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  Isaac's Song - A Novel

  Daniel Black

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  *From the Viral Clark Atlanta University Commencement Speaker**From the Georgia Author of the Year Award Winner*The beloved author of Don’t Cry for Me and Perfect Peace returns with a poignant, emotionally exuberant novel about a young queer Black man finding his voice in 1980s Chicago—a novel of family, forgiveness and perseverance, for fans of The Great Believers and On Earth We're Briefly GorgeousIsaac is at a crossroads in his young life. Growing up in Missouri, the son of a caustic, hard-driving father, he was conditioned to suppress his artistic pursuits and physical desires, notions that didn’t align with a traditional view of masculinity. But now, in late ’80s Chicago, Isaac has finally carved out a life of his own. He is sensitive and tenderhearted and has built up the courage to seek out a community. Yet just as he begins to embrace who he is, two social catalysts—the AIDS crisis and Rodney King’s attack—collectively extinguish his hard-earned joy.At a therapist’s encouragement, Isaac begins to write down his story. In the process, he taps into a creative energy that will send him on a journey back to his family, his ancestral home in Arkansas and the inherited trauma of the nation’s dark past. But a surprise discovery will either unlock the truths he’s seeking or threaten to derail the life he’s fought so hard to claim.Poignant, sweeping and luminously told, Isaac's Song is a return to the beloved characters of Don’t Cry for Me and a high-water mark in the career of an award-winning author.

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  Waves of Colors

  Jason Fronde

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  Moving into Crestwood College felt like stepping into a whirlwind. In the old Gothic ivy covered Morgan Hall, two new roommates meet, Ethan, a passionate young artist, and Liam, a dedicated swimmer, navigate the complexities of friendship and desire. Their connection deepens through late-night conversations, shared dreams, and unspoken feelings. 
  Against the backdrop of Ethan's artistic journey, his self-portrait becomes a powerful symbol of their evolving relationship, revealing not just their identities but the love blossoming between them. As they take their time to unravel their emotions, they learn that the most beautiful creations often require patience and care.When a chance encounter leads to an unexpected kiss, they find themselves exploring a new territory—one where vulnerability and trust intertwine. 
  In this heartfelt college romance, Ethan and Liam discover that true intimacy goes beyond passion, transforming their friendship into a love that’s as intricate and vivid as the art Ethan creates. Will they embrace the masterpiece of their hearts, or will fear keep them from the love they’ve both been longing for?

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  Cats Never Fly

  Lori Ames

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  Protect his nine lives. Check. Find a pretty treasure. Check. Summon a dragon. Ch— Wait, what? 
   
   
   
  Cat shifter Simon refuses to jeopardize any of his nine lives, thank you very much. That saying "curiosity killed the cat" won't ever apply to him. No way, no how. 
   
   
   
  Except . . . 
   
   
   
  When he's out hunting for field mice one night, he finds the most wonderful whistle. It's magical and intriguing and so very, very pretty. He knows he should return it, but what's the worst that could happen if he blew on it first? Just once. 
   
   
   
  Months later, he finally has the courage to do just that, and when he does, the craziest thing happens. He summons a dragon, of all things. 
   
   
   
  Now what is he supposed to do? Particularly when Simon would rather keep the gorgeous dragon shifter than send him back to where he came from . . . 
   
   
   
  Contains mature themes.

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  A-Typical Rainbow

  JJ Green

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  'I can change colours of objects by looking at them, hear the symphonies of household simplicities, taste the emotions in a room like sweet or bitter wine, and feel life's every heartbeat breaking through my ribcage in glorious technicolour. Just don't ask me to make eye contact.'
  An imaginative child's glorious fantasies – of dolphins and dragonflies, gingerbread houses and chocolate rivers – offer him an escape from hostile reality.
  When reality dictates he has to conform to the 'real world', he has to make a choice. Should he live authentically and risk stigma, or can he continue to hide?
  Based on real events from the perspective of the writer and the autistic community, JJ Green's A-Typical Rainbow is an uplifting play about the experience of growing up neurodivergent and queer in early 2000s Britain.
  It premiered at London's Turbine Theatre in June 2022, produced by Aria Entertainment, directed by Bronagh Lagan, and starring playwright JJ Green, who is a passionate advocate for autistic artists like himself.
  This edition includes the full text of the play along with contributions from the largely – and proudly – neurodivergent cast and creative team.

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  Where the Heart Leads

  Ally McGuire

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  A stunt car driver, an MI5 agent, a gigolo . . . Finn Montoya tells everyone she meets she has a different profession. It's all part of keeping people at a distance while still being a part of the world around her. Really, she's an accomplished writer who has taken being a mystery to heart. At least that way, she can stay safe. Under no circumstances can her past catch up with her. 
   
   
   
  Angie Davis just wanted some simple time with her daughter. But when the paparazzi swarm the café she and Luna are at, she has no choice but to accept the help of a handsome stranger who is watching the chaos play out. When Luna develops a friendship with that stranger, Angie's unsure how to handle it. But the more time Angie spends with her, the more she wants to be in Finn's arms. 
   
   
   
  Against her better judgement, Finn allows herself to be drawn to the promise of something real with Angie, but when the celebrity spotlight threatens to derail her safe existence and expose her secrets, it isn't only their hearts in danger. Is love worth the risk? 
   
   
   
  Contains mature themes.

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  Last Resort

  Morgan Brice

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  Weird things are happening again in Cape May and the ghosts of old mobsters never rest easy. 
   
   
   
  Erik Mitchell gets a strange delivery of antique poker chips with odd markings tied to a casino that burned a century ago. Ben Nolan finds a dead guy in one of his rental units—turns out the guy's been missing for twenty years and is linked to a long-lost treasure. 
   
   
   
  The ghostly energy of the old Commodore Wilson hotel juices up all the town's spirits, and a stranger shows up with an unhealthy interest in both cases. Ben and Erik have just moved in together, and they're still navigating the next step as partners and blending their lives. 
   
   
   
  Murder, missing persons, hidden treasure, and haunted poker chips. Can Ben and Erik put the pieces together to solve the case, or when the cards are dealt, will they be left holding the dead man's hand? 
   
   
   
  Contains mature themes.

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