Swift River (fiction- hardcover) by Essie Chambers
Set in 1987, Swift River concerns a Black mother and daughter living in poverty, a missing father, and the long-hidden racist history of a declining New England mill town.
The Lion Women of Tehran (fiction -hardcover) by Marjan Kamali
The Lion Women of Tehran is a powerful coming-of-age story that follows two friends spanning three decades in Iran as they navigate love, loss, and societal upheaval during their chase for independence.
Little Rot (fiction – hardcover) by Armistead Maupin
A weekend trip to Nigeria’s elite underworld spirals into a fight for survival for five friends entangled in sex, lies, and brutal violence.
Upcoming Events
Sunday, July 14 @ 2 pm (free – Ferry Building store SF) Adrienne Chung, author of Organs of Little Importance
This beautiful poetry collection explores why we hold onto thought processes that don’t seem important anymore, like first impressions, pointless worries, and memories that don’t seem relevant.
Wednesday, July 17 @ 6pm (free – Corte Madera store)Taffy Brodesser-Akner, author of Long Island Compromise
A father is taken ransom in the 1980s, leaving unseen scars on a privileged family. Years later, a gathering for a loved one’s passing exposes the lingering trauma beneath their picture-perfect facade. Brodesser-Akner will discuss her book with author Elizabeth Weil.
Thursday, July 18 @ 6 pm (free – Corte Madera store) Julia Phillips, author of Bear: A Novel
Bear is about two sisters on a struggling Pacific Northwest island. When Sam sees a mysterious bear as a sign that the sisters should finally leave together, Elena is drawn to its magic, fracturing their shared dream and testing the strength of their bond.
Top of Your Stack – Recommendations from Book Passage
Published on July 11, 2024
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