A Lavish Holiday Book List

Dearest Bookworms,

We at the Library are always a sucker for a themed booklist (no seriously, we have some many, go look at them). There is really no better theme than a Holiday, and a month that has THREE Holidays- well darn, we couldn't be happier!

1. How to excavate a heart by Jake Maia Arlow Snowy weather and fish fossils help bring together two Jewish college freshmen spending winter break in Washington, D.C.
2. Eight dates and nights by Betsy Aldredge Teens Hannah and Noah, who each have different ideas of how to spend Hanukkah, team up to save the last Jewish remnant in small-town Texas.
3. For the rest of us : 13 festive holiday stories to celebrate all seasons Fourteen acclaimed authors showcase the beautiful and diverse ways holidays are observed in this festive anthology. Keep the celebrations going all year long with this captivating and joyful read! From Lunar New Year to Solstice, Día de Los Muertos to Juneteenth, and all the incredible days in between, it's clear that Americans don't just have one holiday. Edited by the esteemed Dahlia Adler and authored by creators who have lived these festive experiences firsthand, this joyful collection of stories shows that there isn't one way to experience a holiday.
4. Kwanzaa and other African American holidays by J Boney Kwanzaa and Other African American Holidays provides a glimpse into a culture and the holidays and events people of that culture honor. These celebrations may be tied to religious observances or linked to other important dates that have helped shape the culture. This book examines the history, traditions, and significance of these special days. The book includes a graphic that presents key information visually, source notes, and resources to aid in further research
5. Only for the holidays by Abiola Bello Narrated from different viewpoints, Tia and Quincy grapple with the aftermath of their recent breakups and strike a deal: Tia agrees to accompany Quincy to the winter ball as his date in return for his help in winning back her ex, but as their plan progresses so do their feelings for each other.
6. Make my wish come true by Rachael Lippincott Told in alternating voices, teen actress Arden James heads home for the holidays to improve her reckless reputation, surprising her ex-best friend and aspiring journalist Caroline with a fake dating proposition.

Sincerly,

Your Friendly Neighborhood Librarian

Katrina

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