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| Below are links to lists of titles to be reviewed in the November 1, 2017, issue of Library Journal. These lists include pertinent publisher and bibliographic information for your convenience. Also included are links to information on titles recently reviewed as online-only Xpress Reviews. This week’s Review Alert is also available as a downloadable PDF.Publishers: Please remember to send us one finished copy of each book that is scheduled for review (i.e., all of the forthcoming titles listed below) if you initially submitted a galley or bound manuscript. Our reviewers are not paid, and we like to send a finished copy of the reviewed book as a thank you. Materials should be mailed to: Library Journal, 123 William Street, Suite 802, New York, NY 10038. CALL FOR SUBMISSIONS: For upcoming roundups, LJ is seeking winter 2018 basketball and spring 2018 baseball books. Please include with your submissions the following bibliographic information: author, title, publisher, pub date, page count, ISBN, price, and formats available (print, ebook). Deadline is November 27. Questions: email Stephanie Sendaula, ssendaula@mediasourceinc.com. |
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| LJ Media | Review Alert, November 1, 2017
Wise, stellar, accomplished, Hadley’s collection will appeal to literary aficionados; all libraries would serve their patrons well by having Churchill & Orwell in their collections; a thoughtful exploration of the music of Palestine past and present; this Happy Film offers viewers good company, stimulating conversation fodder, and a dare to examine their own life goals |
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| LJ Fiction | Review Alert, November 1, 2017
Allende puts a human face on the realities of illegal immigration, broken hearts, courage, and healing; Ellis has written a riveting tale that begs to be read in one sitting; fans of the Brontës, Charles Dickens, and Victorian gothic fiction will enjoy Politano’s well-crafted debut; for fans of offbeat mysteries, Fowler’s long-running series continues to offer some of the best reading; Ata’s artistry can help readers understand how living with illness changes everything; another stunning achievement from an author who seems to produce only stunning achievements |
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| LJ Nonfiction | Review Alert, November 1, 2017
This valuable and much-needed anthology is highly recommended for readers interested in folklore and African American history; a vital resource for writers and readers seeking a comprehensive exploration of the life cycle of a book; Murad provides a rare glimpse into the rich culture of the Yazidi; terrific new tools for both new and experienced dog owners; an engrossing cautionary tale for lovers of nature and the Great Lakes in particular |
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| LJ Reference | Review Alert, November 1, 2017
With the breadth of subjects covered, this coffee-table volume of Remarkable Books is for the curious adult mind but accessible enough for younger readers; an exceptional and well-organized work on the role of Race in American Film; Migrations to New Worlds is a worthwhile database for colleges, universities, and large public libraries |
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| | | Xpress Reviews: E-Originals | September 29, 2017
Romance readers who love holiday stories will be thrilled with this latest addition; a strong choice for anyone interested in an emotional love story; a fun and heartening read despite a few hiccups; recommended where contemporary titles circulate well; the feelings and struggles are all heartfelt and true to life |
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| Xpress Reviews: Fiction | September 29, 2017
For readers who appreciate regional mysteries; a complex family story with realistically flawed characters; historical fiction with mystery and royal intrigue; a perfect introduction to Gaines’s work; a well-crafted mystery; an edgy psychological thriller; this slim novel will leave a lasting impression; a powerful celebration of life wrapped in a Swedish crime novel; St. Aubyn does Lear |
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| Xpress Reviews: Nonfiction | September 29, 2017
A beautifully illustrated herb dictionary; not recommended unless there is a high interest in Lao culture; Hoenig traces the history of the tomato; time-honored, therapeutic advice in a new package |
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| | Xpress Reviews: E-Originals | October 6, 2017
Readers will find this feel-good romance entertaining; a rousing historical romance that examines issues of class and privilege; contemporary romance fans will fall for the multidimensional characters; West lovingly crafts the small-town setting; for fans of military romances that include heroic canine companions |
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| Xpress Reviews: Fiction | October 6, 2017
Alexander excels at conveying the flavor of Tsarist Russia; Levy provides plenty of detail for the history lover; for fans of realistic fiction about difficult family relationships; unputdownable once you get into it; an enthralling, surreal debut; an excellent choice for sf fans |
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| | Xpress Reviews: Graphic Novels | October 6, 2017
A strong optional purchase for fans of the source material, Lust, or historical wartime fiction; a wonderful exploration of a tragic artist; it takes some reflection but a gem for readers willing to engage with it; Tibet’s struggle for independence and the people who continue to endure |
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| | Xpress Reviews: Audiobooks | October 6, 2017
Only for true fans of this type of humor; finder’s latest is “highly optional”; unwieldy narrative threads ultimately demand more work than they offer enlightenment; no plot or production missteps will deter Hawkins’s vast audience from demanding access; this motivational book will be popular with Sincero fans |
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