Books
Book Buzz Episode 128
Our recommendations this week are: “Awake in the Floating City” by Susanna Kwan and “Wild Dark Shore” by Charlotte McConaghy.
National Book Award for Nonfiction, 2015-2025
The National Book Awards were established in 1950 to celebrate the best writing in America.
Featured Services and Blog Posts
New & On Order Books
Reading Challenges
Join the Indigenous Heritage Month Reading Challenge
Celebrate Indigenous American Heritage Month! Log your reading in November and earn badges inspired by Indigenous cultures.
Your Next Chapter: 2025 Annual Reading Challenge
Challenge yourself to go on new adventures, experience different perspectives, and deepen your love of reading. This is your year!
Join the Read Grateful Challenge!
November is a season to express gratitude for all the wonderful parts of life. Snuggle up with a book, log your reading & earn cozy badges.
Book Blogs
If You Like Fredrik Backman
Love Fredrik Backman’s heartfelt, witty stories of friendship and community? These readalikes bring the same charm and emotional punch.
If You Like Brandon Sanderson
Love Sanderson’s epic worlds and twisty magic systems? Try these readalikes packed with deep lore, big stakes, and unforgettable characters.
If You Like Ann Patchett
Discover more literary fiction that explores themes of love, family, community, and moral dilemmas with grace and nuance.
If You Like James Patterson
Whether you are looking for a suspenseful crime thriller, heartfelt romance or intimate biography, you'll find it here.
If You Like Fredrik Backman
Love Fredrik Backman’s heartfelt, witty stories of friendship and community? These readalikes bring the same charm and emotional punch.
If You Like Brandon Sanderson
Love Sanderson’s epic worlds and twisty magic systems? Try these readalikes packed with deep lore, big stakes, and unforgettable characters.
If You Like Ann Patchett
Discover more literary fiction that explores themes of love, family, community, and moral dilemmas with grace and nuance.
If You Like James Patterson
Whether you are looking for a suspenseful crime thriller, heartfelt romance or intimate biography, you'll find it here.
Book Buzz
Listen to Book Reviews on Book Buzz
Tune in each week to hear Sno-Isle staff share their favorite reads on 90.7 KSER Independent Radio.
Book Buzz Episode 125
Hear about “I Who Have Never Known Men” by Jacqueline Harpman and “Never Whistle at Night” edited by Shane Hawk and Theodore C. Van Alst Jr.
Book Buzz Episode 124
Our recommendations this week are: “Ask for Andrea” by Noelle W. Ihli and “How to Sell a Haunted House” by Grady Hendrix.
Book Buzz Episode 122
Our recommendations this week are: “Someplace Generous” edited by Elaina Ellis and Amber Flame, and “Griz Grobus” by Simon Roy.
Listen to Book Reviews on Book Buzz
Tune in each week to hear Sno-Isle staff share their favorite reads on 90.7 KSER Independent Radio.
Book Buzz Episode 125
Hear about “I Who Have Never Known Men” by Jacqueline Harpman and “Never Whistle at Night” edited by Shane Hawk and Theodore C. Van Alst Jr.
Book Buzz Episode 124
Our recommendations this week are: “Ask for Andrea” by Noelle W. Ihli and “How to Sell a Haunted House” by Grady Hendrix.
Book Buzz Episode 122
Our recommendations this week are: “Someplace Generous” edited by Elaina Ellis and Amber Flame, and “Griz Grobus” by Simon Roy.
Book & Author Events
Mystery Lovers Online Book Group - "The Heiress"
Nov 26th | 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Online Event
Read and discuss mysteries with fellow fans of the genre.
Social Justice Online Book Group
Nov 26th | 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Online Event
"James" by Percival Everett
High-Stakes Hilarity with Sue Hincenbergs
Dec 2nd | 11:00am - 12:00pm
Online Event
Buckle up for a wild ride with Sue Hincenbergs as we discuss her novel 'The Retirement Plan,' in which murder is the name of the game.
8-Bit Kingdom
Dec 2nd | 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Online Event
Joe will discuss the history & development of 8-bit imagery in gaming & in art, & discuss techniques for creating 8-bit art of your own.
Mystery Lovers Online Book Group - "The Heiress"
Nov 26th | 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Online Event
Read and discuss mysteries with fellow fans of the genre.
Social Justice Online Book Group
Nov 26th | 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Online Event
"James" by Percival Everett
High-Stakes Hilarity with Sue Hincenbergs
Dec 2nd | 11:00am - 12:00pm
Online Event
Buckle up for a wild ride with Sue Hincenbergs as we discuss her novel 'The Retirement Plan,' in which murder is the name of the game.
8-Bit Kingdom
Dec 2nd | 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Online Event
Joe will discuss the history & development of 8-bit imagery in gaming & in art, & discuss techniques for creating 8-bit art of your own.
Staff Picks
Popular Conservative Authors in Nonfiction
A curated selection of influential conservative voices whose nonfiction works explore politics, culture, history, and contemporary issues.
Lynnwood Library Book Club 2026 Titles
The Lynnwood Library Book Group meets regularly on the second Monday of each month from 6:30-7:45pm.
Darrington Library Book Group 2026
Join us at the Darrington Library on the first Tuesday of the month from 4-5pm for book discussion & socializing.
Celebrating America's Veterans
In honor of Veterans Day, explore memoirs that reveal the courage and resilience of those who served our country.
Popular Conservative Authors in Nonfiction
A curated selection of influential conservative voices whose nonfiction works explore politics, culture, history, and contemporary issues.
Lynnwood Library Book Club 2026 Titles
The Lynnwood Library Book Group meets regularly on the second Monday of each month from 6:30-7:45pm.
Darrington Library Book Group 2026
Join us at the Darrington Library on the first Tuesday of the month from 4-5pm for book discussion & socializing.
Celebrating America's Veterans
In honor of Veterans Day, explore memoirs that reveal the courage and resilience of those who served our country.