Tale Spin Suggestions (SCL Adult Summer Reading Challenge 2024)

by Good, Michelle

Book - 2020

Prompt: A Prize Winner --- Five Little Indians by Michelle Good is the winner of the 2020 Governor General’s Literary Award, the 2022 winner of Canada Re...Show more Prompt: A Prize Winner --- Five Little Indians by Michelle Good is the winner of the 2020 Governor General’s Literary Award, the 2022 winner of Canada Reads, and the winner of multiple other awards! Five Little Indians follows the story of five youth who attend residential school. The story follows them as teenagers who are released from residential school with no support. This is an important read to learn more about residential schools and the lasting traumas. Show less

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The Perfect Couple

A Novel

by Hilderbrand, Elin

Large Print - 2018

Prompt: To Read Outside --- The Perfect Couple by Elin Hildebrand is a beach read that also features a beach on the front cover! This story is about the O...Show more Prompt: To Read Outside --- The Perfect Couple by Elin Hildebrand is a beach read that also features a beach on the front cover! This story is about the Otis-Winbury wedding. Just before the wedding ceremony, a body is found in Nantucket Harbour, which leaves only the wedding guests as suspects. This is a page turning mystery that can be enjoyed on vacation or outside while enjoying the sunshine. Show less

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Machine

by Bear, Elizabeth

Book - 2020

Prompt: Set Somewhere Else --- Set in outer space, Machine is a book about Dr Jens, who works to develop treatments for sick alien species. Dr. Jens disc...Show more Prompt: Set Somewhere Else --- Set in outer space, Machine is a book about Dr Jens, who works to develop treatments for sick alien species. Dr. Jens discovers a mystery that she cannot resist digging into, and this will lead to life-changing circumstances. This is a perfect book for the prompt of ‘set somewhere else’ and a great pick for fans of science fiction and aliens. Show less

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Dog

The Definitive Guide for Dog Owners

by Fogle, Bruce

Book - 2010

Prompt: A Pet Would Like --- Dogs will love this book that will help their owners to better understand them! Written by a veterinarian, this book includes...Show more Prompt: A Pet Would Like --- Dogs will love this book that will help their owners to better understand them! Written by a veterinarian, this book includes expert advice and information about dogs. It even includes photographs and how-to spreads on dog training and care. A perfect read for dog lovers and dog owners. Show less

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Ducks

Two Years in the Oil Sands

by Beaton, Kate

Graphic Novel - 2022

Prompt: By a Canadian --- Kate Beaton is a Canadian author from Cape Breton. Ducks: Two Years in the Oil Sands is an autobiographical graphic novel about...Show more Prompt: By a Canadian --- Kate Beaton is a Canadian author from Cape Breton. Ducks: Two Years in the Oil Sands is an autobiographical graphic novel about Kate Beaton’s time working in the Alberta oil sands. This story provides insight into the harsh reality of this work, in particular for women. Show less

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Maame

A Novel

by George, Jessica

Book - 2023

Prompt: Based on the Cover --- Maame by Jessica George has a bright and colourful cover that is sure to draw interest! This book is about Maddie, who is ...Show more Prompt: Based on the Cover --- Maame by Jessica George has a bright and colourful cover that is sure to draw interest! This book is about Maddie, who is the main caretaker for her father suffering from Parkinson's while her mother spends most of her time in Ghana. Maddie leaves her family home; however, it is not long before tragedy strikes and Maddie is forced to deal with her family situation and identity struggles. Show less

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The Cat Who Saved Books

by Natsukawa, Sōsuke

Book - 2021

Prompt: With an Animal --- The Cat Who Saved Books tells the story of Rintaro Natsuki, a high school student, who is about to close the secondhand bookst...Show more Prompt: With an Animal --- The Cat Who Saved Books tells the story of Rintaro Natsuki, a high school student, who is about to close the secondhand bookstore that he inherited from his recently deceased grandfather. One day, Rintaro is asked by a talking cat to help him save books; this leads to many adventures between Rintaro and the cat during which they set books free from their neglectful owners. Show less

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The Future

by Leroux, Catherine

Book - 2023

Prompt: A Prize Winner --- The Future by Catherine LeRoux is the Canada Reads 2024 Winner! This book tells the story of an alternate history in Detroit. ...Show more Prompt: A Prize Winner --- The Future by Catherine LeRoux is the Canada Reads 2024 Winner! This book tells the story of an alternate history in Detroit. The protagonist, Gloria, is searching for her missing granddaughters. Gloria ends up in Parc Rouge where the city’s children are rumored to be running their own society. Show less

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Wild

[audiobook Cd]

by Strayed, Cheryl

Audiobook CD - 2012

Prompt: To Read Outside --- Wild by Cheryl Strayed is the perfect outdoor read that is also about the outdoors. This is a story about Cheryl Strayed’s ti...Show more Prompt: To Read Outside --- Wild by Cheryl Strayed is the perfect outdoor read that is also about the outdoors. This is a story about Cheryl Strayed’s time hiking the Pacific Crest Trail. This can also be a perfect book to listen to while one is outside walking or relaxing! After finishing the book, you can also enjoy the movie. Show less

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Pachinko

by Lee, Min Jin

Book - 2017

Prompt: Set Somewhere Else --- Pachinko follows four generations of a Korean family during the 20th Century as they immigrate to Japan where they face di...Show more Prompt: Set Somewhere Else --- Pachinko follows four generations of a Korean family during the 20th Century as they immigrate to Japan where they face discrimination. The novel begins with Sunja who is the daughter of a fisherman and follows the story of her and her children. This book is a historical fiction novel that is set primarily in Korea and Japan. Show less

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Purr

The Science of Making your Cat Happy

by Todd, Zazie

eBook - 2022

Prompt: A Pet Would Like --- The purrfect book for any cat lover and cat owner! Cats will love for their humans to pick up and read this book. Zazie Todd...Show more Prompt: A Pet Would Like --- The purrfect book for any cat lover and cat owner! Cats will love for their humans to pick up and read this book. Zazie Todd is an animal behaviour expert who, in this book, discusses every stage of a cat's life and offers advice that is backed up by science on how to find out what matters to cats. Show less

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Bad Cree

A Novel

by Johns, Jessica

Book - 2023

Prompt: By a Canadian --- Jessica Johns is a Cree writer who is a member of Sucker Creek First Nation in Alberta. Bad Cree tells the story about Mackenzi...Show more Prompt: By a Canadian --- Jessica Johns is a Cree writer who is a member of Sucker Creek First Nation in Alberta. Bad Cree tells the story about Mackenzie who begins to bring back items from her dreams that are similar to memories of her sister and Kokum before their deaths. Mackenzie returns home to her small Albertan hometown to uncover what is haunting her. This is a perfect read by a Canadian author that also takes place in Alberta. Show less

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Lavender House

A Novel

by Rosen, Lev AC

Book - 2022

Prompt: Based on the Cover --- This intriguing book cover is sure to catch a reader's eye! This is a mystery novel with a queer historical twist. There’s...Show more Prompt: Based on the Cover --- This intriguing book cover is sure to catch a reader's eye! This is a mystery novel with a queer historical twist. There’s a secret at Lavender House where none of the residents or staff have to hide who they are, but to keep their secret they keep others out and now they’re concerned they are keeping a murderer inside. Andy is hired to find out the truth behind the death of Lavender House’s matriarch. While in the house Andy finds himself to be a pawn in the family’s game. Show less

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Water for Elephants

A Novel

by Gruen, Sara

Book - 2011

Prompt: With an Animal --- Water for Elephants tells the story of Jacob Jankowski who becomes part of a travelling circus as a circus menagerie. While wo...Show more Prompt: With an Animal --- Water for Elephants tells the story of Jacob Jankowski who becomes part of a travelling circus as a circus menagerie. While working he meets Marlena, the star of the equestrian act and her husband who is a twisted animal trainer. He meets Rosie, an elephant, who seems untrainable until he finds a way to get through to her. Show less

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Prompt: A Staff Pick --- Check out our list of staff picks to help you find your next read! Each staff member has their own taste in what they read, watc...Show more Prompt: A Staff Pick --- Check out our list of staff picks to help you find your next read! Each staff member has their own taste in what they read, watch, and listen to, so there is something for everyone. You can also take a look at our Staff Picks display in the library! Show less

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