Adam's Picks
Perhaps it all started when his parents took him at the ripe young age of three to the library. Adam could be found curled up on the floor with Tintin’s latest adventure. Not much has changed since then. Adam has studied literature for more than twelve years, both at home and abroad, specializing in medieval literature and the work of Chaucer. When not reading works from his favorite authors David Sedaris, David Levithan and Dave Eggers, (all named David, oddly enough) Adam enjoys poetry, political nonfiction and travel writing. When Adam cannot be found near a book, he may be teaching a lesson at Champlain Valley Union High School or perfecting his forehand on the Ultimate Frisbee field. Adam lives in Essex Junction with his partner Jen and their Hobbit-inspired feline companion Pippin.
Ghostly, edited by Audrey Niffenegger

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What happens when the author of The Time Traveler's Wife acts as editor for some of the best ghost stories ever written? Find out in Ghostly, edited by Audrey Niffenegger. Notable spooky contributors include Neil Gaiman, Edger Allen Poe and many more Gothic and modern authors. Perfect for binge reading four or five tales all at once or reading one at a time. Niffenegger's illustrations help set the mood for each tale.
The Thrilling Adventures of Lovelace and Babbage, by Sydney Padua

Wait for it: it's a fantastically illustrated, (mostly) accurate, historical graphic novel telling the story of the first computer that's laugh out loud funny. Must. Read.
Supermutant Magic Academy, by Jillian Tamaki

What's worse than being a supermutant at school? Being a TEEN supermutant at school. Laugh out loud comics that are smart, witty and filled with irony. Perfect for Hyperbole and a Half fans.
Little Owl's Orange Scarf, by Tatyana Feeney
Coffee Gives Me Superpowers, by Ryoko Iwata

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Infographics + coffee = hilarious hyperknowledge of all things java. Wonderfully illustrated, quick with facts, wit and brimming (pun mostly intended) with reasons coffee gives us superpowers. --Adam
Pool, by Jihyeon Lee

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What do you do when you don’t fit in with everyone on the surface? Dive below into a world of your own. Jihyeon Lee’s “Pool” is a wordless masterpiece.
The Martian, by Andy Weir

Andy Weir's debut novel is a story of survival, isolation and adventure. Set in the not-so-distant future, astronaut Mark Watney finds himself stranded on the surface of Mars with no way to contact Earth or let NASA know he's still alive. What follows is a thrilling tale of adventure and science fiction that is perfect for Asimov, Arthur C. Clarke or Into Thin Air readers.
--Adam
Itty Bitty Kitty Committee, by Laurie Cinotto
Tuesday Tucks Me In: The Loyal Bond Between a Soldier and His Service Dog

Tuesday Tucks Me In is the story of returned war veteran, Luis Carlos Montalvan, and his service dog, Tuesday, going about their business on a typical day together. Page after page is filled with different ways Luis relies on Tuesday. While waiting for the subway, Tuesday stands vigilant guard for Luis who is reluctant to stand among the waiting crowd of people. Each page is touching and endearing.
A wonderful book for military service families, animal lovers, and those struggling with PTSD/anxiety.