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Get Ready for ALA Annual: Your First Look at Fall’s Must-Read Titles!
Grab a Galley is back and offering a sneak peek at the season’s most anticipated fall titles—from captivating fiction and thrilling mysteries to inspiring nonfiction and the hottest debut voices. These are the books your patrons will be buzzing about come fall.
Our publishing partners have handpicked a selection that spans all genres, so there’s something for every reader—whether they’re into heart-pounding adventures or thought-provoking narratives. Add as many titles as you like to your virtual Swag Bag (no limits on the number you can choose!), but remember, supply is limited!
Explore the full collection and stock up on the books that will fly off the shelves at your library this fall.
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Africa-China Linkages: Building Deeper and Broader Connections
Abebe Aemro Selassie, Andrea Richter Hume, Alfred Schipke
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Africa-China Linkages: Building Deeper and Broader Connections
IMF Publications
Africa’s financial linkages with China have played a vital role in the region’s growth story. These ties are multifaceted, encompassing trade and foreign direct investment. The region has made remarkable strides across many development metrics. This book delves into the evolving Africa-China economic relationship, offering analysis on the role of economic policy frameworks, financing, and fintech on sustainable development.
Bad Indians Book Club: Reading at the Edge of a Thousand Worlds
Patty Krawec
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Bad Indians Book Club: Reading at the Edge of a Thousand Worlds
Broadleaf Books
Anishinaabe writer Patty Krawec, author of Becoming Kin, leads us into the borderlands of history, science, memoir, fiction, and other genres to ask: What worlds do books written by marginalized people invite us to inhabit? In Bad Indians Book Club, we encounter a potent challenge to all the stories settler colonialism tells.
Believe: Why Everyone Should Be Religious
Ross Douthat
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Believe: Why Everyone Should Be Religious
Zondervan Books
An Instant New York Times Bestseller! Believe by New York Times columnist Ross Douthat is for searchers caught between doubt and belief and for believers struggling to reconcile faith with contemporary assumptions about science and progress. It shows how religious faith makes better sense of reality than skepticism or disbelief.
Born Lucky: A Dedicated Father, a Grateful Son, and Leland Vittert’s Journey with Autism
Leland Vittert
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Born Lucky: A Dedicated Father, a Grateful Son, and Leland Vittert’s Journey with Autism
Harper Horizon
In a world quick to label, judge, and box in people, one father and son stood firm and refused to be defined by an autism diagnosis. Born Lucky offers an intimate look into the inspiring journey of NewsNation anchor Leland Vittert—hope and encouragement for every parent and every child who is grappling with their own unique challenges.
Bottom of the Pyramid: A Memoir of Persevering, Dancing for Myself, and Starring in My Own Life
Nia Sioux
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Bottom of the Pyramid: A Memoir of Persevering, Dancing for Myself, and Starring in My Own Life
Harper Horizon
Nia Sioux’s powerful memoir of resilience and self-definition. From her early years on Dance Moms to reclaiming her voice beyond the spotlight, Nia reveals the untold struggles behind the pyramid and how she rose above judgment and limitations. Her story inspires anyone who’s ever felt overlooked to redefine success on their own terms.
Cat
Rebecca van Laer
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Cat
Bloomsbury
Blending memoir, philosophy, and pop culture, Cat is a playful meditation on the unique bond between cats and their people. From the "crazy cat lady" stereotype to cat memes and pet loss, van Laer shows how the cat-person bond, free from the discipline of parenting or dog ownership, creates a more equal and alternative model of love.
Dancing with Muddy: Muddy Waters, Eric Clapton, and My Lucky Life In and Out of the Blues
Jerry Portnoy
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Dancing with Muddy: Muddy Waters, Eric Clapton, and My Lucky Life In and Out of the Blues
Chicago Review Press
Jerry Portnoy’s memoir is a backstage pass to the golden age of blues — from playing with Muddy Waters and Eric Clapton to life on the road, in the studio, and deep in the heart of American music. Told with the same clarity and soul he brings to his harmonica, Dancing with Muddy is a must-read for any fan of the blues.
First Meeting Differentiator: Transforming Sales-Focused Discovery into Client-Centric Consultations
Lee B. Salz
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First Meeting Differentiator: Transforming Sales-Focused Discovery into Client-Centric Consultations
HarperCollins Leadership
In this breakthrough book, sales management strategist and bestselling author Lee B. Salz flips the script and presents a consultation mindset—a proven approach that not only helps you achieve your objectives but also ensures your prospect receives meaningful value. This shift changes everything. First meetings become energized, impactful conversations that build trust, ignite interest, and set the stage for closing deals.
The Guide(s) Book: Mapping Out Life’s Journey with Spirit by Your Side
Maryann Dimarco
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The Guide(s) Book: Mapping Out Life’s Journey with Spirit by Your Side
Running Press
Navigate life's path, cultivate inner clarity, and experience soul-led growth as you build a relationship with your team of Spirit Guides—a universal team of lightworkers who provide guidance, comfort, and direction—through this detailed, inspiring and accessible book from author, teacher, motivational speaker, and celebrated psychic medium MaryAnn DiMarco.
The Heart of It’s a Wonderful Life: How the Most Inspirational Movie of All Time Still Inspires the Spirit
Jimmy Hawkins
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The Heart of It’s a Wonderful Life: How the Most Inspirational Movie of All Time Still Inspires the Spirit
Harper Horizon
Discover unseen insights and stories from Jimmy Hawkins, one of the last cast members of the holiday classic IT'S A WONDERFUL LIFE. This keepsake book offers behind-the-scenes anecdotes, relationships with Capra, Stewart, and Reed, and never-before-seen photos. Perfect as a family gift, it highlights the enduring impact and emotional essence of the film.
In Defense of Dabbling: The Brilliance of Being a Total Amateur
Karen Walrond
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In Defense of Dabbling: The Brilliance of Being a Total Amateur
Broadleaf Books
From Karen Walrond, author of The Lightmaker's Manifesto and Radiant Rebellion, comes a joyful jaunt into doing the things you love even if you're not any good at them. Learn the Seven Attributes of Intentional Amateurism: curiosity, mindfulness, self-compassion, play, zone-stretching, connection, and awe. Resist grind culture and learn to dabble.
Jesus Was: Not What We Expected but Better Than We Imagined
Susy Flory and Scott Johanningsmeier
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Jesus Was: Not What We Expected but Better Than We Imagined
Kregel Publications
Nineteen fresh, theologically trained voices illuminate the personality, actions, and character of Jesus as found in the biblical accounts of his life on earth. These reflections help readers reframe misconceptions so they can clearly see the One they follow and experience incredible life and heart changes.
The Kingdom of Cain: Finding God in the Literature of Darkness
Andrew Klavan
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The Kingdom of Cain: Finding God in the Literature of Darkness
Zondervan Books
Instant New York Times bestseller! In The Kingdom of Cain, crime novelist, screenwriter, and cultural critic Andrew Klavan explores how artists'; imaginative engagement with the evil of murder in film and literature can point us to ways of living honestly, beautifully, and even joyfully in a dark world.
Korean Temple Cooking : Lessons on Life and Buddhism, with Recipes
Hoo Nam Seelmann
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Korean Temple Cooking : Lessons on Life and Buddhism, with Recipes
Hardie Grant Children’s Publishing
A gorgeous photographic chronicle of the food and traditions of Korea’s Baekyangsa Temple. Korean Temple Cooking celebrates the poetry of simple, nourishing food and chronicles temple life, Buddhism, and living and cooking seasonally with spiritual ties to the land through interviews with and recipes from Jeongkwan Snim, the subject of the most moving episode of Netflix’s Chef’s Table Season 3.
The Last Adieu: Lafayette’s Triumphant Return, the Echoes of Revolution, and the Gratitude of the Republic
Ryan Cole
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The Last Adieu: Lafayette’s Triumphant Return, the Echoes of Revolution, and the Gratitude of the Republic
Harper Horizon
In 1824, the Marquis de Lafayette, hero of the Revolution, returned to America. It was the grandest celebration the young republic would ever stage, blazing from the coast of the Atlantic Ocean to the banks of the Mississippi River. As one eyewitness recorded: “Lafayette passed though the 24 states of the Union in a sort of triumphant procession, in which all parties joined to forget their dissentions.”
Lead Boldly: Seven Principles from Martin Luther King, Jr.
Robert F. Smith
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Lead Boldly: Seven Principles from Martin Luther King, Jr.
HarperCollins Leadership
Leadership insights from one of history’s most influential voices. Aspiring leaders can reflect on Dr. King’s most impactful speeches and integrate his lessons into their modern leadership journeys. Robert F. Smith, Founder, Chairman and CEO of Vista Equity Partners, offers his own insights on why the visionary ideas of Dr. King espoused are so important for leaders to understand and apply today.
The Life of Singleton: From Boyz N the Hood to Snowfall
Thomas Golianopoulos
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The Life of Singleton: From Boyz N the Hood to Snowfall
Andscape
The Life of Singleton is the definitive biography of trailblazing filmmaker John Singleton. From Boyz N the Hood to Snowfall, this gripping account by Thomas Golianopoulos chronicles Singleton’s groundbreaking career, cultural impact, and legacy. Featuring nearly 400 interviews, it offers an intimate look at the man who redefined Black storytelling in Hollywood and inspired a new generation of creators.
A Meal for Two: Recipes to Treat your Favorite People
Emily Ezekiel
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A Meal for Two: Recipes to Treat your Favorite People
Hardie Grant North America
Recipes to feed yourself your partner, your best friend or your favorite sibling. Whether you’re looking for some inspiration while pressed for time, want something a luxurious for date night, or adapting to being an empty-nester, A Meal for Two is sure to win you and your loved one over with 95 recipes to make again and again.
One Hand Clapping: Unraveling the Mystery of the Human Mind
Nikolay Kukushkin
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One Hand Clapping: Unraveling the Mystery of the Human Mind
Prometheus Books
One Hand Clapping, neuroscientist Nikolay Kukushkin traces the billion-year journey of how consciousness evolved from the earliest cells to the complexity of the modern human mind. Blending science, philosophy, and whimsy, he explores the roots of subjectivity, movement, memory, and meaning—revealing how life’s most basic elements gave rise to our inner worlds.
PASS THE TRAUMA, PLEASE
Todd Diamond
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PASS THE TRAUMA, PLEASE
Figtree Books
PASS THE TRAUMA, PLEASE is a comedy-drama memoir that presents the most brutal moment of Jewish history in an unorthodox manner. With equal parts humor and heartbreak, it honors a Holocaust survivor who reveals long-buried truths and scandalous secrets disclosed to his son during an unforgettable dinner in a Chinese restaurant, presented as a stage play within the book.
Radical Sisters: Shirley Temple Black, Rose Kushner, Evelyn Lauder, and the Dawn of the Breast Cancer Movement
Judith L. Pearson
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Radical Sisters: Shirley Temple Black, Rose Kushner, Evelyn Lauder, and the Dawn of the Breast Cancer Movement
Mayo Clinic Press
There was a time when women’s health was marginalized. There was a time when breast cancer wasn’t discussed. There was a time when October wasn’t pink. But three women—Shirley Temple Black, Rose Kushner, and Evelyn Lauder—refused to be silenced. Their courage ignited a movement that forever changed the way society addresses breast cancer.
Reacher: The Stories Behind the Stories
Lee Child
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Reacher: The Stories Behind the Stories
Mysterious Press
Lee Child tells the origin stories behind the bestselling Jack Reacher novels and includes an exclusive new Reacher tale.
Seeing the Supernatural: Investigating Angels, Demons, Mystical Dreams, Near- Death Encounters, and Other Mysteries of the Unseen World
Lee Strobel
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Seeing the Supernatural: Investigating Angels, Demons, Mystical Dreams, Near- Death Encounters, and Other Mysteries of the Unseen World
Zondervan Books
Now a New York Times bestseller, discover solid answers to provocative questions about the supernatural world. Join investigative journalist and former atheist Lee Strobel as he examines the evidence. Weaving together his best material from his bestselling books with dynamic new interviews with brilliant experts to investigate what we can know for sure about the mysterious—and captivating—supernatural realm.
The Seven Mountains Mandate: Exposing the Dangerous Plan to Christianize America and Destroy Democracy
Matthew Boedy
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The Seven Mountains Mandate: Exposing the Dangerous Plan to Christianize America and Destroy Democracy
Westminster John Knox Press
Exposing the decades-long plan to radically transform America—how the Seven Mountains movement, prosperity preachers, and political operatives are destroying democracy under Trump’s second administration. Scholar Matthew Boedy exposes how this movement—driven by prosperity preachers, extremist politicians, and right-wing power brokers—laid the groundwork for Trump’s presidency and is now advancing its agenda under his second administration.
SONS OF SURVIVORS: Making Peace with Inherited Trauma
Aron Hirt-Manheimer and Marty Yura
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SONS OF SURVIVORS: Making Peace with Inherited Trauma
Mandel Vilar Press
This joint memoir follows colorful adventures of two sons of Holocaust survivors who met in 1960s LA. Their alternating stories recount how inherited trauma affected them and their children. Though they inherited their parents’ pain, they are also heirs to the healing power of their love.
Taco
Ignacio M. Sánchez Prado
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Taco
Bloomsbury
Taco is a deep dive into Mexico’s most iconic food through the lens of a Mexico City native. Sánchez Prado explores the taco’s cultural, historical, and geographic evolution, challenging ideas of authenticity and showing it as a dynamic and transcultural symbol shaped by migration, identity, and change.
Tame Your Thoughts
Max Lucado
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Tame Your Thoughts
Thomas Nelson
In Tame Your Thoughts, bestselling author Max Lucado explores three key thought-management tools to renew your mind and transform your life. He then applies them to the most common thought problems we face: worry, guilt, anxiety, and other types of mental quicksand that threaten to trap us.
The Unbreakables
Daniel Habif
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The Unbreakables
HarperCollins Leadership
Now available in English, international speaker Daniel Habif invites readers to break patterns and build lives rooted in purpose. Filled with his signature “Unbreakable Manifesto,” the book blends motivational insights, practical exercises, powerful quotes, and open-ended letters. Part self-help, part spiritual guide, it empowers audiences to overcome obstacles in love, career, and family and redefine success through resilience and self-discovery.
WHEN EINSTEIN MET KAFKA: JEWISH CONTRIBUTIONS TO THE MODERN WORLD
Diego Moldes
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WHEN EINSTEIN MET KAFKA: JEWISH CONTRIBUTIONS TO THE MODERN WORLD
Mandel Vilar Press
From 2000-2025, the incessant broadcast of age-old negative images about Jews on the Internet sparked a dramatic rise in Antisemitism worldwide. Diego Moldes counters with a question: how is it that Jews representing less than 0.2% of the world’s population made some of the greatest contributions to humankind in every field of human endeavor? He profiles numerous individual Jews whose contributions vastly improved our everyday lives in the 20th & 21st Centuries.
Work How You are Wired: 12 Data-Driven Steps to Finding A Job You Love
William Vanderbloemen
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Work How You are Wired: 12 Data-Driven Steps to Finding A Job You Love
HarperCollins Leadership
It’s no secret that some people are just better suited to their jobs than others. In Work How You Are Wired, executive search CEO William Vanderbloemen helps you recognize the traits you possess that make you happy and then match those against your possible careers to find the best match. You deserve a job you love and a life that fulfills you.
Your Baby Doesn’t Come with a Book
Daniel Golshevsky (Dr Golly)
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Your Baby Doesn’t Come with a Book
Hardie Grant Children’s Publishing
The #1 bestselling parenting guide for all first-time parents, by Australian pediatrician Dr Golly. A comprehensive and reassuring guide to the first four weeks of baby's life: from prepping your home and getting ready for the hospital, to knowing what to expect in the first few days, and how to deal with breastfeeding, sleep and settling, rashes, and colic.
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