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Staff Bests of 2024

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It's the best kind of problem to have: every year there's more amazing books, TV shows, and movies than anyone could every stay on top of. Strathcona County Library staff are here to help. We've put our heads together and come up with the things we've enjoyed most this past year, from new releases to timeless classics. See what we've been checking out!

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Can't Spell Treason Without Tea

Can't Spell Treason Without Tea

A Cozy Fantasy Steeped With Love

by Thorne, Rebecca

Book - 2024

This is a cozy fantasy with delicious banter between two people who are already in love. They fight the world to create their own slice of paradise -- which is a bookshop that serves tea of course. This is a cozy fantasy with delicious banter between two people who are already in love. They fight the world to create their own slice of paradise -- which is a bookshop that serves tea of course. Show less

This is a cozy fantasy with delicious banter between two people who are already in love. They fight the world to create their own slice of paradise -- which is a bookshop that serves tea of course. This is a cozy fantasy with delicious banter between two people who are already in love. They fight the world to create their own slice of paradise -- which is a bookshop that serves tea of course. Show less

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Wintering

Wintering

The Power of Rest and Retreat in Difficult Times

by May, Katherine

Book - 2020

Wintering is a cozy and enchanting book about navigating through challenging periods in our lives. Wintering is a cozy and enchanting book about navigating through challenging periods in our lives. Show less

Wintering is a cozy and enchanting book about navigating through challenging periods in our lives. Wintering is a cozy and enchanting book about navigating through challenging periods in our lives. Show less

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The Collectors

The Collectors

An Anthology

by King, A. S.

Book - 2023

This anthology of short stories is really great for when you're in between books or in a reading slump. These highly rated young adult authors have each w...Show more This anthology of short stories is really great for when you're in between books or in a reading slump. These highly rated young adult authors have each written a story about a unique collection - whether it be a collection of items, places, memories, or even a collection of collections. A thought-provoking read if you're looking for something a little different! Show less

This anthology of short stories is really great for when you're in between books or in a reading slump. These highly rated young adult authors have each w...Show more This anthology of short stories is really great for when you're in between books or in a reading slump. These highly rated young adult authors have each written a story about a unique collection - whether it be a collection of items, places, memories, or even a collection of collections. A thought-provoking read if you're looking for something a little different! Show less

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Lost Among the Living

Lost Among the Living

by St. James, Simone

Book - 2016

I love every book I've read by Simone St. James. They are full of mystery and intrigue, and St. James' writing style is such that you just never want to put her books down. I love every book I've read by Simone St. James. They are full of mystery and intrigue, and St. James' writing style is such that you just never want to put her books down. Show less

I love every book I've read by Simone St. James. They are full of mystery and intrigue, and St. James' writing style is such that you just never want to put her books down. I love every book I've read by Simone St. James. They are full of mystery and intrigue, and St. James' writing style is such that you just never want to put her books down. Show less

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Somna

Somna

A Bedtime Story

by Cloonan, Becky

Graphic Novel - 2024

A graphic novel drawn by two authors in collaboration. So expect to see traditional comic art mixed in with 70s dark fantasy inspired art. The setting is also cool -- the 1600s during the witch hunts of the western world. A graphic novel drawn by two authors in collaboration. So expect to see traditional comic art mixed in with 70s dark fantasy inspired art. The setting is also cool -- the 1600s during the witch hunts of the western world. Show less

A graphic novel drawn by two authors in collaboration. So expect to see traditional comic art mixed in with 70s dark fantasy inspired art. The setting is also cool -- the 1600s during the witch hunts of the western world. A graphic novel drawn by two authors in collaboration. So expect to see traditional comic art mixed in with 70s dark fantasy inspired art. The setting is also cool -- the 1600s during the witch hunts of the western world. Show less

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The London Séance Society

The London Séance Society

by Penner, Sarah

Downloadable Audiobook - 2023

The London Séance Society evolves around the séance craze of the 1800s and, of course, involves the supernatural. This was the first audiobook I listened to in a very long while and it was as well narrated as the story was compelling. The London Séance Society evolves around the séance craze of the 1800s and, of course, involves the supernatural. This was the first audiobook I listened to in a very long while and it was as well narrated as the story was compelling. Show less

The London Séance Society evolves around the séance craze of the 1800s and, of course, involves the supernatural. This was the first audiobook I listened to in a very long while and it was as well narrated as the story was compelling. The London Séance Society evolves around the séance craze of the 1800s and, of course, involves the supernatural. This was the first audiobook I listened to in a very long while and it was as well narrated as the story was compelling. Show less

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Bake From Scratch

Bake From Scratch

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Cozy baking inspiration! Cozy baking inspiration! Show less

Cozy baking inspiration! Cozy baking inspiration! Show less

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This Time Tomorrow

This Time Tomorrow

by Straub, Emma

eBook - 2022

Hands down my favourite novel of 2024. While I am not usually a fan of fantasy, Emma Straub suspended my disbelief enough to convince me that time travel ...Show more Hands down my favourite novel of 2024. While I am not usually a fan of fantasy, Emma Straub suspended my disbelief enough to convince me that time travel is real in her story. This novel features the relationship between a father and daughter and how our choices shape our lives. Show less

Hands down my favourite novel of 2024. While I am not usually a fan of fantasy, Emma Straub suspended my disbelief enough to convince me that time travel ...Show more Hands down my favourite novel of 2024. While I am not usually a fan of fantasy, Emma Straub suspended my disbelief enough to convince me that time travel is real in her story. This novel features the relationship between a father and daughter and how our choices shape our lives. Show less

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Mr. Villain's Day Off

Mr. Villain's Day Off

Volume 01

by Morikawa, Yuu

Graphic Novel - 2023

No action, no mystery, just a guy who loves pandas...and is also an alien? It's cozy and cute even if it's a little weird in its premise. No action, no mystery, just a guy who loves pandas...and is also an alien? It's cozy and cute even if it's a little weird in its premise. Show less

No action, no mystery, just a guy who loves pandas...and is also an alien? It's cozy and cute even if it's a little weird in its premise. No action, no mystery, just a guy who loves pandas...and is also an alien? It's cozy and cute even if it's a little weird in its premise. Show less

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Bookshops & Bonedust

Bookshops & Bonedust

by Baldree, Travis

Book - 2023

This is a great prequel to "Legends and Lattes" where we get to know more about the main character. It has enough action to keep the story going and enough world building to dig in and get cozy. This is a great prequel to "Legends and Lattes" where we get to know more about the main character. It has enough action to keep the story going and enough world building to dig in and get cozy. Show less

This is a great prequel to "Legends and Lattes" where we get to know more about the main character. It has enough action to keep the story going and enough world building to dig in and get cozy. This is a great prequel to "Legends and Lattes" where we get to know more about the main character. It has enough action to keep the story going and enough world building to dig in and get cozy. Show less

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Never Whistle at Night

Never Whistle at Night

An Indigenous Dark Fiction Anthology

Downloadable Audiobook - 2023

Monsters and ghosts, curses and legacies, desperate deeds and chilling acts of revenge - what more could you want? This was a captivating collection of short stories by Indigenous authors, some who were familiar to me and some who were new finds. Monsters and ghosts, curses and legacies, desperate deeds and chilling acts of revenge - what more could you want? This was a captivating collection of short stories by Indigenous authors, some who were familiar to me and some who were new finds. Show less

Monsters and ghosts, curses and legacies, desperate deeds and chilling acts of revenge - what more could you want? This was a captivating collection of short stories by Indigenous authors, some who were familiar to me and some who were new finds. Monsters and ghosts, curses and legacies, desperate deeds and chilling acts of revenge - what more could you want? This was a captivating collection of short stories by Indigenous authors, some who were familiar to me and some who were new finds. Show less

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Divine Rivals

Divine Rivals

A Novel

by Ross, Rebecca

Book - 2023

The writing was lovely, lyrical, and metaphorical. The magic system is soft and seamlessly fits into the worldbuilding; and the themes of war, the fragili...Show more The writing was lovely, lyrical, and metaphorical. The magic system is soft and seamlessly fits into the worldbuilding; and the themes of war, the fragility of life, and community are very well-done. The rivals-to-lovers love story is integrated into the plot in an ingenious way and I love the two main characters, Iris and Roman, with my whole heart. I was rooting for them for the entire story! Show less

The writing was lovely, lyrical, and metaphorical. The magic system is soft and seamlessly fits into the worldbuilding; and the themes of war, the fragili...Show more The writing was lovely, lyrical, and metaphorical. The magic system is soft and seamlessly fits into the worldbuilding; and the themes of war, the fragility of life, and community are very well-done. The rivals-to-lovers love story is integrated into the plot in an ingenious way and I love the two main characters, Iris and Roman, with my whole heart. I was rooting for them for the entire story! Show less

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Th1rteen R3asons Why

Th1rteen R3asons Why

A Novel

by Asher, Jay

Downloadable Audiobook - 2007

I like how the narrators, Joel Johnstone and Debra Wiseman, portrayed the characters of Clay and Hannah. Although this book covers a serious topic it does so in an insightful way. The ending leaves you feeling hopeful that everything will be alright. I like how the narrators, Joel Johnstone and Debra Wiseman, portrayed the characters of Clay and Hannah. Although this book covers a serious topic it does so in an insightful way. The ending leaves you feeling hopeful that everything will be alright. Show less

I like how the narrators, Joel Johnstone and Debra Wiseman, portrayed the characters of Clay and Hannah. Although this book covers a serious topic it does so in an insightful way. The ending leaves you feeling hopeful that everything will be alright. I like how the narrators, Joel Johnstone and Debra Wiseman, portrayed the characters of Clay and Hannah. Although this book covers a serious topic it does so in an insightful way. The ending leaves you feeling hopeful that everything will be alright. Show less

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Lula Dean's Little Library of Banned Books

Lula Dean's Little Library of Banned Books

A Novel

by Miller, Kirsten

eBook - 2024

Packed with laughter, this is a wildly entertaining satire about a small Southern town, a pitched battle over banned books…and the little lending library that changes everything. Guaranteed to brighten your day. Packed with laughter, this is a wildly entertaining satire about a small Southern town, a pitched battle over banned books…and the little lending library that changes everything. Guaranteed to brighten your day. Show less

Packed with laughter, this is a wildly entertaining satire about a small Southern town, a pitched battle over banned books…and the little lending library that changes everything. Guaranteed to brighten your day. Packed with laughter, this is a wildly entertaining satire about a small Southern town, a pitched battle over banned books…and the little lending library that changes everything. Guaranteed to brighten your day. Show less

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Longlegs

Longlegs

DVD - 2024

Nicholas Cage is super creepy in this tension-filled serial killer horror movie. There are a couple of jump scares but it's all about the ominous feelings and it layers those on well. Nicholas Cage is super creepy in this tension-filled serial killer horror movie. There are a couple of jump scares but it's all about the ominous feelings and it layers those on well. Show less

Nicholas Cage is super creepy in this tension-filled serial killer horror movie. There are a couple of jump scares but it's all about the ominous feelings and it layers those on well. Nicholas Cage is super creepy in this tension-filled serial killer horror movie. There are a couple of jump scares but it's all about the ominous feelings and it layers those on well. Show less

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Like Mother, Like Mother

Like Mother, Like Mother

A Novel

by Rieger, Susan

Book - 2024

A beautifully written novel about the complexities of family and the ability to remain the person you are (and will evolve to be) in that familial context. Articulate, seamless storytelling by an extremely talented author. A beautifully written novel about the complexities of family and the ability to remain the person you are (and will evolve to be) in that familial context. Articulate, seamless storytelling by an extremely talented author. Show less

A beautifully written novel about the complexities of family and the ability to remain the person you are (and will evolve to be) in that familial context. Articulate, seamless storytelling by an extremely talented author. A beautifully written novel about the complexities of family and the ability to remain the person you are (and will evolve to be) in that familial context. Articulate, seamless storytelling by an extremely talented author. Show less

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The Tortured Poets Department

The Tortured Poets Department

The Anthology

by Swift, Taylor

Downloadable Music - 2024

Taylor Swift keeps riding the creative wave that's seen her release four albums in four years (not counting the four Taylor's Versions). The Tortured Poet...Show more Taylor Swift keeps riding the creative wave that's seen her release four albums in four years (not counting the four Taylor's Versions). The Tortured Poet's Department is a rich, nuanced album that digs deep into themes Swift had explored throughout her career, and puts together a brilliant collection of songs that build on her strengths. This is an artist at the height of her skill. Show less

Taylor Swift keeps riding the creative wave that's seen her release four albums in four years (not counting the four Taylor's Versions). The Tortured Poet...Show more Taylor Swift keeps riding the creative wave that's seen her release four albums in four years (not counting the four Taylor's Versions). The Tortured Poet's Department is a rich, nuanced album that digs deep into themes Swift had explored throughout her career, and puts together a brilliant collection of songs that build on her strengths. This is an artist at the height of her skill. Show less

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Butcher & Blackbird

Butcher & Blackbird

by Weaver, Brynne

Book - 2024

This romance novel about two serial killers who kill serial kills is unique. This was a weirdly fun read (despite some pretty serious backstory), the gore was more mentioned than described in detail, and it somehow ends in a happily ever after. This romance novel about two serial killers who kill serial kills is unique. This was a weirdly fun read (despite some pretty serious backstory), the gore was more mentioned than described in detail, and it somehow ends in a happily ever after. Show less

This romance novel about two serial killers who kill serial kills is unique. This was a weirdly fun read (despite some pretty serious backstory), the gore was more mentioned than described in detail, and it somehow ends in a happily ever after. This romance novel about two serial killers who kill serial kills is unique. This was a weirdly fun read (despite some pretty serious backstory), the gore was more mentioned than described in detail, and it somehow ends in a happily ever after. Show less

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The Love of My Afterlife

The Love of My Afterlife

by Greenwood, Kirsty

Downloadable Audiobook - 2024

It was cozy, funny and had some brilliant pop culture references. Some of my favourites included Grease, Greys Anatomy, Emily Henry and Bridgerton. This is not a book about death, it is a book about living life to its fullest. It was cozy, funny and had some brilliant pop culture references. Some of my favourites included Grease, Greys Anatomy, Emily Henry and Bridgerton. This is not a book about death, it is a book about living life to its fullest. Show less

It was cozy, funny and had some brilliant pop culture references. Some of my favourites included Grease, Greys Anatomy, Emily Henry and Bridgerton. This is not a book about death, it is a book about living life to its fullest. It was cozy, funny and had some brilliant pop culture references. Some of my favourites included Grease, Greys Anatomy, Emily Henry and Bridgerton. This is not a book about death, it is a book about living life to its fullest. Show less

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Looking for Smoke

Looking for Smoke

by Cobell, K. A.

Book - 2024

This book was incredibly engaging, had fantastic characters, and brought attention to the real issue of Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women. A must-read for YA mystery/thriller fans! This book was incredibly engaging, had fantastic characters, and brought attention to the real issue of Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women. A must-read for YA mystery/thriller fans! Show less

This book was incredibly engaging, had fantastic characters, and brought attention to the real issue of Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women. A must-read for YA mystery/thriller fans! This book was incredibly engaging, had fantastic characters, and brought attention to the real issue of Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women. A must-read for YA mystery/thriller fans! Show less

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Raising Hare

Raising Hare

The Heart-warming True Story of An Unlikely Friendship

by Dalton, Chloe

Book - 2024

I really enjoyed this wildlife memoir about a woman who rescues a baby hare near her home in the countryside. It's the perfect cozy read and is all about slowing down and noticing nature around you. I really enjoyed this wildlife memoir about a woman who rescues a baby hare near her home in the countryside. It's the perfect cozy read and is all about slowing down and noticing nature around you. Show less

I really enjoyed this wildlife memoir about a woman who rescues a baby hare near her home in the countryside. It's the perfect cozy read and is all about slowing down and noticing nature around you. I really enjoyed this wildlife memoir about a woman who rescues a baby hare near her home in the countryside. It's the perfect cozy read and is all about slowing down and noticing nature around you. Show less

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