BECCA’s staff picks!
Becca (she/her) is an artist, crafts-person and potential archivist if she can get through grad school. She’s worked in print shops, art galleries, and from home but always finds herself back in a bookstore. She is passionate about tiny treasures and when not working she can be found taking a nap.
THE ACTUAL STAR by Monica Byrne
This story is VAST. Spanning 3 moments in time, each 1,000 years apart and interweaving the threads of 3 souls across time and bodies. This read is so inviting, so creative, it truly feels larger on the inside. Monica Byrne imbues every inch of this story with magic, humanity, and truth.
GREEN GIRL by Kate Zambreno
This book is a knife in the heart…Kate Zambreno captures the uncertainty, anxiety, and vulnerability of young adulthood in this darkly funny portrait of Ruth, a young american living in london–the green girl. Green girl is sexy. Green girl is lonely. Green girl is a raw nerve. You’re laughing while crying.
THE ABBESS OF CREWE by Murial Spark
These nuns be sly…This strange little novella packs a punch. Funny, biting, and razor sharp, Murial Spark is at her best in this benedictine Watergate story. If you're looking for something a little different, try this one!
THE LONG SHIPS by Frans G. Bengtsson
I never thought I would read such a long book about vikings– but here we are. This book is so good!! Set in the late 10th century, the story follows “Red” Orm through his life from one adventure to the next. We follow Orm from Denmark to Andalusia, Ireland, and more all while tracing the progress of christianity as it spreads through Europe. An exciting and engaging story– great for fans of history, maritime adventure, or anyone looking for a change of pace!
OUT by Natsuo Kirino
Would you help a friend bury a body? Natsuo Kirino puts it to the test in this incredible thriller. When four women working the night shift at a Japanese factory find themselves covering up a murder, they have no idea what they’re getting themselves into—and neither will you! Unpredictable—but not unbelievable—this devious story will have you holding your breath from start to finish!
SEX GOBLIN by Lauren Cook
Maybe the title caught your eye…And you think the red pages are a fun surprise…Maybe you flip to a random page and now you're wondering what it feels like to read this book from start to finish…Anyway, read this book–because what else are you doing today?