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ELPL Best of 2024 - Staff Edition!

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Discover the books, movies, and albums that our staff couldn’t get enough of this year!

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cevaskis

East Lansing Public Library

1-25 of 35 items

1-25 of 35 items

Pony Confidential

Pony Confidential

by Lynch, Christina

Book - 2024

It is a very whimsical story while also being full of heart and tragedy. Pony, who is a pony, is looking for his former owner, Penny. Penny has been arres...Show more It is a very whimsical story while also being full of heart and tragedy. Pony, who is a pony, is looking for his former owner, Penny. Penny has been arrested for a murder that happened when she was a young girl. Amazing things happen along the road to being reunited! - Diana Show less

It is a very whimsical story while also being full of heart and tragedy. Pony, who is a pony, is looking for his former owner, Penny. Penny has been arres...Show more It is a very whimsical story while also being full of heart and tragedy. Pony, who is a pony, is looking for his former owner, Penny. Penny has been arrested for a murder that happened when she was a young girl. Amazing things happen along the road to being reunited! - Diana Show less

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The Ministry of Time

The Ministry of Time

by Bradley, Kaliane

Book - 2024

Liz, our Experience Team Leader, recommends this one! Liz, our Experience Team Leader, recommends this one! Show less

Liz, our Experience Team Leader, recommends this one! Liz, our Experience Team Leader, recommends this one! Show less

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When the Angels Left the Old Country

When the Angels Left the Old Country

by Lamb, Sacha

Book - 2022

This playful spin on an immigration tale is a skillful exploration of identity and Jewish history/folklore, while weaving together adventure and intrigue ...Show more This playful spin on an immigration tale is a skillful exploration of identity and Jewish history/folklore, while weaving together adventure and intrigue to tell one of the most beautiful love stories I’ve ever read. To top it off, there’s great LGBTQ and disability rep, and the characters are very funny and wonderful. - Gabby Show less

This playful spin on an immigration tale is a skillful exploration of identity and Jewish history/folklore, while weaving together adventure and intrigue ...Show more This playful spin on an immigration tale is a skillful exploration of identity and Jewish history/folklore, while weaving together adventure and intrigue to tell one of the most beautiful love stories I’ve ever read. To top it off, there’s great LGBTQ and disability rep, and the characters are very funny and wonderful. - Gabby Show less

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My Black Country

My Black Country

A Journey Through Country Music's Black Past, Present and Future

by Randall, Alice

Book - 2024

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Brat

Brat

by Charli XCX.

Music CD - 2024

This comes Rheanna-recommended! This comes Rheanna-recommended! Show less

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A Collective Bargain

A Collective Bargain

Unions, Organizing, and the Fight for Democracy

by McAlevey, Jane

Book - 2020

Jane McAlevey passed away this year. She was an extraordinary thinker, leader, and educator and her influence looms large for the tasks ahead. This book c...Show more Jane McAlevey passed away this year. She was an extraordinary thinker, leader, and educator and her influence looms large for the tasks ahead. This book convincingly argues that if we truly want to build a vibrant democracy and a just society, we can start at the place where we spend most of our time and our effort: the workplace. A strong labor movement is inseparable from a just, democratic society. - Angelo Show less

Jane McAlevey passed away this year. She was an extraordinary thinker, leader, and educator and her influence looms large for the tasks ahead. This book c...Show more Jane McAlevey passed away this year. She was an extraordinary thinker, leader, and educator and her influence looms large for the tasks ahead. This book convincingly argues that if we truly want to build a vibrant democracy and a just society, we can start at the place where we spend most of our time and our effort: the workplace. A strong labor movement is inseparable from a just, democratic society. - Angelo Show less

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Bitter Greens

Bitter Greens

A Novel

by Forsyth, Kate

Book - 2014

This retelling of Rapunzel is not only beautifully written, but thoroughly researched to create a trio of narratives that braids the story itself with the...Show more This retelling of Rapunzel is not only beautifully written, but thoroughly researched to create a trio of narratives that braids the story itself with the history of its origin and one of its historic retellings. Though it's often classified as YA fiction, the complexity and depth of the prose is engaging enough to easily keep adult readers of all ages invested and engaged. - Rowan Show less

This retelling of Rapunzel is not only beautifully written, but thoroughly researched to create a trio of narratives that braids the story itself with the...Show more This retelling of Rapunzel is not only beautifully written, but thoroughly researched to create a trio of narratives that braids the story itself with the history of its origin and one of its historic retellings. Though it's often classified as YA fiction, the complexity and depth of the prose is engaging enough to easily keep adult readers of all ages invested and engaged. - Rowan Show less

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Lumberjanes

Lumberjanes

Issue 1

by Watters, Shannon

eBook - 2020

Girl power, three-eyed foxes, and a magical quest? What's not to love? - Storm Girl power, three-eyed foxes, and a magical quest? What's not to love? - Storm Show less

Girl power, three-eyed foxes, and a magical quest? What's not to love? - Storm Girl power, three-eyed foxes, and a magical quest? What's not to love? - Storm Show less

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When Other People Saw Us, They Saw the Dead

When Other People Saw Us, They Saw the Dead

by Hernández, Gerardo J. Mercado

eBook - 2023

When Other People Saw Us, They Saw The Dead is a masterful BIPOC gothic horror collection, blending chilling atmosphere with incisive, thought-provoking n...Show more When Other People Saw Us, They Saw The Dead is a masterful BIPOC gothic horror collection, blending chilling atmosphere with incisive, thought-provoking narratives. Each story packs a haunting punch, offering a perfect mix of eerie and reflective in bite-sized doses. - Chrissie Show less

When Other People Saw Us, They Saw The Dead is a masterful BIPOC gothic horror collection, blending chilling atmosphere with incisive, thought-provoking n...Show more When Other People Saw Us, They Saw The Dead is a masterful BIPOC gothic horror collection, blending chilling atmosphere with incisive, thought-provoking narratives. Each story packs a haunting punch, offering a perfect mix of eerie and reflective in bite-sized doses. - Chrissie Show less

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Short N' Sweet

Short N' Sweet

by Carpenter, Sabrina

Music CD - 2024

"Say you can't sleep? Baby, I know - that's the incredibly catchy songs of Sabrina Carpenter's entire album." - Storm This album is also seconded by Rheanna! "Say you can't sleep? Baby, I know - that's the incredibly catchy songs of Sabrina Carpenter's entire album." - Storm This album is also seconded by Rheanna! Show less

"Say you can't sleep? Baby, I know - that's the incredibly catchy songs of Sabrina Carpenter's entire album." - Storm This album is also seconded by Rheanna! "Say you can't sleep? Baby, I know - that's the incredibly catchy songs of Sabrina Carpenter's entire album." - Storm This album is also seconded by Rheanna! Show less

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Slow Dance

Slow Dance

A Novel

by Rowell, Rainbow

Book - 2024

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Black TV

Black TV

Five Decades of Groundbreaking Television From Soul Train to Black-ish and Beyond

by Butler, Bethonie

Book - 2023

Our Engagement Team Leader, Zandra, recommends this title! Our Engagement Team Leader, Zandra, recommends this title! Show less

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Lunar New Year Love Story

Lunar New Year Love Story

by Yang, Gene Luen

Graphic Novel - 2024

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Red, White & Royal Blue

Red, White & Royal Blue

A Novel

by McQuiston, Casey

Book - 2019

I read this two times in a row, and they were both rereads. Look, when you're in a reading rut, you just read what makes your heart happy. - Storm I read this two times in a row, and they were both rereads. Look, when you're in a reading rut, you just read what makes your heart happy. - Storm Show less

I read this two times in a row, and they were both rereads. Look, when you're in a reading rut, you just read what makes your heart happy. - Storm I read this two times in a row, and they were both rereads. Look, when you're in a reading rut, you just read what makes your heart happy. - Storm Show less

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Wander in the Dark

Wander in the Dark

by Emill, Jumata

Book - 2024

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The Thursday Murder Club

The Thursday Murder Club

by Osman, Richard

Book Club Kit - 2021

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I'll Be Waiting for You

I'll Be Waiting for You

by Turk, Mariko

Book - 2024

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Frog and Toad Are Friends

Frog and Toad Are Friends

by Lobel, Arnold

eBook - 2011

I never read any of the Frog and Toad books as a kid, but finally found my way to them this year, and they are so good! Very wholesome, very gentle, very funny. Definitely worth revisiting at any age. - Gabby I never read any of the Frog and Toad books as a kid, but finally found my way to them this year, and they are so good! Very wholesome, very gentle, very funny. Definitely worth revisiting at any age. - Gabby Show less

I never read any of the Frog and Toad books as a kid, but finally found my way to them this year, and they are so good! Very wholesome, very gentle, very funny. Definitely worth revisiting at any age. - Gabby I never read any of the Frog and Toad books as a kid, but finally found my way to them this year, and they are so good! Very wholesome, very gentle, very funny. Definitely worth revisiting at any age. - Gabby Show less

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The Fall Guy

The Fall Guy

Blu-ray Disc - 2024

A love letter to the stunt teams ❤️ - Storm A love letter to the stunt teams ❤️ - Storm Show less

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This Book Won't Burn

This Book Won't Burn

by Ahmed, Samira

Book - 2024

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Blackward

Blackward

by Lindell, Lawrence

Graphic Novel - 2023

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Assassins Anonymous

Assassins Anonymous

by Hart, Rob

Book - 2024

How does a recovering assassin keep from killing the unknown assassins trying to kill him? Especially when he is unable to attend a recovery meeting. No one ever said the twelve steps to redemption were easy. - Kevin How does a recovering assassin keep from killing the unknown assassins trying to kill him? Especially when he is unable to attend a recovery meeting. No one ever said the twelve steps to redemption were easy. - Kevin Show less

How does a recovering assassin keep from killing the unknown assassins trying to kill him? Especially when he is unable to attend a recovery meeting. No one ever said the twelve steps to redemption were easy. - Kevin How does a recovering assassin keep from killing the unknown assassins trying to kill him? Especially when he is unable to attend a recovery meeting. No one ever said the twelve steps to redemption were easy. - Kevin Show less

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Dearborn

Dearborn

Stories

by Zeineddine, Ghassan

Book - 2023

We read this book for Books on Tap this year, and it was a hit. Many readers have a strong aversion to short story collections. If you are one of those re...Show more We read this book for Books on Tap this year, and it was a hit. Many readers have a strong aversion to short story collections. If you are one of those readers, I urge you to take a risk and give this one a chance. I suspect you’ll be drawn into this world of everyday people trying to make the best of their lives in this world so close to home. I bet you’ll laugh more than few times, too! - Angelo Show less

We read this book for Books on Tap this year, and it was a hit. Many readers have a strong aversion to short story collections. If you are one of those re...Show more We read this book for Books on Tap this year, and it was a hit. Many readers have a strong aversion to short story collections. If you are one of those readers, I urge you to take a risk and give this one a chance. I suspect you’ll be drawn into this world of everyday people trying to make the best of their lives in this world so close to home. I bet you’ll laugh more than few times, too! - Angelo Show less

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Jenny From Thebes

Jenny From Thebes

by Mountain Goats

Music CD - 2023

The latest Mountain Goats album is a satisfying addition to their discography, leaning into the more jazz-inspired sounds that have been present on recent...Show more The latest Mountain Goats album is a satisfying addition to their discography, leaning into the more jazz-inspired sounds that have been present on recent releases and continuing the mythology of the semi-fictional character Jenny. The opening track, Clean Slate, is one of my favorites from the album; it opens with a glimmering, upbeat piano melody that sets the stage for the cast of vibrant, larger-than-life "characters" you're about hear the stories of. - Rowan Show less

The latest Mountain Goats album is a satisfying addition to their discography, leaning into the more jazz-inspired sounds that have been present on recent...Show more The latest Mountain Goats album is a satisfying addition to their discography, leaning into the more jazz-inspired sounds that have been present on recent releases and continuing the mythology of the semi-fictional character Jenny. The opening track, Clean Slate, is one of my favorites from the album; it opens with a glimmering, upbeat piano melody that sets the stage for the cast of vibrant, larger-than-life "characters" you're about hear the stories of. - Rowan Show less

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The Underground Railroad

The Underground Railroad

Blu-ray Disc - 2024

Jenkins’ film (mini-series) adaptation of Colson Whitehead’s The Underground Railroad is not to be missed. - Angelo Jenkins’ film (mini-series) adaptation of Colson Whitehead’s The Underground Railroad is not to be missed. - Angelo Show less

Jenkins’ film (mini-series) adaptation of Colson Whitehead’s The Underground Railroad is not to be missed. - Angelo Jenkins’ film (mini-series) adaptation of Colson Whitehead’s The Underground Railroad is not to be missed. - Angelo Show less

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