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The World According to Fannie Davis
Bridgett M. Davis
As seen on the Today Show: This true story of an unforgettable mother, her devoted daughter, and their life in...
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Binti: The Complete Trilogy
Nnedi Okorafor
"Binti, a young Himba girl with the chance of a lifetime: to attend the prestigious Oomza University. Despite her family's...
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The Detroit Neighborhood Guidebook
Aaron Foley
Detroiters need to get to know their neighbors better. Wait -- maybe that should be, Detroiters should get to know...
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Lola at the Library
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Learn about the library, checking out books, and story time with Lola. Every Tuesday Lola and her mommy go to...
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We Are Water Protectors
Carole Lindstrom
Winner of the 2021 Caldecott Medal Inspired by the many Indigenous-led movements across North America, We Are Water Protectors issues...
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Old Man's War
John Scalzi
John Perry did two things on his 75th birthday. First he visited his wife’s grave. Then he joined the army....
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Lapvona
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21 Lessons for the 21st Century
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