrets about the kingdom and their pasts.
Chrysalis, Brendan Reichs
The 64 members of Fire Lake's sophomore class have managed to survive the first two phases of the Program and each other. Now, they alone have emerged into the dawn of a new era on Earth, into a Fire Lake valley that's full of otherworldly dangers and challenges.
Pretend she's here, Luanne Rice
Fifteen-year-old Emily has six siblings, but she was also close to her best friend, Lizzie Porter, who died nearly a year ago, and she is still grieving; but Lizzie's family are also grieving, so much so, that they use Lizzie's younger sister, Chloe, as a lure and kidnap Emily, forcing her to dress, talk, and act like Lizzie, and threatening to go after Emily's family if she does not become the replacement for the daughter they lost and.
Dealing in dreams, Lilliam Rivera
Sixteen-year-old Nalah leads the fiercest all-girl crew in Mega City. That role brings with it violent throwdowns and access to the hottest boydega clubs, but Nalah quickly grows weary of her questionable lifestyle. Her dream is to get off the streets and make a home in the exclusive Mega Towers, in which only a chosen few get to live.
Boss girl, Hilary Rogers
Stolen time, Danielle Rollins
Seattle, 1913: Forced to wed a wealthy man, Dorothy runs away from the wedding. She meets a stranger and stows away on his peculiar craft to wake up in a chilling version of the world she left behind, New Seattle, 2077.
The queen's resistance, Rebecca Ross
Song of Sorrow, Melinda Salisbury
Four dead queens, Astrid Scholte
The colour of shadows, Phyllida Shrimpton
Wilder, Andrew Simonet
The lives of Jason Wilder and Meili Wen intersect in the delinquent-proof room for in-school suspension, known as the Rubber Room. Jason's growing, fierce protectiveness of Meili explodes into violence when her chance to return to her wealthy lifestyle in Hong Kong; and his opportunity to escape poverty, loneliness, and the past, is threatened.
Bloodleaf, Crystal Smith
Princess Aurelia is a prisoner to her crown and the heir that nobody wants. Surrounded by spirits and banned from using her blood-magic, Aurelia flees her country after a devastating assassination attempt. To escape her fate, Aurelia disguises herself as a commoner in a new land and discovers a happiness her crown has never allowed.
Wraith: James Locke and the Azuriens, Shane Smithers
Our year of maybe, Rachel Lynn Solomon
Aspiring choreographer Sophie Orenstein would do anything for Peter Rosenthal-Porter, who's been on the kidney transplant list as long as she's known him. Peter, a gifted pianist, is everything to Sophie: best friend, musical collaborator, secret crush. When she learns she's a match, donating a kidney is an easy, obvious choice. She can't help wondering if after the transplant, he'll love her back the way she's always wanted.
The espressologist: a novel, Kristina Springer
Fated, Teri Terry
An affair of poisons, Addie Thorley
After unwittingly helping her mother poison King Louis XIV, seventeen-year-old alchemist Mirabelle Monvoisin is forced to see her mother's Shadow Society in a horrifying new light: they're not heroes of the people, as they've always claimed to be, but murderers. Herself included.
Sasuke's story. Sunrise, Shin Towada
Enchantee, Gita Trelease
What momma left me, Renée Watson
Watch us rise, Renée Watson
Naruto. Shikamaru's story: a cloud drifting in the silent dark, Takashi Yano
Itachi's story. Midnight, Takashi Yano
Itachi's story. Daylight, Takashi Yano

Graphic Novels

Noragami: stray god. [18], Toka Adachi
Now that Yato has defeated Takemikazuchi, he must protect Bishamon long enough for the thunder god to convince the Heavens to call off their punishment. Meanwhile, Yukin strives to keep Yato and the crafter alive to ensure Yato's safety, but when Bishamon takes deadly aim at K?to, Yukin resorts to drastic measures.
Noragami: stray god. [2], Toka Adachi
A run-in with Yato the stray god has turned Hitori Iki, an ordinary, pro-wrestling-loving middle school girl, into an existence neither human nor ayakashi! It's up to Yato's "divine intervention" to turn Hiyori back to normal.
Laid-back camp. 5,  Afro
Setting up a tent, starting a fire, and eating noodles with Mt. Fuji in view. Rin and Nadeshiko absolutely love to camp! Enjoy their zest for travel and maybe even pick up a tip or two about roughing it in the great outdoors.
Kaguya-sama: love is war. 6, Aka Akasaka
Will Kaguya figure out what Miyuki wants for his birthday plus present him with a perfect cake? Is treasurer Yu flunking out of school and beyond help...or can the one he fears most get him back on track? Then the romantic autumn moon-viewing festival leads to some stellar night moves. The student council plays a role-playing game in which at least one member doesn't get to play out their fantasy.
Kaguya-sama: love is war. 5, Aka Akasaka
Will Kaguya and Miyuki find a way to see each other sooner rather than later over summer vacation? And is tweeting really an effective way to communicate with your crush? Then, Kaguya's overprotective staff try to prevent her from going to the fireworks festival with the rest of the student council. Miyuki and Kaguya both try to find a way to enroll in the same elective class.
Kaguya-sama: Love is war. 4, Aka Akasaka
Will Kaguya and Shirogane outsmart a psychological test designed to reveal their true feelings? Is spoon-feeding each other cake the way to each other's hearts? Then, Shirogane visits Kaguya's home for the first time, but she is too sick to enjoy it. Kaguya tries to befriend Shirogane's little sister, but Chika has beaten her to the punch. And summer vacation arrives, but the student council still hasn't agreed on a destination.
Kaguya-sama: love is war. 3, Aka Akasaka
Will Kaguya and Miyuki share the shelter of an umbrella in a storm? Is carrying a knife dripping with blood proof that Kaguya is trying to kill a member of the student council? How will Kaguya react when Chika introduces her to potty humor? Then, Chika must intervene when Miyuki dispenses bad advice on a topic he knows nothing about, Miyuki tries to develop his kinesthetic intelligence, and Kaguya and her personal assistant play a pract.
Kaguya-sama: love is war. 2, Aka Akasaka
Two geniuses. Two brains. Two hearts. One battle.
Konosuba: God's blessing on this wonderful world! 7, Natsume Akatsuki
Arcanletia is known for its hot springs but perhaps even more for its devoted Axis Church following, which is making Kazuma quite uneasy and he's not alone. Things only get worse when he catches wind of a plot to poison the hot springs and finds himself up against the toughest enemy he has ever faced! Defeat means death, and after this foe is done with him, even Aqua won't be able to revive him.
Konosuba: God's blessing on this wonderful world! 6, Natsume Akatsuki
With his triumph over Vanir, Kazuma has cleared both his name and his debt, but thanks to a massive monetary reward, he now spends his days wasting away at home! Despite their best attempt to motivate him, even Megumin and Darkness are getting nowhere. However, when Sena shows up to offer the party a new quest, everything changes, and Kazuma's life as an adventurer hangs in the balance.
Konosuba: God's blessing on this wonderful world! 5, Natsume Akatsuki
Death doesn't stop a video game-loving shut-in from going on adventures and fighting monsters!.
Konosuba: God's blessing on this wonderful world! 4, Natsume Akatsuki
With his subversion of the state charge cleared up, Kazuma and Aqua are living a life of laziness thanks to their hard-earned reward money.
Konosuba: God's blessing on this wonderful world! 1, Natsume Akatsuki
Story follows a boy who is sent to a fantasy world following his death, forming a dysfunctional party with a goddess, an explosive magician, and a crusader to fight against monsters.
Konosuba: God's blessing on this wonderful world! 3, Natsume Akatsuki
After a heated argument with another adventurer, Kazuma is determined to prove that his companions aren't as wonderful as they seem. After agreeing to a one-day party swap, he finds himself traveling with a group of people he's never met! Meanwhile, Aqua, Megumin, and Darkness decide to show off to their new ally...
Konosuba: God's blessing on this wonderful world! 2, Natsume Akatsuki
As Kazuma, Aqua, Megumin, and Darkness take on missions and fulfill more quests, they receive rewards from their success and skills, until the fateful day when Megumin earns the wrath of one of the Demon King's dullahan generals.
Your lie in April. 11, Naoshi Arakawa
While Kaori undergoes surgery, Kosei performs in his competition, and as their time together draws to a close, the truth of their friendship is revealed, a friendship that began with an April lie, but changed them and the lives of those around them.
Your lie in April. 2, Naoshi Arakawa
After the death of his mother, child prodigy Arima Kosei gave up the piano forever or so he thought. That vow turned out to be no match for the persistence of sprightly violinist Kaori Miyazono, who's roped Arima back into the world of competitive classical music.
Your lie in April. 1, Naoshi Arakawa
Kosei Arima was a piano prodigy until his cruel taskmaster of a mother died suddenly, changing his life forever. Driven by his pain to abandon piano, Kosei now lives in a monotonous, colourless world. Having resigned himself to a bland life, he is surprised when he meets Kaori Miyazono, a violinist with an unorthodox style.
Anonymous noise. 12, Ryōko Fukuyama
As the new school year begins, Nino and Momo are in a relationship and she has not seen Yuzu in months, forcing the remaining members of the Pop Music Club to try to keep it together without him.
Devils' line. 12, Ryo Hanada
The GPS bullet lodged in Lee's leg was removed by the capable hands of Queen, a central figure in the old CCC. But as payment for the surgery, Lee will become a poster boy for Queen's devil advocacy group. Meanwhile, Eka snipes Prime Minister Morimune, setting off a series of attacks on government officials and allowing a certain official to become acting prime minister.
Hayate the combat butler. 33, Kenjiro Hata
The life of a combat butler was hard enough when Hayate had only one mistress. Now that he's waiting on an entire houseful of girls, his service skills are being truly tested. Whether he's escorting ultra-geeky new resident Kayura around town, teaching pop star Ruka to ride or die, or scraping up the funds to treat the whole gang to barbecue, Hayate is prepared for any challenge.
Dimension W. 13, Yuji Iwahara
With a third of the planet succumbing to nothingness, Kyouma, Mira, and Ellie have chased the Syndicate all the way to India. Their efforts to save the world lead to a run-in with Hans; a local detective searching for his missing sister, and to the doorstep of an anti-Coil cult known as Organ.
School-live!. Volume ten, Norimitsu Kaihou
The Militants' fight at the college comes to a close; or does it? They still need to save Kurumi (who's been exhibiting symptoms of infection) and make a serum based on her; one that might just be humanity's best hope.
Spider-Man, Joe Kelly
As Spidey and Deadpool fast-talk their way into an ongoing buddy book at last, grab the full story of their unlikely bromance.
Sense and sensibility, Stacy King
When Elinor Dashwood's father dies, her family's finances are crippled. After the Dashwoods move to a cottage in Devonshire, Elinor's sister Marianne is torn between the handsome John Willoughby and the older Colonel Brandon. Meanwhile, Elinor's romantic hopes with Edward Ferrars are hindered due to his prior engagement. Both Elinor and Marianne strive for love while the circumstances in their lives constantly change.
Invincible: ultimate collection. Volume 5, Robert Kirkman
Ever since Invincible's father, Omni-Man revealed himself to be an alien conquerer bent on taking over the Earth, Invincible has been working for the Global Defense Agency. He's been fighting their fights, defeating their enemies, he's been a good soldier, but now something has changed and he finds himself up against the very organization he's been working for.
Invincible: ultimate collection. Volume 3, Robert Kirkman
Collecting the formative issues in the grown of Invincible as a superhero. This volume collects Invincible's violent battle with the villainous Angstrom Levy, his reunion with his estranged father and the bloody battle with the Viltrumites. This is a can't-miss for any Invincible fan and a perfect addition to any bookshelf.
Invincible: ultimate collection, Volume 1, Robert Kirkman
Mark Grayson is just like most everyone else his age. He's a senior at a normal American high school. He has a crappy part time job after school and on weekends. He likes girls quite a bit but quite doesn't understand them. He enjoys hanging out with his friends and sleeping late on Saturdays (at least until the good cartoons come on).
Boruto: Naruto next generations. Volume 5, Ao, Ukyo Kodachi
The mysterious organization called Kara makes their move to recover their lost vessel.
Re:Zero: starting life in another world. Chapter 3, Truth of zero. 5, Tappei Nagatsuki
After a near-fatal encounter with the White Whale, Subaru awakens in Roswaal Manor distraught. As the very memory of Rem fades from the world, Subaru attempts to fight through the witch's curse to reveal his "Return by Death" ability in the hopes of conveying the gravity of the danger before Emilia. Subaru believes he is ready to suffer the consequences, but the price for telling the truth is crueler than he could have imagined.
Skip-beat! [Volumes 37, 38, 39], Yoshiki Nakamura
Kyoko Mogami followed her true love Sho to Tokyo to support him while he made it big as an idol. But he's casting her out now that he's famous enough! Kyoko won't suffer in silence; she's going to get her sweet revenge by beating Sho in show biz! The president of LME created the Love Me section because he was impressed by Kyoko's potential but heartbroken by the wounded spirit he could sense buried deep inside her.
Girl town, Carolyn Nowak
Diana got hurt, a lot, and she's decided to deal with this fact by purchasing a life-sized robot boyfriend. Mary and La-La host a podcast about a movie no one's ever seen. Kelly has dragged her friend Beth out of her comfort zone and into a day at the fantasy market that neither of them will forget.
Fire force. 14, Atsushi Ōkubo
The city of Tokyo is in the grip of a reign of terror! Possessed by demons, people have begun to burst into flame, leading to the establishment of a special firefighting team: the Pyrofighters, ready to roll on a moment's notice to fight spontaneous combustion anywhere it might break out.
Heartstopper. Volume 1, Alice Oseman
Charlie Spring is in Year 10 at Truham Grammar School for Boys. The past year hasn't been too great, but at least he's not being bullied anymore, and he's sort of got a boyfriend, even if he's kind of mean and only wants to meet up in secret. Nick Nelson is in Year 11 and on the school rugby team.
Magi. 34: the labyrinth of magic, Shinobu Ōtaka
Having seized the Sacred Palace, Sinbad rewrites the world's Rukh and thus the world's fate. Alibaba, Aladdin and Morgiana decide that they must take matters into their own hands. With Hakuryu and Judar's help, they head for the Sacred Palace, where Sinbad awaits.
Bloom, Kevin Panetta
Baked with love! Now that high school is over, Ari is dying to move to the big city with his ultra-hip band; if he can just persuade his dad to let him quit his job at their struggling family bakery. Though he loved working there as a kid, Ari cannot fathom a life wasting away over rising dough and hot ovens.
Kagerou daze. 11, Mahiro Satō
As the murderous spree of the Snake of Clearing Eyes continues to shock the Mekakushi-dan, Ayano faces off against Clearing Eyes's host, Hibiya, but the "snake" is aiming for something that strikes fear in Ayano's heart.
Ultraman. 11: the legend still lives in the light of justice, Eiichi Shimizu
Shinjiro, Moroboshi, Hokuto, Jack, Taro, and even Shin Hayata, the first Ultraman, have all come together in New York City for the ultimate showdown with the forces of the Star of Darkness! Can Moroboshi's brother be saved? Will the idol Rena Sayama make it through this all-out battle? And what is the Star of Darkness's ultimate plan? The winners will know the answers.
Justice League: no justice, Scott Snyder
The events of Dark Nights: Metal have transformed the universe in ways both wonderful and terrifying and unleashed four ancient entities with the power to destroy it all. Mystery. Wonder. Wisdom. Entropy. These four forces govern all of existence, and now the godlike beings who embody them have awakened.
Lumberjanes. The infernal compass, Lilah Sturges
When the Janes start to become separated during an orienteering outing thanks to a mysterious compass, Molly becomes more and more insecure about the effect of her relationship with Mal on the other girls. Meanwhile, a lonely woman explorer is trying to steal the compass, with the help of some weirdly polite automaton butlers.
Missions of love. Volume 16, Ema Tōyama
Unpredictable Yukina and Shigure are now finally on the same page when it comes to their feelings, but their first foray into true love is no easy feat! What adventures await them in their new relationship? Meanwhile, Hisame has had a crush on Mami for a long time, but when he works up the courage to confess to her, neither of them are prepared for what happens!.
Made in abyss. 5, Akihito Tsukushi
So close, yet so far. The trio have arrived at Ido Front! The depths' sixth layer is almost within reach, but getting there is easier said than done.
Heavy vinyl: riot on the radio, Carly Usdin
Starry-eyed Chris has just started the dream job every outcast kid in town wants: working at Vinyl Mayhem. It's as rad as she imagined; her boss is boss, her co-workers spend their time arguing over music, pushing against the patriarchy, and endlessly trying to form a band.
Hal Jordan and the Green Lantern Corps. Vol. 7, Darkstars rising, Robert Venditti
Hal Jordan is the paragon of a Green Lantern: courageous and unrelenting. But even a hero can sometimes doubt the methods they're known to use. And in those moments, something dark creeps in and it can create an evil the universe isn't ready to face. When a mysterious object breaks into the Sciencells and abducts former Green Lantern, Tomar-Tu, Hal Jordan flies into action to save his friend.

Non-Fiction

Beasts at bedtime: revealing the environmental wisdom in children's literature, Liam Heneghan809.89282 HEN
Talking lions, philosophical bears, very hungry caterpillars, wise spiders, altruistic trees, companionable moles, urbane elephants: this is the magnificent menagerie that delights our children at bedtime. Within the entertaining pages of many children's books, however, also lie profound teachings about the natural world that can help children develop an educated and engaged appreciation of the dynamic environment they inhabit.
Fierce fairytales: poems & stories to stir your soul, Nikita Gill398.2 GIL
Traditional fairytales are rife with cliches and gender stereotypes: beautiful, silent princesses; ugly, jealous, and bitter villainesses; girls who need rescuing; and men who take all the glory. But in this rousing new prose and poetry collection, Nikita Gill gives Once Upon a Time a much-needed modern makeover.
Garfield nutty as a fruitcake, Jim Davis741.5 DAV
What kind of house does Garfield live in? A nuthouse, of course! The Arbuckle home is located just around the bend, where Jon and his wacky pets display their mad skills for having fun.
Learning how to learn: how to succeed in school without spending all your time studying, Barbara A Oakley370.152 OAK
A surprisingly simple way for students to master any subject--based on one of the world's most popular online courses and the bestselling book A Mind for Numbers and its wildly popular online companion course "Learning How to Learn" have empowered more than two million learners of all ages from around the world to master subjects that they once struggled with.
We are displaced: my journey and stories from refugee girls around the world, Malala Yousafzai325.21 YOU
Malala presents true stories of the refugee experience interwoven with her own story of her displacement in this incredibly moving follow up to her internationally bestselling memoir. Nobel Peace Prize winner and bestselling author Malala Yousafzai introduces some of the faces behind the statistics and news stories we read or hear every day about the millions of people displaced worldwide.
What makes us girls: and why it's all worth it, Brittany Pettibone305.235 PET
We cannot give what we do not have. So, if we do not love ourselves, or even if we are too obsessed with ourselves, how then can we love others? What Makes Us Girls examines the topic of self-worth through a modern cultural lens.