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LibraryReads and Library Journal offer read-alikes for patrons waiting to read Cloud Cuckoo Land by Anthony Doerr.

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Eric LaRocca (he/they) writes horror and dark fiction, including the novella Things Have Gotten Worse Since We Last Spoke and the story collection The Strange Thing We Become: And Other Dark Tales. LJ horror reviewer Emily Vinci asks LaRocca about writing, inspiration, and queer horror.

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LJ’s documentary film reviewer picks four stirring new works, now available on DVD/Blu-ray. 

 

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LJ’s film columnist picks the month’s top indie, foreign, and classic films, now available on DVD and Blu-ray.

 

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"This clever novel will delight readers looking for queer historical romances and or a series featuring a group of unconventional romantic leads."
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