Goodbye 2024, and hello 2025! Embrace the new year with these upcoming titles in January. What better way to start the new year than to give your library, heart, and mind the opportunity to grow?
Set your intentions with a story rich in empathy by picking up Sheetal Sheth’s latest book, Anjali Can! Follow Anjali as she fights for her beloved community center to remain open. A story of perseverance and determination, Anjali’s strength is a memorable message for children and adults alike.
Looking for a new nonfiction book to share with your classroom? Snag your copy of Make Your Mark by Jacci Gresham and Sherry Fellores. Make Your Mark tells the inspiring, riveting life of co-author Jacci Gresham, the first-ever black female tattoo artist. Gresham’s account reminds us to commit to life-long learning and express ourselves through every breath.
If you’re on the hunt for your next YA read, check out Bingsu for Two, a heartwarming romance from author Sujin Witherspoon. Explore River and Sarang’s quest to save a failing Korean cafe from closing. Equal parts heart and hilarity, this book is the perfect reminder to derive strength from one’s community.
I hope you enjoy pursuing this month’s booklist to find your next favorite read. Let’s make 2025 the kindest, safest year yet and seek out stories that connect us all.
Happy reading!
