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Every year, the booksellers at Powell’s submit their Top Fives: their five favorite books that were released in 2023. It’s a list that, when put together, shows just how varied and interesting the book tastes of Powell’s booksellers are. I highly recommend digging into the recommendations — we would never lead you astray — but today...
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Wild
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Cheryl Strayed
11 Stories
, January 02, 2013
I admired how Cheryl Strayed juxtaposed the rugged activity of hiking through the wilderness with the schmaltzy, self-critical interior monologues. Still, the chapter entitled Box of Rain was by far the best in the book. As a former resident of Ashland, it is absolutely hilarious and right on. Plus, this book gave me the confidence to try some new things. I reasoned, if she can do that, I can probably do it, too.
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Little Brother
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Doctorow, Cory
11 Stories
, August 11, 2012
After reading the first page of Little Brother, I couldn't put it down. The protagonist is smart and funny, and all the other characters are also fully developed yet completely different. Though I know my 15 year old nephew will understand all the techie details, for clueless dopes like me, the author explains everything in a clear and exciting way. All the tech tweeks and upgrades actually pertain to the storyline and allow the action to unfold. After reading this I want to test system, open my gadgets to see how they work, play dress up, and rock out in the streets! Mostly though, I want to learn more. Suddenly I'm curious about all the math and computer science classes offered on Coursera, which is something I consider totally bizarre.
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Bee & Bird
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Craig Frazier
11 Stories
, August 09, 2012
When my kid was almost 2, this was her favorite book. It uses primary colors and simple graphics to miraculously build anticipation. Of course, my daughter knew what was coming and loved to shout either "Bird!" or "Bee!" Pretty amazing for her self esteem, but pretty boring for me.
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Tasteful Nudes & Other Misguided Attempts at Personal Growth & Validation
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Dave Hill
11 Stories
, August 06, 2012
This book is pretty funny and totally rocks! Still, things can get pretty raw. Dave Hill tempers his hilarity with some real downers like depression and death. All in all, it was honest, heartfelt, and I assume mostly true. Rock on!
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Perfect Scoop Ice Creams Sorbets Granitas & Sweet Accompaniments
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David Lebovitz
11 Stories
, August 05, 2012
Absolutely perfect ice cream! We have tried a zillion different ice cream recipes from a zillion different books, and FINALLY!!! David Lebovitz has allowed us to make some quality ice cream. It is soooo good. The instructions are accurate and detailed and the results are delicious.
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Little Woods
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McCormick Templeman
11 Stories
, August 04, 2012
It's a murder mystery set at a secluded boarding school that churns out academic champions. Stressed out teenagers believing their every move is life or death can be a whole lotta drama, but I found myself sucked into the scene. Some of the escapades the teens engage in might not be appropriate for innocent readers, but anyone that has already received their college acceptance letter should be able to cope with themes. My only criticism, a lot of the boys in this book seem to tousle the sleuth's hair. I don't really find that part very believable. Otherwise, as someone who reads a fair amount of mysteries, I totally encourage everybody to read this book. It was completely satisfying, complex, fast and fun.
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