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Plus, 5 reasons to support indie bookstores [NEW RELEASES]( | [BESTSELLERS]( | [EBOOK DEALS]( | [COLLECTIONS]( [Simon & Schuster][Simon & Schuster]( [Browser]( [5 Reasons to Shop at Independent Bookstores]( [5 Reasons to Shop at Independent Bookstores]( What's special about the indie experience? Today, we want to highlight 5 reasons to shop at independent bookstores. 1. Independent bookstores offer free community programing like author events, story times, book clubs, and much more. 2. Money spent at indie bookstores stays local. For every $100 spent locally, $68 stays in your local community. 3. Buying local means less packaging, less transportation, and a smaller carbon footprint. 4. Indies support new and diverse voices. Many booksellers take pride on curating a selection of books from underrepresented communities—well beyond blockbuster bestsellers. 5. Shopping at an independent bookstore gives you the human connection you crave! So, stop by your local bookstore and ask a bookseller today "What do you recommend?" Your Favorite Books Are on the Indie Next List [Second Chances in New Port Stephen]( [LEARN MORE]( [Second Chances in New Port Stephen]( By [TJ Alexander]( | On Sale December 5 * "I can't stop talking about Second Chances in New Port Stephen! Such a beautiful, fun love story, and the ways queerness and transness are just simply accepted are so important. There is so much packed into this sweet romance—it's a miracle!" —Lisa Swayze, Buffalo Street Books, Ithaca, NY [LEARN MORE]( [Bookshop]( [LibroFM]( [The Other Mothers]( [LEARN MORE]( [The Other Mothers]( By [Katherine Faulkner]( | On Sale December 5 * "The Other Mothers is a wonderful exploration into imposter syndrome and what it's like trying to fit in, but also how quickly it happens when you don't even realize you're trying to do it. I love Sophie's POV as well. Very well written!" —Amy Williams, As The Page Turns, Travelers Rest, SC [LEARN MORE]( [Bookshop]( [LibroFM]( [Alice Sadie Celine]( [LEARN MORE]( [Alice Sadie Celine]( By [Sarah Blakley-Cartwright]( | On Sale November 28 * "Written in gorgeous prose that dives deeply into each of the three women's characters and backstories, with a level of suspense that kept me wondering how things would turn out in the end. This novel is unique and surprising. A great read." —Christine Bell, Roundabout Books, Bend, OR [LEARN MORE]( [Bookshop]( [LibroFM]( Now in Paperback [A Quiet Life]( [LEARN MORE]( [A Quiet Life]( By [Ethan Joella]( * "A touching novel that is meant to be read with a warm cup of tea. A Quiet Life beautifully explores how loss, in its many forms, can lead to new hope in the most unexpected places." —Angela Pursel, The Next Chapter Bookstore, Hermiston, OR [LEARN MORE]( [Bookshop]( [LibroFM]( [Kids' Indie Next] [A Stone Is a Story]( [LEARN MORE]( [A Stone Is a Story]( By [Leslie Barnard Booth]( * "A beautiful look at where stones come from, guaranteed to spark nature walks and lots of activities—gathering stones, making up their stories, and playing geologist. A fun, educational read perfect for any story time or classroom!" —Beth Seufer Buss, Bookmarks, Winston-Salem, NC [LEARN MORE]( [Bookshop]( [There Was a Party for Langston]( [LEARN MORE]( [There Was a Party for Langston]( By [Jason Reynolds]( * "All hail Langston Hughes! Jason Reynolds and the Pumphrey brothers celebrate him and his 1991 NY Public Library party in this wondrous picture book. The words dance, and each illustration is a treat! This book begs to be enjoyed—join the party!" —Barb Bassett, Red Balloon Bookshop, St. Paul, MN [LEARN MORE]( [Bookshop]( [The Wishing Machine]( [LEARN MORE]( [The Wishing Machine]( By [Jonathan Hillman]( * "A tremendously sweet journey of wishing for things that are out of your control, hope, and what really matters. The Wishing Machine embraces reality in an honest way without feeling crushing, allowing for magic." —Carrie Koepke, Skylark Bookshop, Columbia, MO [LEARN MORE]( [Bookshop]( [Duel]( [LEARN MORE]( [Duel]( By [Jessixa Bagley]( * "Duel has it all—a compelling story, characters you care about, and fascinating facts about fencing. The sibling relationship is honest and the journey through grief is real. You'll give this one to young readers the moment you finish it." —Donna Gephart, Inkwood Books, Haddonfield, NJ [LEARN MORE]( [Bookshop]( [Galaxy Jones and the Space Pirates]( [LEARN MORE]( [Galaxy Jones and the Space Pirates]( By [Briana McDonald]( * "Pirates: in space! This action-packed adventure is about finding yourself and being true to you, despite how others perceive you. When Galaxy Jones's interstellar nemesis becomes her partner in crime, will he also be a friend? A fun read!" —Katrina Bright-Yerges, Books & Company, Oconomowoc, WI [LEARN MORE]( [Bookshop]( [Betting on You]( [LEARN MORE]( [Betting on You]( By [Lynn Painter]( | On Sale November 28 * "Another fun Lynn Painter read! Bailey and Charlie meet on a long flight where they annoy each other nonstop. When they run into each other years later, they still annoy each other—but they kind of love it, and it becomes something more." —Jennifer Jones, Bookmiser, Marietta, GA [LEARN MORE]( [Bookshop]( [LibroFM]( [Shop Our Holiday Gift Guide!]( [Shop Our Holiday Gift Guide!]( [Find your local independent bookstore]( Want more book recommendations? 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